Dallas Associated Dermatologists

Juvederm

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At Dallas Associated Dermatologists, we offer cutting-edge cosmetic solutions to help you achieve youthful, radiant skin. Juvederm, one of the most trusted dermal fillers on the market, is designed to smooth wrinkles, restore volume, and enhance facial contours for a naturally rejuvenated look.

What Is Juvederm?

Juvederm is an FDA-approved line of dermal fillers made from hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps maintain hydration and volume in the skin. Juvederm’s smooth gel formula is expertly injected into targeted areas to restore volume, smooth lines, and provide subtle, long-lasting enhancements.

What Is Juvederm Used For?

Juvederm is a versatile treatment that can address a variety of aesthetic concerns, including:

  • Smoothing nasolabial folds (laugh lines) and marionette lines
  • Enhancing lips for a fuller, plumper appearance
  • Restoring volume to sunken cheeks
  • Contouring the jawline or chin
  • Minimizing under-eye hollows (tear troughs)
  • Improving overall facial symmetry

The Juvederm family includes specialized products like Juvederm Voluma, Volbella, and Ultra XC, each tailored for specific treatment areas.

What to Expect Before a Juvederm Treatment

Before your Juvederm treatment, you’ll meet with one of our expert providers for a thorough consultation. This includes:

  • Discussing your aesthetic goals and expectations
  • Evaluating your facial anatomy and areas of concern
  • Reviewing your medical history and any medications or supplements you’re taking

To minimize bruising, it’s best to avoid alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, and blood-thinning supplements for at least 24–48 hours before your treatment.

What to Expect During a Juvederm Treatment

Juvederm treatments are quick, minimally invasive, and tailored to your specific needs:

  1. The provider will cleanse and prepare the treatment area.
  2. A fine needle or cannula is used to inject Juvederm into targeted areas.
  3. Many Juvederm products contain lidocaine, a numbing agent, for a more comfortable experience.

The procedure typically takes 15–30 minutes, depending on the number of areas treated.

What to Expect After Juvederm

After your Juvederm treatment, you can expect:

  • Minimal Downtime: You can resume most activities immediately, though mild swelling, redness, or bruising may occur at the injection sites. These effects usually subside within a few days.
  • Instant Results: You’ll notice an immediate improvement in the treated areas, with final results becoming more apparent as swelling resolves.
  • Long-Lasting Effects: Depending on the product and treatment area, Juvederm results can last 6–18 months.

To ensure the best results:

  • Avoid touching, massaging, or applying pressure to the treated area for at least 24 hours.
  • Refrain from strenuous exercise, alcohol, and excessive sun or heat exposure for 24–48 hours.

Why Choose Dallas Associated Dermatologists for Juvederm?

Our board-certified dermatologists and skilled providers are highly trained in administering Juvederm, ensuring your safety and satisfaction. We take a personalized approach to every treatment, delivering natural-looking results that enhance your unique beauty.

Achieve the Look You Desire with Juvederm
Ready to smooth wrinkles, restore volume, and enhance your features? Schedule your Juvederm consultation with Dallas Associated Dermatologists today, and take the first step toward a more youthful, confident you.

Dysport Treatments at Dallas Associated Dermatologists

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At Dallas Associated Dermatologists, we specialize in personalized cosmetic treatments designed to help you achieve a natural, refreshed appearance. Dysport is one of our most popular solutions for smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, helping you look and feel your best.

What Is Dysport?

Dysport is an FDA-approved injectable treatment that relaxes specific facial muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It’s made from botulinum toxin type A, similar to Botox, but formulated to spread more evenly across larger areas, making it particularly effective for addressing moderate to severe frown lines (glabellar lines) between the eyebrows.

What Is Dysport Used For?

Dysport targets dynamic wrinkles—those caused by repetitive facial movements like smiling, frowning, or squinting. Common areas treated with Dysport include:

  • Frown lines (between the eyebrows)
  • Crow’s feet (around the eyes)
  • Forehead lines
  • Bunny lines (across the nose)

Dysport can also be used for subtle enhancements that create a smoother, more youthful look without appearing “frozen.”

What to Expect Before a Dysport Treatment

Before your Dysport appointment, you’ll have a consultation with one of our experienced providers. During this visit, we will:

  • Discuss your aesthetic goals and concerns
  • Review your medical history and any medications or supplements you’re taking
  • Examine your facial anatomy to determine the best treatment areas

To ensure the best results, avoid alcohol, aspirin, and blood-thinning medications for at least 24–48 hours before your appointment to minimize bruising.

