A current study done by Northwestern University, there are several moisturizers that are cost effective in preventing eczema in newborns. The study, that was published in the JAMA Pediatrics, suggests that by applying an inexpensive over-the-counter moisturizer such as petroleum jelly, Aquaphor, Cetaphil and Aveeno, every day for the first six months of life can [...]
Rashes pop-up unexpectedly and can be frightening. They take many different forms. Most rashes are not life-threatening, but some rashes can signal something more serious. The American Academy Of Dermatology "Rash 101 in adults: When to seek treatment" is a great resource to learn more about rashes.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xz6aF9_qzWg#action=share
Knoxville men, could skin cancer be hiding under you beard? Hair doesn’t provide enough protection from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays and that coarse dark hair could prevent early detection. http://blog.skincancer.org/2016/11/17/men-whats-under-that-beard/
With the temperatures getting cooler and the sun setting earlier, your first impulse might be to put away your favorite sunscreen. Our dermatologists will tell you that protecting your skin against UV damage is a year-round commitment. At the Knoxville office we offer a wide variety of EltaMD sunscreens for all skin types, no need [...]
The summer will be here sooner than we expect and that means plenty of well-deserved fun in the sun.Unfortunately, the more we expose our skin to the sun, the greater our risk of developing skin cancer. That’s why the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD) designated May as Skin Cancer Awareness Month, complete with educational tools, [...]
Congratulations to Dr. Elizabeth Anderson and Dr. Quyn Rahman being named to the 2016 list of Top Docs in Cityview magazine!
With SPRING IN THE AIR, now is a great time to remember a few do's and don'ts of skin care for the spring months that are just around the corner! Keeping skin healthy takes year-round maintenance. While saving skin from sun damage should be a priority no matter what the thermometer says, the changing needs [...]
Skin cancer is an abnormal growth of skin cells. It most often develops on areas of the skin exposed to the sun’s rays. Skin cancer affects people of all colors and races, although those with light skin who sunburn easily have a higher risk.Have more questions about skin cancer? Learn more from the American Academy of Dermatology HERE.Knoxville [...]
Today, the FDA approved Novartis’ drug Cosentyx (secukinumab), which is used to treat adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, a skin disease caused by problems with the immune system. Cosentryx is an injectable treatment, and is the first drug to be approved to block the IL-17 protein, which plays a role in inflammation. Some [...]
Have you been thinking about getting Botox to treat those frown lines and crow's feet? What better time to experience this quick and safe treatment than in the New Year at Knoxville Institute of Dermatology in Knoxville?!?! Botox will turn back the hands of time and shorten your morning routine significantly.Click here to read a [...]
