How often do you check your skin for changes or irregularities? Do you know the difference between a mole and a lentigo? Do you think skin tags are just for older folk? Fall is the perfect time to form the habit of checking your body all over once a month for any irregularities or abnormalities.… Read More »
Your skin can tell a lot about the story of your life…from teenage problem skin and the years of sun worship and tanning beds to the radiant glow of pregnancy to those less-than-welcome age spots and wrinkles. Much has been written about how to protect your skin from the sun’s damaging UV rays, but there… Read More »
Dr. Quintana and the entire team at Laser and Mohs Dermatology of New York are uniquely focused on your health as well as your appearance and cosmetic goals. Dr. Adelle Quintana is not only able to create beautiful aesthetic results for your skin but is also a Board Certified Dermatologist, meaning that she can also… Read More »
Sun damage is a common condition experienced by many dermatology patients. Sun damage can affect patients of all ages, both male and female. Excessive exposure to the sun’s rays can cause fine lines and wrinkles on your face, neck and hands as well as discoloration and dark spots on the same areas. Because this condition… Read More »
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions affecting dermatology patients. Approximately 90% of Americans report having experienced acne at some point in their lives. While often a naturally occurring struggle for teenagers, acne can also affect adult patients causing self-consciousness in both professional and social situations. In most cases, acne is not a… Read More »
Only your physician has the training, experience and tools to properly diagnose the presence of cancerous skin cells. Laser and Mohs Dermatology of New York recommends that you visit our office every year for a professional evaluation of your skin. However, in between these annual visits it is also recommended that you carefully monitor your… Read More »
The physicians at Laser and Mohs Dermatology of New York understand that you have many choices when it comes to your skin health and dermatology needs. Additionally, we understand that many of our services are elective, and cosmetic in nature meaning that quality and price are of the utmost importance. Don’t trust your health and… Read More »
Now that the sun is high and bright and summer is upon us it is time to start thinking about more than this season’s vacation spot and new swimsuit. While many people prepare for summer by exercising a bit more and eating less – we don’t always consider the health of our skin in preparation… Read More »
There are basically two ways to deal with your skin: pamper it with attention and care or leave it as it is. Either way, in most cases, you are going to go on living because your skin is not as vital an organ as your, say, heart and kidney. Or so it seems. The skin’s… Read More »