What to Expect During a Dysport Treatment

A Dysport treatment is quick and minimally invasive:

The provider will cleanse the treatment area. Using a fine needle, Dysport will be injected into the targeted muscles. The process typically takes 10–20 minutes, with minimal discomfort. You can return to your daily activities immediately after your session.

    What to Expect After Dysport

    Following your Dysport treatment, you can expect:

    • Minimal Downtime: While some patients may experience slight redness, swelling, or bruising, these effects typically resolve quickly.
    • Noticeable Results in 2–3 Days: Dysport begins to work within a few days, with optimal results appearing in about two weeks.
    • Long-Lasting Effects: Results generally last 3–4 months, depending on your individual response and treatment area.

    For best results, avoid lying down, exercising, or rubbing the treated area for 4–6 hours post-treatment.

    Why Choose Dallas Associated Dermatologists for Dysport?

    Our board-certified dermatologists and skilled providers have extensive experience in cosmetic injectables, ensuring your treatment is safe, effective, and tailored to your unique features. We use precise techniques to deliver natural-looking results, enhancing your beauty without overdoing it.

    Ready to Smooth Away Wrinkles?
    Schedule your Dysport consultation at Dallas Associated Dermatologists today. Whether you’re new to injectables or seeking a trusted partner for ongoing care, we’re here to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

    EMSCULPT NEO®

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    Build muscle and lose fat with EMSCULPT NEO®

    Whether you want to jump start a “new you”, fine tune a fit body or even if you’re older EMSCULPT NEO® could be for you!

    At Dallas Associated Dermatologists, our team is pleased to offer EMSCULPT NEO®, which are FDA-approved treatments that create lean muscles and burn away stubborn fat to build a more contoured body. It´s like doing over 20k crunches per session, that leaves you with 25% more muscle and 30% less fat, on average. *

    What is EMSCULPT NEO®?

    EMSCULPT NEO® is an innovative body-shaping solution that utilizes the HIFEM (high intensity focused electromagnetic) equipment of the EMSCULPT platform to build and tone muscle, then adds radiofrequency (RF) energy to reduce fat at the same time. EMSCULPT NEO® can treat multiple sections of the body, including the abdomen, buttocks, arms, thighs, and legs.

    Don’t need fat reduction? No Problem, EMSCULPT NEO® can build muscle without fat loss too!

    During a 30-minute session, EMSCULPT NEO® tightens the muscle tissue about 20,000 times to develop a more toned figure and gently heats subcutaneous fat to remove it from the body.

    Why Choose EMSCULPT NEO®?

    • Non-surgical treatment. No downtime, no needles, no anesthesia
    • On average 25% more muscle and 30% less fat*
    • FDA cleared to treat the abdomen, buttocks, arms, calves, and thighs

    Both women and men love the way they look after completing their EMSCULPT NEO® sessions.

    Dallas Associated Dermatologists is pleased to utilize the most up-to-date procedures in body contouring. Our team wants to help individuals accomplish their fitness goals and achieve the aesthetic look they want, and EMSCULPT NEO® is one of many, cutting-edge choices we offer.

    Call us today schedule a consultation and get one step closer to your body goals!

    *Individual results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person. Images may contain models.

    PRP Therapy

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    Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) is the gold standard in skin and hair rejuvenation and healing for a variety of conditions.

    PRP is a type of therapy that leverages the body’s own regenerative resources in order to heal a range of physical problems.

    Your blood consists of several components. One component of your blood is called plasma, which is the liquid part of uncoagulated blood. The role of plasma is to conduct platelets and red and white blood cells throughout the body. Plasma is highly valued as a source of healing.

    Platelets are another key component of blood. Platelets are a type of blood cell responsible for blood clotting as well as helping the body to heal.

    PRP therapy takes advantage of both of these powerful blood components — platelets and plasma — and uses them to aid with healing parts of the body that need it.

    The dermatologists at Dallas Associated Dermatologists utilize PRP therapy to aid in skin healing and hair rejuvenation.

    What is PRP Therapy Used For?

    In dermatology, PRP therapy can be used to treat a variety of skin conditions and to rejuvenate areas of the skin that are problematic.

