Wednesday, May 25, 2016

What Are Your Cosmetic Concerns?

According to a poll done by the American Society for Dermatological Surgery, the biggest cosmetic concerns in decreasing order are:

1. Excess Weight
2. Skin Texture/Discoloration
3. Lines and wrinkles around and under the eyes
4. Excess fat under the chin/neck
5. Sagging facial Skin

Do you have any of these same concerns?

If so, Florida Skin Center has non-surgical treatment options to address each and every one of these cosmetic concerns.

We realize that not everyone wants and/or needs surgical or even noninvasive procedures. For that reason we offer a variety of medical grade products to help target your concern. We offer product consults, and each one of our staff members are highly knowledgeable on the products we carry.

Did you know that we specialize in:


  • Chemical Peels
  • Micro needling 
  • Kybella for Submental fullness or fat under the chin
  • Botox 
  • Fillers
  • Liquid Facelifts
  • Exilis for Fat Reduction and Skin Tightening
  • Hand Rejuvenation
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Scar Treatments
  • Stretch Mark Treatment
  • Telangiectasia (broken blood vessels) Therapy
  • Age Spot Treatment
  • Online Consultation 
Call and Schedule with one of our knowledgeable professionals to take care of your concerns today !
239-561-3376
                     


Wednesday, May 18, 2016

The Art of Applying Sunscreen

     This picture has made it on TODAY, and has since been shared all over social media as a funny and common mistake. It sheds light on the importance of the correct application of sunscreen. A sunburn not only causes pain, but it’s also bad for your health.

    About 86 percent of melanomas can be attributed to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. A person’s risk for developing melanoma doubles if they have had one or more blistering sunburns, or 5 or more sunburns.
   
    A recent study conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology states, 37% of people rarely or never applies sunscreen to their back and 43% of people rarely or never ask someone else to help them apply sunscreen to their back. Sunscreen application and examination of the back are important because the back is THE most common area for diagnosed Melanomas.

You can protect yourself by
        Use a broad spectrum sunscreen (protects against UVA and UVB rays.) Use a sunscreen with a SPF or sun protective factor of at least 30. Reapply approximately 1oz of sunscreen every 2 hours.
        If using a spray sunscreen, MAKE SURE TO RUB IT IN.
        Limit sun exposure during hours when the UV rays are the strongest, between 10AM and 4 PM
        Wear protective clothing, sunglasses and a wide brimmed hat.
        Avoid tanning beds
        Have an annual skin exam performed by a dermatologist.
Do self-skin exams, using the ABCDE's every month, and look for new or changing moles

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

It's Not Too Late to Register For Miles for Melanoma















Miles For Melanoma | WINK NEWS

Check out Jesmarie, our Cape Coral Office Manager on WINK News this morning, promoting our Miles For Melanoma 5K walk/run this weekend May 14,2016. It's still not too late to register online. We will be accepting online registration until Thursday evening, and day of the race registration begins at 7AM. If you are unable to participate this year, but would like to make a donation to the Melanoma Research Foundation, visit: http://join.melanoma.org/site/TR?fr_id=1162&pg=entry  

Also, please make the time for yourself to have an annual skin check this year. Melanoma has a high cure rate and good prognosis when detected early.

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Please Join us for the 2nd Annual Miles for Melanoma Walk/5k Run May 14, 2016

    Our 2nd Annual Miles for Melanoma Walk/5k Run is quickly approaching, and will be held on May 14, 2016 at Sanibel Outlets. Registration is between 7-8AM, and walk/race begins at 8AM. For early registration or if you cannot join us , but would like to donate to a great cause you can visit :

http://join.melanoma.org/site/TR?fr_id=1162&pg=entry  

   All proceeds go to the Melanoma Research Foundation for education, advocacy and research. By making a donation today, you can make a difference in the fight against melanoma.




Melanoma: What You Need to Know 
  
    Melanoma is a skin cancer that starts in the melanocytes, or the cells in our skin that produce the pigment that gives us our color. A melanoma can be any color including: brown, black, grey, red , blue , or any mixture of these colors. Melanoma can start as a new spot on the skin, or it can grow within a mole or skin lesion that was already present.

    The incidence of melanoma is on the rise, and it is important to become educated about melanoma because if diagnosed early it has a higher survival rate. The American Cancer Society estimates on average, 41200 people are diagnosed yearly with melanoma skin cancers in Florida. Eighteen melanomas were diagnosed in 2015, here at Florida Skin Center by our providers.

    There are different risk factors for developing a melanoma, some of which can be controlled and others that cannot. Fair skinned individuals and those who burn more easily are at an increased risk. Also are individuals with red or blonde hair and/or blue or green eyes. Someone who has many moles on their body or has had a dysplastic nevus or changing mole is too at an increased risk for developing a melanoma. A family history of melanoma in one or more first degree relative such as a parent, brother, sister, or child, increases a person’s risk. In fact, approximately 10% of those diagnosed with a melanoma, have a family history. Someone who has personally had a melanoma has approximately a 5 percent chance of developing another. A weakened immune system is another factor that may increase person’s chances of developing a melanoma skin cancer.

  Overall, men have a higher incidence of developing melanoma. The average age melanoma is diagnosed is 61, although we are starting to see melanomas grow in the younger populations. In fact melanoma is the most common cancer in young adults aged 25-59 years old. Women are more likely to develop this diagnosis before age 40, whereas men are more likely to develop melanoma after the age of 40.

    One of the preventable risk factors is UV or ultraviolet light exposure. About 86 percent of melanomas can be attributed to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Ultraviolet (UV) light can damage the DNA of the cells, which can cause melanoma. Most UV light is from sun exposure, but can also come from tanning beds. A person’s risk for developing melanoma doubles if they have had one or more blistering sunburns, or 5 or more sunburns from any UV source.

    When found early, melanoma is highly curable. When detected early, the overall 5-year survival rate is approximately 98 percent in the US. Melanomas become more of a concern when they spread to regional lymph nodes or other organs. This is why early detection is so crucial.

     As the old quote goes, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Although there are some risk factors that can’t be changed, there are some precautions that can be taken to reduce your risk of developing a melanoma.

Use a broad spectrum sunscreen (protects against UVA and UVB rays.) Use a sunscreen with a SPF or sun protective factor of at least 30. Reapply approximately 1oz of sunscreen every 2 hours.
Limit sun exposure during hours when the UV rays are the strongest, between 10AM and 4 PM
Wear protective clothing, sunglasses and a wide brimmed hat.
Avoid tanning beds
Have an annual skin exam performed by a dermatologist.
Do self-skin exams, using the ABCDE's every month, and look for new or changing moles.