Southwest Florida's Health and Wellness Magazine Health and Wellness Articles
By Joseph Onorato, MD, FAAD
Did you know that melanomas can proliferate very quickly? In just six weeks, they can become life-threatening. In our practice, it’s not uncommon to see patients that have melanomas on their scalp, ears, bottom of the feet and other hard to detect areas of the body. You might think that you don’t see any new or unusual lesions or moles, but are you 100% certain?
Dermascope: Detailed Diagnoses
We use a dermascope, which is a handheld magnification device that allows dermatologists to see beneath the outermost layer of skin, which is called the epidermis. This enables us to see deep within the layer of the skin to decipher whether your mole or lesion is of concern, or if it’s within normal limits.
Under the dermascope, a mole that may appear normal to the naked eye, may show signs of abnormality, such as having irregular borders. On the contrary, a mole that may have appeared to be irregular to the naked eye may show to be completely normal under the scope and alleviate the need for an unnecessary biopsy.
Getting your screening now at the beginning of 2022, will allow you to rest assured for the remainder of the year. If we do spot a sign of skin cancer, melanoma, or other skin conditions, we take assurance in knowing that if it is caught early, your treatment and outcomes will be ideal.
Don’t wait to schedule
With the “season” nearly fully upon us, and the influx of new residents and snowbirds, now is the time to call to schedule your full body exam. Don’t wait to schedule, call for your appointment today.
SWFL Dermatology Plastic Surgery & Laser Center
Whether you want to focus on antiaging and esthetic procedures or medical dermatology for the health of your skin, or a combination of both, SWFL Dermatology Plastic Surgery & Laser Center has the most comprehensive options. Not only are there numerous services, but you can trust that you are in the best hands with the most experienced practitioners.
SWFL Dermatology Plastic Surgery & Laser Center is a privately owned, all-inclusive dermatology practice specializing in adult and pediatric general dermatology and Mohs surgery for skin cancer. The team provides care to patients of all ages experiencing embarrassing, unwanted, and potentially life-threatening skin conditions.
Services & Treatments Provided:
• General Dermatology
• Skin Cancer
• Mohs Surgery
• Botox
• Medical Grade Skincare Products
The staff at SWFL Dermatology Plastic Surgery & Laser Center provides the most personalized care by treating their patients like family. Each provider is committed to taking the time to understand the concerns and goals of the patient in order to provide the best-individualized care for that patient.
The expert and dedicated team offers specialized and individualized treatment options for skin conditions such as acne, alopecia, contact dermatitis, eczema, rosacea, shingles, sunburn, and urticaria.
SWFL Dermatology is an extension of All Island Dermatology Plastic Surgery, MedSpa and Laser Center which has serviced patients in the greater Garden City and Glen Cove communities in Long Island, New York since 1995.
The office is conveniently located at 13800 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, Florida, and serves the greater Collier and Lee County areas.
What’s on YOUR Skin?
Contact SWFL Dermatology Plastic Surgery & Laser Center.
• Welcoming New Patients
• New York Trained
• Mohs Surgery
• Accepting most Florida & New York Insurance
plans including Florida Blue and GHI.
To improve the appearance and health of your skin, schedule a consultation today at SWFL Dermatology Plastic Surgery & Laser Center online or by phone at 239-500-SKIN.
SWFL Dermatology Plastic Surgery & Laser Center
SWFLDermatology.com
13800 Tamiami Trail N, Suite 112
Naples, FL 34110
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