    Some of the conditions that PRP therapy can be used for are:

    • Alopecia
    • Skin ulcers
    • Acne
    • Burns
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Hair loss

    PRP therapy is a non-surgical treatment that is performed in our office. Your dermatologist uses a fine needle to inject platelets and plasma (separated from your own blood) into your skin or scalp. The procedure causes mild discomfort. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle pierces your skin.

    Results from PRP therapy may take a while to be noticeable, although improvement will begin to take place almost immediately and continue for about three months. Multiple treatment sessions are usually needed to achieve the desired effects. Effects can be expected to last up to a year or more.

    Types of PRP Therapy

    Different types of PRP therapy are determined based on the number of growth factors detected in the blood sample (after it is processed).

    Four types of PRP therapy exist:

    • Pure PRP
    • Leukocyte-rich PRP
    • Pure platelet-rich fibrin (PRF)
    • Leukocyte-rich PRF

    Am I a Candidate for PRP Therapy?

    You may be a candidate for PRP if you suffer from any of the conditions known to respond favorably to PRP therapy. You and your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists can discuss your suitability for this type of treatment.

    The qualities of a good candidate are:

    • Overall good health with no underlying conditions
    • Other treatment options have not worked
    • Comfortable with giving blood samples for the therapy
    • Skin condition is in the early-to-mid-stages

    There are many reasons to consider PRP therapy. Not only is PRP therapy considered to be very effective, but the results can also be transformative.

    Laser Therapy

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    Laser therapy works by increasing cellular energy and encouraging healthy regeneration.

    Lasers have been used in dermatology for at least 40 years. Recent advances have not only increased the efficacy of laser therapy but broadened its scope of usefulness. Laser therapy is used for everything from hair removal to the destruction of cancerous skin growths.

    The benefits of laser therapy include the fact that it is non-invasive and virtually painless. Although sometimes minimal side effects can occur, like temporary pain or discomfort or blistering, most would agree that laser therapy is certainly worth considering.

    Your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists can let you know if laser therapy might be right for your condition.

    What is Laser Therapy Used For?

    We offer a wide variety of laser types and treatments and many conditions respond very well to laser therapy, such as:

    • Overgrowth of hair
    • Acne scars
    • Hyperpigmentation (age spots)
    • Skin lesions, warts or scars
    • Wrinkles or fine lines
    • Sagging skin/jowls
    • Spider veins, broken capillaries or vascular lesions
    • Rosacea
    • Birthmarks

    There are even more skin conditions that may warrant consideration of laser therapy. Talk to your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists to see if laser therapy may be right for you.

    Am I a Candidate For Laser Therapy?

    Laser therapy is effective for many conditions, including those brought about by lifestyles and habits.

    If you regularly sunbathe or have a history of drinking or smoking, you may need treatment for sun damage, wrinkles, and broken capillaries. Laser therapy is not preventative, so if you indulge in the same kind of behaviors, the initial problem will return.

    The best candidates for laser therapy are those who are willing to do more to protect their skin. That way, the results will be lasting.

    There are others who might not respond well to laser therapy. This includes those who:

    • Are currently taking certain acne medications
    • Are vulnerable to excess scarring
    • Are pregnant
    • Are taking blood-thinning medication or aspirin daily
    • Have certain skin resurfacing disorders
    • Are prone to sunburns or who currently have a tan or sunburn
    • Have active acne breakouts
    • Are dark-skinned

    Your dermatologist will advise you as to whether or not you are a good candidate for laser therapy. Often, the reason someone isn’t a good candidate has to do with the potential for visible scarring after treatment. But all in all, a healthy individual with relatively good skin and no underlying conditions can expect to be a good candidate for this treatment.

    Laser therapy is FDA-approved and has been shown to be highly effective over the decades. Why not see for yourself what laser therapy can do for your skin?

    Cosmetic Injections

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    Cosmetic injections, sometimes called cosmetic fillers, are dermatological treatments for aging skin.

    Cosmetic injections are used by dermatologists to help patients achieve a more youthful appearance. As skin ages, it begins to show signs of aging like wrinkles and sagging.

    Cosmetic injections plump up the skin so wrinkles disappear and sagging diminishes or becomes less noticeable. These injections do not lead to permanent results but repeat treatments are safe. This way, anyone can achieve the more youthful appearance that they desire.

