Blogs
A Quick Introduction to Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a skincare treatment that exfoliates the skin to help reduce the signs of aging, fine lines, and even acne scarring. This video clip provides an overview of the uses and benefits of microdermabrasion. Unlike other treatments, microdermabrasion...
How A Skilled Dermatologist Can Help You Reduce the Signs of Aging
A dermatologist is a medical specialist who is trained to identify and manage benign and malignant disorders of the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatology clinics also offer a number of cosmetic skin rejuvenation treatments to help reduce the signs of aging. Chemical...
Learn More About Skin Health!
Did you enjoy reading about the skin health topics discussed in our recent blogs? The articles below contain more great information about eczema, atopic dermatitis, and skin care. If you have any further questions or would like to schedule an appointment, contact...
What Are the Causes of Eczema?
Eczema is a condition that causes an itchy and irritated rash to form on the skin. Similar to an allergic reaction, this rash is formed by a hypersensitivity reaction that leads to long-term inflammation of the skin. In this video, you will learn more about eczema...
Triggers Leading to Eczema Inflammation
Eczema is a group of common skin conditions that leads to itchy, irritated, and inflamed skin. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology, approximately 10 to 20 percent of infants and about three percent of adults in the United States are...
An Explanation of Mohs Surgery
As Mohs chemosurgery becomes more well-known, many patients diagnosed with skin cancer are requesting it specifically. Take a look at this video to learn a little more about what this innovative surgery entails. In a Mohs procedure, areas of skin cancer are carefully...
A Guide to Mohs Surgery for Patients
If you’ve been diagnosed with skin cancer, you have a number of treatment options. In some cases, your dermatologist may suggest Mohs surgery, a minimally invasive, outpatient surgical procedure. Read on to learn more about this unique skin cancer treatment. What Is...
A Look at the Potential Causes of Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin condition that is characterized by the development of itchy, red patches of skin that can further develop into silvery, thick patches. Psoriasis is a chronic condition that has no cure and can become painful, but it does respond positively to...
Want to Learn More About Skin Conditions and Treatments?
For more information about both the symptoms of psoriasis and what microdermabrasion can do for you, contact Arlington Dermatology at 847-392-5440 or check out these resources: The Mayo Clinic explains the many symptoms of psoriasis . HowStuffWorks.com has an article...
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is an inherited skin condition that causes redness, inflammation, “scaling” of the skin, and joint problems in some patients. The illness is not contagious, although many people may have that misconception because the way it’s inherited among families...