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Skin Cancer Treatments Explained
As the providers of Dermatology Associates of Atlanta often stress to patients, skin is your protective barrier against germs, disease, and damage to internal organs. Skin cancer affects many people and can be life threatening if it is not properly treated. Our skincare specialists are committed to providing patients with effective treatments for all of their skin conditions and concerns.
According to the American Cancer Society, skin cancer is the most common of all cancers. Non-melanoma cancers such as basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma are found at the base of the outer layer of skin. They typically appear on areas of the body that are sun-exposed including the face, tops of hands, lips and neck. Melanoma, although less common, is a very serious type of skin cancer that begins in the melanocytes.
At Dermatology Associates of Atlanta, we offer a wide-range of skin cancer treatments including cryosurgery, topical chemotherapy, photodynamic therapy, laser treatments and Mohs skin cancer surgery. Cryosurgery uses liquid nitrogen to freeze and destroy cancerous or precancerous skin lesions. This treatment is applied directly to skin and can treat basal and squamous cell carcinoma as well as actinic keratosis (pre-cancerous) skin growths.
Topical chemotherapy is cream used directly on the skin once or twice a day for several weeks, depending on your condition. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) uses an injection of a photosynthesizer and laser light to destroy cancerous tissue. Laser treatments may also be recommended in place of cryosurgery for patients who tend to scar easily. Our board certified dermatologists treat non-melanoma skin cancers in high risks areas with the most technically advanced treatment, Mohs skin cancer surgery. This procedure takes place on site, in our AAAHC accredited surgical suite, where our board certified dermatologists remove the lesion layer by layer without damage to surrounding healthy tissue. Mohs surgery is very precise leaving little chance for re-growth, and it is effective for removing skin cancer on sensitive areas like the face. For melanoma patients, a wide excision technique is used to remove the cancer and those with deeper high risk melanoma with questionable lymph node involvement may be referred to a melanoma surgeon.
Skin cancer treatments are most effective when the cancer is diagnosed early. It’s important to have an annual skin cancer body check to spot and discuss any skin conditions you may have. If you are interested in learning more about skin cancer, or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact our office. Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest for the latest dermatological news and information.
Leave Fat in 2012 with DualCool at Dermatology Associates of Atlanta
The winter season is upon us, with warm sweaters and holiday festivities we temporarily forget that spring break is just around the corner. The providers of Dermatology Associates of Atlanta want you to look and feel confident when it’s time to put the coats and pants back in the closet. With CoolSculpting® technology, patients can eliminate pockets of stubborn, unwanted fat around their abdomen flanks, and back.
This non-invasive fat reduction treatment uses a process called cryolipolysis to target fat cells with cold temperatures. The cold, applied externally through a specialized hand piece, damages the fat cells without causing harm to the surrounding skin. Patients enjoy the fat reduction benefits of this FDA-cleared technology as it does not use knives or needles and they can return to their daily activities immediately.
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta was the first to offer CoolSculpting® in GA and now is the only practice to offer DualCool: two CoolSculpting® machines in the same office allowing two areas to be treated at the same time for patient convenience. DAA has performed more CoolSculpting® procedures than any other practice in Georgia. DualCool allows patients to target multiple areas at one time, expediting treatment time. Results will begin to show three weeks after treatment as the fat cells are eliminated gradually through the lymphatic system. Full results are expected within four to six months. As results are not immediate, now is a great time to try this non-invasive fat reduction treatment. Patients will see noticeable results after one treatment, but many have an additional treatment for optimal results.
Be sure to look for special savings on CoolSculpting® at Dermatology Associates of Atlanta in the January issue Best Self magazine. For more information about CoolSculpting® and to make an appointment please contact us today. Don’t forget to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest for the latest skincare tips and information.
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta Now Accredited by the Better Business Bureau
It’s no surprise that Dermatology Associates of Atlanta leads the way in skincare services and technology in the Southeast. With eight specialty centers, our board certified physicians treat patients for various conditions ranging from skin cancer to rosacea. We stay abreast of the latest technology to provide our patients with the most advanced treatments available, including miraDry® permanent underarm sweat elimination, CoolSculpting® non-surgical fat reduction, and Ultherapy® facial skin tightening.
Dedicated to our patients’ concerns and safety, we are proud to announce we have received an accreditation seal from the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Businesses receive ratings from A+ to F based on 16 factors including business complaint history, time in business, type of business, and honoring commitments to the BBB. Based on these factors, Dermatology Associates of Atlanta received an A+ with high marks for length of time we have been operating, no complaints filed with the BBB, and providing sufficient background information explaining our business and its practices.
As a wide-ranging dermatological practice, we also perform in-office surgical procedures including blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) and liposuction in our comprehensive AAAHC surgical suite. With patient safety in mind, you can be assured that our state-of-the-art surgical suites and recovery room has the highest level of certification, accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), to optimize each patient’s surgical experience.
When researching dermatologists, it’s important to make sure they are board certified in Dermatology, well-qualified and reputable providers. If you are interested in any of the services available at Dermatology Associates of Atlanta, please contact us to schedule a consultation. Be sure to also connect with DAA on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest for the latest skincare news and specials.
Join Dermatology Associates of Atlanta for our November 2012 Cosmetic Day
The providers of Dermatology Associates of Atlanta invite you to join them for Cosmetic Day on Wednesday, November 14, 2012. Patients can enjoy savings on many cosmetic treatments and look great just in time for Thanksgiving dinner.
We are offering specials on facial fillers including Juvéderm®, Restylane®, Perlane® and Radiesse®. These FDA approved fillers are effective in treating facial wrinkles and restoring lost volume to facial areas such as lips and cheeks. Patients can also save $50 off Botox® and Dysport® injections to smooth facial lines and wrinkles.
Other specials include savings on cosmetic laser treatments and Skin Medics™ Medical Spa’s feature products. Be sure to see our flyer below for more detailed information.
Visit our specials and events page to see all of our November savings. Don’t forget to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Google + and Pinterest for the latest skincare information and news.
Upcoming Spooktacular Cosmetic Day Savings at Dermatology Associates of Atlanta
The providers of Dermatology Associates of Atlanta invite you to join us on Wednesday the 31st for another October Cosmetic Day. Patients will be in for a special treat with savings on facial fillers, cosmetic injectables, cosmetic laser treatments and skincare products. Patients can take advantage of specials on their favorite cosmetic treatments including Botox®, Juvéderm®, and Fraxel® Laser treatments. Please see our flyer below for more details.
Be sure to check out our specials and events page to view our patient appreciation specials good through October 31st, 2012.
Contact us today to schedule your an appointment. We hope to see you there!
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