    Dallas Associated Dermatologists offers several cosmetic injection treatments, including Botox®, Juvederm®, Restylane®, and Dysport®.

    What are Cosmetic Injections Used For?

    The primary purpose of cosmetic injections is to enhance the appearance of older skin. For this reason, cosmetic injections are most often done on the face; however, they can also be done on other areas of the body, including the hands. In fact, Botox is a cosmetic injection that is also used to combat excessively sweaty palms.

    Most often, though, cosmetic injections are used to:

    • Soften facial creases
    • Erase fine lines and wrinkles
    • Plump up thinning skin
    • Improve the appearance of facial scars
    • Plump lips
    • Enhance facial contours

    Types of Cosmetic Injections

    Cosmetic injections are frequently referred to by their brand name. For instance, many of the types of cosmetic injections listed here are actually brand names that contain very similar ingredients. They include:

    Cosmetic injections are FDA-approved and considered safe for most individuals; however, certain side effects may occur with some cosmetic injection formulations.

    If you have side effects with one type of cosmetic injection, it doesn’t mean you and your dermatologist can’t use another type of cosmetic injection. Talk to your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists to determine if one type of filler may be more suitable for your needs than another.

    Am I a Candidate for Cosmetic Injections?

    If you suffer from unwanted wrinkles, thin skin, or sagging skin, cosmetic injections could be a great treatment option for you. Anyone who wishes to appear more youthful is a good candidate!

    Do you feel healthy and vital on the inside, but your outward appearance makes you look older than your actual years? Or perhaps you have a professional job that puts you in the public eye and you want to appear more youthful and full of vitality? Cosmetic injections can help.

    We offer technology to help you easily achieve a more youthful appearance through cosmetic injections. It may take more than one visit in order for you to achieve your desired results.

    Your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists can help guide you through the process.

    Varicose Veins

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    Varicose veins are unsightly and painful, but treatment options are available. Look better and feel better in as little as one appointment!

    Varicose veins are veins that are enlarged and not functioning properly. The term “varicose” means swollen. With this condition, the internal valve that regulates blood flow does not work properly, allowing blood to either pool or flow in the wrong direction.

    Varicose vein diagnosis and treatment is available, discuss your concerns with varicose veins with your dermatologist.

    What Are The Symptoms of Varicose Veins?

    The outward signs of varicose veins are well known. Varicose veins often present as discolored, bulging veins that rise above the level of the skin. However, there are earlier symptoms of varicose veins to be aware of.

    Knowing these symptoms can help to prevent the most drastic—and most visible—form of the condition:

    • Achy legs
    • Throbbing sensation
    • Chronic itching around the vein
    • Increased episodes of “Charley Horse”
    • Swelling
    • Socks leave depressed marks around the ankle or calf
    • Pain during long periods of sitting or standing
    • Burning sensation
    • Localized skin discoloration near the vein

    If you have one or more of these symptoms, don’t wait. Make an appointment with Dallas Associated Dermatologists for a consultation.

    Types of Varicose Veins

    Not all veins are alike. The body contains many different types of veins, which is why there are different types of varicose veins, including:

    • Spider veins. People don’t usually think of spider veins as varicose veins, but in fact, the conditions that create spider veins are the same as those that lead to varicose veins. Spider veins can occur anywhere on the body, but they tend to appear where the skin is thinnest, such as on the face, behind the knees, and around the ankles. Spider veins are less sightly and the discoloration can be red or blue.
    • Reticular varicose veins. Reticular varicose veins are thicker than spider veins. The discoloration may be red, greenish, or purplish-blue. They present in a wide mesh pattern and may be flush with the skin. Though they don’t bulge out, they can be unsightly.
    • Saphenous varicose veins. Saphenous varicose veins occur almost exclusively in the legs. Saphenous varicose veins are swollen and they bulge out from the surface of the skin. They are often described as being “rope-like.” They are typically dark blue or purplish in color but may also be colorless. Saphenous varicose veins are what most people picture when they think of varicose veins.

    What Causes Varicose Veins?

    The underlying cause of varicose veins is increased blood pressure within the vein. Veins contain one-way valves that prevent blood from flowing in the wrong direction.

    High blood pressure can cause these valves to fail, which allows blood to collect, rather than to continue flowing correctly.

