Clarkston Dermatology helps many patients address acne. Acne develops when the skin gets congested with oil, dead skin cells, o... Learn more
Actinic Keratosis is among the most frequent skin issues we manage at Clarkston Dermatology. Also known as solar keratosis, Act... Learn more
Angiomas are typically noncancerous (benign) growths made of small blood or lymphatic vessels with a red or purple appearance.... Learn more
Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. In fact, it is the most frequently diagnosed cancer of all types.... Learn more
Most people are quite familiar with topical treatments. These are typically our primary weapon against many skin con... Learn more
Contact dermatitis falls into two main categories. The most common form is irritant dermatitis, where an irritating substance c... Learn more
Dandruff is a very common skin issue, mainly affecting the scalp, leading to white particles of dead skin dropping from the... Learn more
Eczema affects both kids and adults and is often familial or linked with allergies. It results in dry, flaky skin and blisters... Learn more
A skin and mole assessment is a medical evaluation conducted by a dermatologist to evaluate your skin's health and detect any i... Learn more
Common fungal infections include athlete's foot, ringworm and yeast infections. They occur when a fungus enters your body and g... Learn more
Genital warts are a sexually transmitted disease (STD) spread through skin-to-skin contact with an infected person. The warts a... Learn more
Hair thinning and alopecia are often due to factors such as genetics, hormonal imbalances, infections and aging. They can also... Learn more
Herpes is a common and highly contagious condition, marked by recurring episodes of small, painful blisters filled with tran... Learn more
Shingles is a viral infection characterized by a painful, blistering rash appearing on one side of the body or face. The condit... Learn more
Urticaria, commonly referred to as hives, is a prevalent skin issue marked by itchy, red welts of varying sizes that can emerge... Learn more
Impetigo is a highly infectious skin disease that is most common in young kids, yet can impact individuals of all age groups. T... Learn more
Melanoma is a dangerous form of skin cancer that originates in melanocyte cells, which are responsible for the pigmentation of... Learn more
Mohs surgery is recognized as the most effective strategy for treating prevalent non-melanoma skin cancers, including basal cel... Learn more
Moles can differ in color from your natural skin hue to shades of pink, brown, and black. They typically emerge during adolesc... Learn more
Clarkston Dermatology welcomes younger patients, including newborns, toddlers, pre-teens and teens to our practice.... Learn more
Our board-certified providers can use Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) to treat acne, actinic keratosis, psoriasis, skin cancer, and... Learn more
Psoriasis is an immune-activated skin disorder that triggers an accelerated multiplication of skin cells, leading to skin in... Learn more
Alterations in skin color, texture, or sensation that result in inflammation or discomfort are known as rashes. Rashes are ofte... Learn more
Rosacea, a chronic skin inflammation, typically presents as skin redness or rash. It is particularly prevalent among people wit... Learn more
Seborrheic Dermatitis is a common skin disorder marked by red, scaly, itchy, and flaking skin, primarily affecting the scalp... Learn more
Surgical excisions are commonly used to eliminate unwanted or potentially hazardous growths. Lesions that can be dangerous... Learn more
The skin, our body's largest organ, is made up of multiple layers. Skin cancer typically starts in the epidermis, which contain... Learn more
Skin infections can range from mild to severe, depending on the type and cause of the infection. Most of the time, skin infecti... Learn more
Squamous cell carcinoma originates in the squamous cells, which form the middle and outer layers of our skin. It's a prevalent... Learn more
Ultraviolet light therapy, sometimes referred to as phototherapy, uses a bright light to treat various skin conditions, includi... Learn more
Vitiligo is a long-lasting condition that leads to parts of the skin becoming unusually light due to a deficiency in melanin... Learn more
Warts are benign, coarse protrusions that form on the skin when the HPV virus penetrates the body through a wound or a break in... Learn more
