Here are some helpful tips to keep your skin safe and protected. Summertime means more fun in the sun while keeping your skin protected during beach days, outdoor runs, and backyard BBQs. Luckily, it’s not all that challenging to keep your skin safe—all it takes is a little know-how. If you have concerns about your […]
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Are you properly caring for your acne-prone skin? While acne usually appears during puberty, adults well into their 50s can even develop acne. Acne is one of the most common skin problems, affecting 40 to 50 million Americans. Furthermore, the American Academy of Dermatology also reports that almost 85 percent of all people will experience
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While plastic surgery is one way to address fine lines and wrinkles on the face, it is not the only solution for patients. Instead, patients with mild to moderate signs of aging may instead want to ask their dermatologist about a solution known as a liquid facelift. What is a liquid facelift? Dr. Linda J.
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Wondering when a rash is a cause for concern? We’re all going to deal with a rash at some point, and while the good news is that many of them can be treated from the comfort of your own home, sometimes you will need to turn to a dermatologist for medication. Here are the causes
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If you have pits or divots in the facial skin left behind after treating acne, then you have what is known as ace scarring. Acne scars are essentially damaged skin that has not healed. Dr. Linda J. Banta of Stone Oak Dermatology in San Antonio, TX can educate patients on the cause of acne scarring
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When should you turn to a dermatologist? Minor skin, hair or nail issues may be treated by your general physician; however, they won’t have the same expertise and knowledge as a dermatologist. After all, a dermatologist is a medical specialist who understands the complex inner workings and function of the hair, skin and nails. This
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Do you have a birthmark? Chances are pretty good you do. After all, most people do. Birthmarks come in all shapes, colors, and sizes, and can develop anywhere on the body. While these markings typically aren’t anything to worry about, you may wish to see a dermatologist about your birthmark if it negatively impacts your
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Over time you may deal with issues in skin texture, and you might start losing your youthful appearance. There are non-surgical ways to even out your skin tone and give yourself a youthful glow that will boost your confidence. Dr. Linda Banta, your dermatologist at Stone Oak Dermatology in San Antonio, TX, can explain how
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While plastic surgery is an effective way to turn back the hands of time, it is only designed for patients who have severe skin laxity and signs of aging versus those who are in the earlier stages. It is also an expensive treatment that may leave behind scarring and increase the risk of certain complications
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Educating the public on skin cancer is incredibly important. After all, you’re the one that looks at your skin every day, so you should know how to spot early warning signs of skin cancer. While there are certain risk factors that can increase your risk for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, it’s important for everyone
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