In your lifetime, you only get one skin, so protecting and caring for it is important. Caring for your skin and taking the necessary steps to make sure it is healthy and clean is important. You may be asking yourself if you need to seek medical dermatology or cosmetic dermatology. Do you know what the difference is? Dr. Janine Hopkins at Hopkins Dermatology in Monroe, Louisiana, offers both specialties.
What is Medical Dermatology?
Medical Dermatology is the specialization in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that directly affect the skin. This specialty is designed to prevent long-term damage to the skin and its surrounding tissue. This could be used to prevent and treat conditions in people of any age. This specialty is performed through both topical, surgical and non-surgical procedures.
Some of the most common treatments available at Hopkins Dermatology include:
- Full Body Skin Exam
- Eczema Treatment
- Contact Dermatitis Treatment
- Mole Removal & Examinations
- Rosacea Treatment
- Acne Treatment
- Psoriasis Treatment
- Hyperhidrosis Treatment
- Vitiligo Treatment
- Birthmark Removal
- Scar Revision
What is Cosmetic Dermatology?
Cosmetic Dermatology is the specialization of treatment for problems such excessive amounts of hair, wrinkles, and imperfections on the skin. Cosmetic dermatology is designed to treat areas of the skin affected by aesthetics. Problems treated with cosmetic dermatology are deemed within the area of cosmetics and do not pose any medical threat to the person seeking treatment. While your self-esteem or confidence may be altered by this problem areas, you should be in otherwise good health to get cosmetic treatments.
Dr. Hopkins can treat the below problem areas and imperfections, and more, with cosmetic dermatology:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Acne
- Sun damage
- Brown spots
- Acne scars
- Stretch marks
Do I Need Cosmetic or Medical Dermatology?
If you are looking to alter the aesthetic look to your face or diminish a problem area, cosmetic dermatology would be a better fit for you. Do you feel uncomfortable with the flaws on your face? These issues may not be medical related, but they make you uneasy with the way your skin looks. Cosmetic dermatology is offered by Dr. Hopkins, a dual board-certified dermatologist, to help men and women alike adjust these areas of their face and body.
Do you suffer from extreme acne, unusual moles and scaring, or psoriasis? These are all medical areas that may be diminished with treatment from Hopkins Dermatology. These symptoms may cause you discomfort and unhealthy skin. Medical dermatology is best for those who need treatment to resume their daily lives without pain or discomfort brought on by these conditions.
Why Do I Need Dermatology?
Is your skin lagging or in need of medical treatment? Contact Dr. Hopkins at Hopkins Dermatology. Determining which option, cosmetic or medical dermatology, you are in need of requires your own research and a consultation with Dr. Hopkins in Monroe, Louisiana.