Myths and Facts About Psoriasis—What You Should Know
Of all the skin conditions our dermatologists in Jupiter encounter, psoriasis may be the most misunderstood, with numerous myths swirling around the condition. What is Psoriasis? According to the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF), psoriasis is a disease with an unclear cause. Known as an “immune-mediated” disease, it is characterized by inflammation arising from dysfunction of the immune system, which causes inflammation in the body. Psoriasis is the most common autoimmune disease in the U.S....
Collagen Supplements: Do They Really Work for Your Skin?
The research on taking collagen supplements to improve skin appearance is so confusing—and often contradictory—that our dermatologists in Jupiter thought we’d take a look at the most recent findings to help you sort through them. What is Collagen? Collagen is an essential protein that our body uses as one of the main building blocks for many of the body’s essential structures, including muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones, blood vessels, hair, and skin. There are...
How to Help Your Skin Flourish in Winter
We here in Florida like to think we’re immune from winter’s effects, but as we saw so vividly last month, Mother Nature sometimes has her own ideas about what constitutes appropriate winter weather in our state. Even without cold blasts from the north, your skin will tend to be drier this time of year because of lower humidity and you need to give it some extra tender loving care. So our...
A Great New Year’s Resolution: Regular Skin Cancer Screening
As we approach the new year, our board-certified dermatologists in Jupiter would like to suggest you add one particular item to your list of New Year’s resolutions: a skin cancer screening. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). One in every three cancers diagnosed is skin cancer. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. A skin...
For Healthier Skin, Skip the Sugar
‘Tis the season . . . for extreme sugar intake. From Halloween right on through to New Year’s, we seem to get more than our share of sugar. We justify it because, after all, it’s the holidays. Many of our favorite treats are available only at this time of year, so we tend to indulge more than we probably should. But our board-certified dermatologists in Jupiter think you should know what...
What to Do About Skin Tags, Moles, and Other Lesions
You’re washing up one day or changing clothes in front of a mirror when you notice something on your skin that you’re pretty sure is new. So of course you consult Dr. Internet (instead of our board-certified dermatologists in Jupiter) and decide it’s harmless. Regardless, you want to be rid of it for cosmetic reasons, or because it’s located in a place where clothing, jewelry, or frequent movement will constantly irritate...
The Sunscreen vs. Vitamin D Myth
When our board-certified dermatologists in Jupiter constantly remind our patients to apply sunscreen all year ‘round, we sometimes get pushback from our patients who are worried about the effect on their vitamin D levels. This is because sun exposure is a primary way to get D, which is why it’s often called “the sunshine vitamin.” Vitamin D is crucial to maintaining health. Its main function is to help the body absorb...
Why You Still Get Burned When Using Sunscreen
For years you’ve heard our dermatologists at Genesis Dermatology in Jupiter warn you never to set foot outside—or sit near windows in the sun—without applying a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF. And you do, but burn anyway. So what happened? There are several possible reasons for this. You don’t use enough Probably the number one reason why people burn despite using sunscreen is that they use too little. The American Academy of...
Prevent Skin Problems While Gardening
There are many rewards of gardening, whether you have a large yard or just a few plants in pots. Planting, weeding, watering, and caring for plants reduces stress, provides exercise, and exposes you to beneficial organisms in the soil.
Try DiamondGlow for Brighter Skin Instantly
Our dermatologists in Jupiter are pleased to announce that we’ve added an exciting new facial treatment to our extensive line of cosmetic treatments to help bring out your skin’s natural beauty.