Let’s Talk About Two Myths Regarding Sun Safety

Let’s Talk About Two Myths Regarding Sun Safety

I have dark skin, do I still need to wear sunscreen? Although darker skin does offer better protection than fair skin against sun exposure, the truth is that all skin types can develop skin cancers, including melanoma.  Dark skin has more melanin in the dermis which can protect against sun burn. Lighter skin burns rapidly […]

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Sun Safety: Five Tips for Summer Skin Protection

Sun Safety: Five Tips for Summer Skin Protection

Get your skin checked every year by a board-certified dermatologist. We recommend that any patient with a new skin lesion that is still present after two weeks be evaluated.  Any mole that has changed to a darker color, changed shape, has gotten larger, or has become raised, red or itchy should be evaluated.  We also […]

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