Alta Dermatology Medical Group

Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, is often described as the itch-that-rashes and it's estimated that approximately 10-20% of children age 10 and under in the US have developed the condition at least once.

Melanoma is a serious but relatively uncommon form of skin cancer. Patients often seek treatment when they notice an observable change in the shape (asymmetrical), border (irregular edges), color (varied and uneven) or diameter (size) of one or more moles.

Did you know that psoriasis is a hereditary condition that’s thought to be caused by abnormally fast growing and shedding skin cells? The skin cells multiply quickly, causing the skin to shed every three to four days.

The use of moisturizers and sunscreen significantly prevents early signs of premature aging. With the help of your dermatologist, you can choose the right sunscreen and moisturizer for your skin type.

To help your skin stay younger looking longer, dermatologists recommend taking these steps now: Avoid intense sunlight. Wear sunscreen every day. Reapply sunscreen regularly, particularly if you’re swimming or perspiring. Wear clothing and hats that protect your skin from the sun.

Did you know that you shed about 30,000-50,000 dead skin cells each minute? Not surprising, then, that 50 percent of the dust in your home is, in fact, dead skin. Worldwide, dead skin comprises billions of tons of atmospheric dust.

If you’re not the type of person who’s ever been interested in plastic surgery, you may wonder what options remain to help you age gracefully. In many cases, a trip to the dermatologist can give you the treatment options you need to reach your aesthetic goals.

Did you know that your fingernails often reflect your general state of health? Changes in nails such as discoloration or thickening can signal health problems including the kidneys, liver, heart and lung, and possibly anemia or diabetes.

Dermatology is a medical specialty devoted to the health, structure, functions, diseases, and treatment of the skin. The specialty evolved in the mid-1800s as a result of work done by Ferdinand von Hebra, who used microscopes to scrutinize skin cells and skin lesions.

With rosacea, the dermatological goal of treatment is to control the symptoms. Treatment can include diet modification, topical and oral antibiotics, glycolic acid peels, cortisone cream, laser therapy, dermabrasion, and electrosurgery.

The Hippocratic oath is a code for doctors of medicine. Considered to be one of the oldest binding documents in history, the oath was composed in 425 BC by the father of Western medicine, the Greek physician Hippocrates.

Perhaps the best way to take care of your skin is to regularly inspect it. Knowing what is and is not normal for your skin can help you determine when something justifies scheduling an appointment.

Don’t believe that, because you don’t have fair skin, you aren’t at risk for developing skin cancer. One of the risk factors is person’s exposure to the sun over his or her lifetime. While people who tan have a lower risk of sunburn, their risk of skin cancer is still higher than people with no exposure to the sun.