Your skin is the largest organ of the body and it is also your first line of protection against infection and the elements.

When was the last time you had a full body exam and got your skin checked?

It is recommended that a person visit a dermatologist on an annual basis to have a full body exam. This should be done even if an individual is completely healthy and has had no history of skin cancer.

Facts:

·      Each day in the United States, more than 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. By age 70, one in five Americans has been diagnosed with some form of the disease. And with cases of melanoma—the deadliest form of skin cancer—on the rise, there's no time like the present to get your facts straight when it comes to this all-too-common ailment. 

·      Skin cancer is the single most diagnosed type of cancer. Breast cancer may have more publicity, but skin cancer is more common.

Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin. It is a specialty with both medical and surgical aspects. A dermatologist is a specialist medical doctor who manages diseases related to skin, hair, nails, and some cosmetic problems.

The ADCS medical team is dedicated to delivering a superior patient experience. We have more than 300 board certified dermatologists, board certified dermatopathologists, board certified plastic surgeons, fellowship-trained Mohs Surgeons, clinical researchers and developers, practice extenders certified physician assistants and advanced nurse practitioner, and licensed aestheticians. We are the nation’s largest network of dermatology providers, including leading experts in a wide-range of dermatologic specialties. Because we all support each other, we have tremendous resources to draw on for even your most complex concerns, providing you with access to the best-possible continuum of care.

We specialize in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology for conditions of the skin, hair and nails in patients of all ages from pediatric on. We also specialize in skin cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment, facial and full-body cosmetic surgery and non-surgical cosmetic dermatology procedures. Our aestheticians offer skin care products and services, perfectly complementing the treatments Advanced Dermatology physicians and our other dermatology experts provide.

We’ve invested heavily in the latest technology including various lasers, HydraFacial®, and Venus Versa® and our Winter Garden/Windermere office became the first location in Florida to use [MoleSafe®] for mole mapping.

Our clinical research division plays a fundamental role in making clinical trials available to you, thereby providing you with access to some of the newest drugs and treatments available. Because we use leading-edge medications, procedures, and technological advancements within our clinical trials, we already have advanced knowledge and expertise in working with them once they receive wider approval.

What should your daily routine look like for your skin?

Cleanse, exfoliate, tighten, tone, hydrate, and protect! So what products are best for your skin? Let us start with some of the basic products that will change your skin for the better.

Cleansers should be used morning and evening to deeply cleanse pores and take off the excess oil and debris, such as make-up.

Exfoliate with alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) cleansers and creams. These products deeply clean blocked pores and remove the oil and dead skin cells that buildup on oily and acne prone skin. Also these AHAs smooth and tone the skin leaving a healthy glow.

Tighten, smooth, and enhance collagen production. This can all be done with one product and that is a Retinoid. Retinoids smooth the fine lines, tighten the skin by promoting collagen production, and exfoliate those dead skin layers that give us that dull, tired look. The use of a retinoid will make your skin look bright and energetic.

Erase the signs of photoaging by eliminating the brown discoloration on your skin by the use of Hydroquinones, CoffeeBerry Extract, and Kojic Acids. By suppressing the melanocytes in the skin and decreasing the excess melanin production, the skin will look more even toned with a youthful color.

Hydrate your skin daily with a moisturizer that will help heal the skin and boost the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Use a non-comedogenic moisturizer if you are acne prone and if you are especially dry use a hydrating mister several times a day. Hydration will make your skin look supple and balance the pH of your skin.

Protect your skin. In addition to your sunscreen, apply an antioxidant one to two times a day. Antioxidants, such as Vitamin C will protect your skin from free radicals. Free radicals breakdown the healthy proteins in the skin, collagen and elastin, leaving you with photo damaged and wrinkled skin. Together these two products are your barrier and protection from the elements.

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