    Conditions that can lead to varicose veins include:

    • Unchecked high blood pressure
    • Obesity
    • Genetic propensity
    • Temporary conditions such as pregnancy, menopause, etc.

    Treatment Options For Varicose Veins

    When you come in to Dallas Associated Dermatologists, your dermatologist will determine what type of varicose veins you have. That determination will drive the recommended treatment options for your individual situation.

    Varicose veins are highly treatable. Your dermatologist can offer a wide range of treatment options.

    Skin Cancer

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    Early detection of skin cancer plays a critical role in recovery and survival rates.

    Skin cancer is defined as the growth of abnormal cells in the outer layer of the skin. A diagnosis of skin cancer means that a person has out-of-control, malignant skin cell growth.

    This condition can ultimately be fatal when left untreated or undiagnosed. Skin cancer can grow unchecked and infiltrate other parts of the body.

    A comprehensive skin exam with your dermatologist is the first line of defense against skin cancer.

    What are the Symptoms of Skin Cancer?

    The most common type of cancer, skin cancer, can range from very mild types to those that are life-threatening. Because of this, it’s vital to catch it as early as possible.

    To do so, you need to know the common symptoms. In most cases, these include:

    • Bleeding sore that heals but then returns
    • Pearly or waxy bump on skin
    • Flat lesion with a scaly, crusted surface
    • Mole that changes color or size
    • Lesions with irregular borders

    Since these symptoms can be associated with various types of skin cancers, it is crucial that you not delay in seeking the advice of your Dallas Associated Dermatologists dermatologist to get a proper diagnosis.

    Types of Skin Cancer

    If you are unfamiliar with skin cancer, you should realize there are multiple types of skin cancer, some of which are mild while others are quite serious.

    The most common types of skin cancer are:

    • Basal cell carcinoma
    • Squamous cell carcinoma
    • Melanoma

    Basal cell carcinoma is usually found on sun-exposed areas such as the neck or face. Signs of this cancer include flat lesions that are flesh-colored or have a scar-like appearance, as well as a sore that won’t heal or heals and then returns.

    Squamous cell carcinoma usually appears on the ears or hands. Characterized by a flat lesion with a scaly and crusty surface, people with darker skin can develop this cancer on areas not often exposed to the sun.

    Melanoma can occur anywhere on the body, can affect men and women, and be present on any skin tone.

    What Causes Skin Cancer?

    Skin cancer is very complex and can be caused by many different factors. No matter the type, skin cancer is caused by mutations in the DNA of skin cells, leading to them growing out of control — creating a cancer cell mass.

    The main reasons why this occurs are:

    • Exposure to UV rays from the sun or tanning beds
    • Exposure to toxic substances or radiation
    • Having a compromised immune system

    Other risk factors include having a large number of moles on your body, having a predisposition to sunburns, or having a family history of skin cancer.

    Treatment for Skin Cancer

    Treatment results can vary. Your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists will advise you as to the appropriate course of treatment based on your individual circumstances and the type of skin cancer that you have.

    Due to the seriousness of skin cancer, don’t take chances by delaying your diagnosis and treatment. With skin cancer, early detection plays a critical role in recovery and survival.

    Never try to diagnose an unusual-looking mole by yourself at home, schedule a consultation with your dermatologist if you have concerns.

    Eczema

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    Eczema is a broad term used to describe a range of skin conditions characterized by rashes, itchiness, and redness.

    It’s estimated that over 31 million people in the U.S. alone have some form of eczema. Episodes of eczema may be chronic, one-time issues, or continual.

    Whatever kind of eczema you are experiencing, you can rely on our professional team of clinicians to help with diagnosis and treatment.

    Visible redness or irritated patches on the skin may look concerning, but eczema is not contagious. There is no known cure for eczema, however, there are effective treatments and relief for symptoms available.

    What are the Symptoms of Eczema?

    If you have eczema, various parts of your body can develop rashes and dry, itchy skin. Usually, this occurs behind your knees, inside your elbows, and on your hands, feet, and face. However, remember that eczema is not contagious.

    The most common symptom of eczema is itching, which in turn leads to scratching and rubbing the skin, increasing the irritation. Other symptoms include:

    • Skin patches that are rough and leathery
    • Red and raised bumps on the skin known as hives
    • Scaly skin patches
    • Skin that is swollen and sore
    • Skin color changes.

