by Dr. John Minni | Jul 30, 2015 | Medical Dermatology, moles, Skincare
When a new mole appears, a brief panic sets through your mind as you consider the possibility of it being cancerous. Moles are tiny growths on the skin that develop when pigment cells, known as melanocytes cluster together, rather than being distributed across the... 
by Dr. Schiff | Jan 28, 2015 | moles, Skin Cancer, Skincare
Skin cancer is a prevalent problem in the United States, with an estimated one in five Americans developing the condition over the course of their lifetime. Typically caused by a combination of UV exposure, risk factors, and genetic predisposition, skin cancer is not... 
by Dr. Schiff | Nov 21, 2014 | Atypical nevus, Medical Dermatology, moles, Skincare
With skin cancer now estimated to affect one in five people in the United States at some point in their lives, many people are now aware of the various risks associated with this condition and how to prevent it. However, even if you wear sunscreen and check your skin... 
by Dr. Schiff | Feb 9, 2014 | moles, Skin Cancer, Skincare
You frequently hear dermatologists and skin cancer experts talk about the importance of regularly examining your skin, but do you know the best way to check yourself? Your skin moles should remain fairly constant, but here are the steps to find any new or changed... 
by Dr. Schiff | Mar 22, 2013 | Medical Dermatology, Melanoma, moles, Skin Cancer, Skin care, Skincare
Skin Moles are common. Almost everyone has a few, and some people develop hundreds. And melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, can develop in or near moles. Don’t get frightened—most skin moles are not melanoma. So how do you know when to see a dermatologist for...
