Skin Cancer Services

Actinic cheilitis is a precancerous lesion on the lip caused by chronic exposure to UV rays. It’s common in people who spend a lot of time outdoors.

Actinic keratosis (AKs) are dry, scaly, rough-textured patches or lesions that form on areas of the body that have received long-term exposure to sunlight.

Atypical fibroxanthoma is a rare skin cancer that appears on the head, ears or neck in the form of a red or pink bump and requires a dermatology visit.

An atypical nevus or atypical mole is a benign mole that looks different. Some people with these moles have a higher risk of getting melanoma.

Basal cell carcinoma is a slow-growing form of skin cancer. More than one out of every three new cancers are skin cancers, and the vast majority are BCCs.

Electron Beam Therapy or EBT is radiation therapy that is a nonsurgical option for basal cell and squamous cell skin cancers near the eyes, ears, nose or lips.

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer because it can metastasize or spread rapidly. It occurs when melanocytes are damaged and grow uncontrollably.

Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare and aggressive type of skin cancer. It occurs when Merkel cells found in the top layer of skin grow out of control.

Mohs surgery is a highly effective technique for removing skin cancer that involves complete microscopic examination of the removed cancerous tissue, so that all “roots” and extensions of the cancer…

Moles can be benign or cancerous. By understanding the types of moles and getting regular skin checks with your Water's Edge dermatologist, you can stay a step ahead of a skin cancer diagnosis.

Of all the cancers that humans can get, skin cancer is the most common. The best way to stay safe is to understand the risk factors, practice sun safety and see your dermatologist regularly.

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common type of skin cancer. Learn about squamous cell carcinoma risks, treatment and prevention.

The sun produces visible and invisible rays. The invisible rays cause most of the problems, including suntan, sunburn and sun damage. Practice sun safety.

Sunscreen and other sun safety measures help prevent skin damage and wrinkles, and reduce the risk of developing skin cancer. Use sunscreen every day.