    Types of Eczema

    There are many different types of eczema, diagnosed both by symptoms and where it occurs on the body, including:

    • Atopic Dermatitis. The most common form of eczema, atopic dermatitis usually starts during childhood and may disappear or become much milder by adulthood. Linked to allergies, many people with this condition also suffer from hay fever and asthma.
    • Contact Dermatitis. Resulting in red, irritated skin, contact dermatitis occurs when your skin comes in contact with a substance to which it is allergic, such as latex, certain types of metal, or chemicals. Certain skincare ingredients and makeup, plants such as poison ivy and poison oak, or even tobacco smoke can sometimes trigger contact dermatitis.
    • Dyshidrotic Eczema. More common in women than men, dyshidrotic eczema is characterized by small, fluid-filled blisters forming on fingers, palms, toes, and soles of your feet. Stress is thought to be a primary trigger for outbreaks.
    • Hand Eczema. Only affecting the hands, this form of eczema is common among hairdressers, cleaning personnel, and others whose hands are regularly exposed to various chemicals.
    • Neurodermatitis. Very similar to atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis presents as thick, scaly patches of skin that are very itchy, even when you are sleeping.
    • Nummular Eczema. Causing round, coin-shaped spots on your skin, nummular eczema is known for making the skin extremely itchy, and is often triggered by insect bites.
    • Stasis Dermatitis. Somewhat uncommon, stasis dermatitis occurs when fluid leaks out of weakened leg veins onto the skin, causing itching and redness.

    What Causes Eczema?

    When skin cannot retain moisture very well or has a disrupted barrier that lets moisture from the skin evaporate too freely, eczema often occurs.

    Some of the most common causes of eczema include:

    • Environmental factors such as pollen or mold
    • Allergies such as hay fever
    • Asthma
    • Soaps, detergents, and shampoos
    • Synthetic or wool fabrics
    • Viral, fungal, and bacterial infections
    • Pet dander
    • Chemicals and solvents

    Treatment for Eczema

    If you suffer from eczema and want to get more information about various treatments and other aspects of your condition, talk to your dermatologist today.

    Mohs Surgery

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    Mohs surgery is a special technique that is used by dermatologists to treat certain types of skin cancer.

    In Mohs surgery, cancerous skin cells are removed one cell layer at a time. After each layer is removed, it’s examined on the spot under a microscope. Once no more cancerous skin cells are in the removed layer, the surgery is completed.

    This technique ensures that benign cells aren’t needlessly removed, while also ensuring that all the malignant cells are excised.

    If your dermatologist has recommended Mohs surgery to treat your skin cancer, you should know that this technique was invented all the way back in the 1930s and named after the doctor, Frederick Mohs.

    It proved to be so effective that dermatologists still rely on this technique to this day, as a first recourse to remove cancerous skin cells. Mohs surgery often helps patients to avoid more extensive surgery for the treatment of melanoma.

    What is Mohs Surgery Used For?

    Mohs surgery isn’t for all types of skin cancer. But it offers very positive outcome rates for certain situations, including:

    • Your skin cancer has returned after previous treatment
    • You have a higher vulnerability of having your skin cancer return
    • Your skin cancer is located in a highly visible area of your body
    • Your skin cancer is in an area of the body where healthy tissue is greatly needed
    • Your skin cancer is aggressive or particularly large in size
    • Your skin cancer has poorly defined edges

    Types of Mohs Surgery

    There is only one type of Mohs Surgery and it’s used to treat melanoma, which is skin cancer. The idea behind this surgery is to keep as much healthy tissue as possible.

    Needless tissue removal can cause unnecessary and unsightly scarring in visible areas such as the face and neck. With Mohs surgery, only cancerous cells are removed.

    Am I a Candidate For Mohs Surgery?

    We recommend Mohs surgery for patients who are not good candidates for more invasive surgery. Since Mohs surgery only necessitates local anesthesia in our office, there’s no need to “go under.” This is optimal for those with heart conditions or other underlying issues.

    Whether or not you are a candidate for Mohs surgery also depends upon the nature of your skin cancer and its history. If you have a history of recurring skin cancer in one spot, for example, Mohs surgery may be a great option.

    A diagnosis of skin cancer doesn’t have to mean that a large area of skin tissue will be removed from your body. With Mohs surgery, your dermatologist removes only cancerous cells, leaving healthy tissue behind.