Author: U.S. Dermatology Partners

If you have light, tiny bumps scattered along your thighs, upper arms, or even buttocks, you may have Keratosis Pilaris. Affecting nearly half of world’s population, Keratosis Pilaris is a harmless condition, although it can be bothersome for anyone who has it. The unsightly bumps can be very noticeable and can worsen during cold weather…

Just because you’re getting a little older, doesn’t mean that you have to look it! Loss in facial volume is a natural part of the aging process. Years spent outside in the sunlight enjoying life combined with the effects of gravity and your genetics can all contribute to a loss of skin elasticity. Lucky for…

No one wants to find out they have cancer, it can cause a great deal of worrying and stress. At our Plano area dermatology office, we want our patients to know that while a skin cancer diagnosis can be scary, many types are curable with the help of Mohs micrographic surgery. Dr. Selkin works with…

A large body of research connects oral infections and systemic disease. In the dermatology world, we know how localized infections and diseases of the skin can affect whole-body health. For this reason, we have specialists in medical, surgical, cosmetic, and pediatric dermatology trained in a number of products and procedures to manage or treat the…

Only around 60 cities are sunnier than our corner of the state, according to government data. We share the state with five of those “sunnier cities.” On average, the Plano area gets sun 61 percent of the year. Lucky us, we get to personally experience the “Sun Belt” and its mood-boosting benefits, not to mention…

We all know that varicose veins can be an aesthetic problem, but many are not aware of the health risks associated with the condition. Varicose veins are caused by the inability of a weakened vein to pump blood properly. Because the blood is not moving quickly and efficiently through the vein, it accumulates and causes…

Who doesn’t love spending a day out in the sunshine enjoying the beautiful weather? While this may seem like a great idea, the problem is that too much sun exposure can cause the premature aging of the skin. We’re all familiar with the natural aging of the skin, including loss of elasticity and volume along…

Every day Dr. Bryan Selkin and his team see the effects of sunlight on the skin. Much has been made of how the sun’s Ultraviolet rays damage the appearance of the skin and overall health. Patients show up at the Center for Dermatology and Cosmetic Laser Surgery with everything from freckles and “liver” spots to…

Nearly everyone loves to lay out by the pool on a sunny, summer day. And while long days out in the sun may seem like the only appropriate way to spend our summers, it can really take a toll on our skin. No one can avoid the natural aging of the skin. As we grow…