Skin Cancer

I get asked all the time, what is the one single product that I would recommend for the skin. That is easy. Sunscreen Really? Not a $195 cream that a celebrity swears by? Not a $200 facial? No. Sunscreen is the best defense against wrinkles and skin cancer. What does Dr. Bader recommend for sunscreen?…

Many patients ask about the “Blue light treatment”. Why? It is commonly used to treat actinic keratosis. It is a relatively simple procedure. Let me explain. Is blue light treatment the best treatment for actinic keratosis (“pre-cancers”)? The short answer is NO in terms of cure rate. For patients with compliance issues, it may be…

Radiation has been long used for the treatment of skin cancers. Some have attached new names to this treatment, which confuses people into thinking it is not radiation.

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Patients are always asking what they can do to reduce their risk of getting skin cancer. Most know about sunscreens and sun-protective clothing. But there is more that one can do and it is as safe as taking a vitamin. For several years now, I have recommended niacinamide 500mg twice a day by mouth (it…

This is becoming more and more of a common scenario that a practice brings in a Mohs’ Surgeon to work in their office once a week or less. But is this best for you? The simple answer is yes and no. Let’s first look at the advantages of a visiting Mohs’ Surgeon. There is no…

Skin cancer is one of the most prevalent forms of cancer around the World, with millions of cases diagnosed each year. While it can be a highly treatable condition if detected early, it can also be life-threatening if allowed to progress. This is why regular skin cancer screenings are strongly recommended by healthcare professionals. Let’s…

Patients ask me all the time, “Do I need to see a Plastic Surgeon?” In short, there is no simple, universal answer to that question. First, let’s take a look at some facts that may help one understand the situation a little better. First, let’s look at volume–who treats the most skin cancer. Experienced Surgeon:…

I am a Dermatologist and I treat skin cancer every day and talk about preventing skin cancer. Everyone knows that sun avoidance, sun protective clothing, and applying a good sunscreen is the best way to reduce the risk of getting skin cancer. I have a secret for you–most patients do not do a good job…

Actinic keratosis is a pre-malignant condition that, if untreated, can progress to squamous cell carcinoma. In most cases, this is caused by chronic, repeated Sun-exposure. 5-fluorouracil (5-FU or Efudex or Carac) is an old treatment for actinic keratosis that has been used for decades, but is it best? In short, yes if used correctly. What…