The 4th of July is a time for celebration, barbecues, and outdoor fun. But while you’re enjoying the festivities, remember that the summer sun can cause significant skin damage. At Skin & Beauty Center, our expert dermatologists emphasize how important it is to protect your skin from sunburn. With locations in Burbank, Northridge, Glendale, West Hills, Santa Clarita, […]
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Spending time on the water might be one of your favorite pastimes. Whether you’re surfing the waves or boating on a sunny day, you may not be able to resist outdoor adventures. However, the combination of sun, water, and reflective surfaces increases your risk of skin damage. As a surfer or boater, you are particularly
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When it comes to battling skin cancer, finding the right skin cancer treatment specialist can make all the difference in your recovery journey. This melanoma awareness month, we want to contribute some helpful insights that can help you find a reliable specialist. So, how do you identify the best skin cancer treatment specialist for your needs? Let
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You never expected to hear those worrisome words from your dermatologist, but a recent biopsy has confirmed that you have skin cancer. Even though skin cancer is very common, affecting one in five Americans in their lifetime, receiving this diagnosis likely has you feeling anxious and concerned about the next steps. As you process this news, it’s understandable
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Skin cancer, especially melanoma, can be an incredibly scary and nerve-wracking diagnosis. However, with early detection and proper care, the survival rate of those whose melanoma was detected before spreading to lymph nodes is a relieving 99%. Skin cancer treatments can vary depending on the individual and the progression of the cancer; however, there are
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Whether you’re swimming, surfing, boating, or partaking in other fun activities in and around the water, it’s important not to forget to protect your skin. The water’s surface can act as a mirror, magnifying the effects of harmful UV rays up to 10 percent. Diving beneath the waves doesn’t offer much relief either: UV rays
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As summer approaches, many of us start to make plans to take care of our skin. This is the perfect time, too, since May is Melanoma Awareness Month. Lucky for you, Skin & Beauty Center has multiple locations across the Los Angeles area where you can schedule your skin screening with us! Skin cancer is
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Actinic keratosis (AK) is one of the most common precancerous lesions. Sometimes called solar keratosis, these rough, scaly, dry patches develop due to excess UV exposure. These growths often appear in multiples, pluralized as actinic keratoses. If you have similar growths, it’s always best to have them examined by one of Skin & Beauty Center’s
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Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. It can be caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun or tanning beds. UV light can damage the DNA in skin cells and lead to cancer. While skin cancer is common, it is also the easiest to spot in
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Skin cancer is the most common variety of cancer found in people in the U.S., affecting millions of people each year. The good news is that skin cancer is also one of the most treatable cancers when caught early. In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month in May, here are a few important things to
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