Sometimes, despite your best efforts to protect your skin, you end up with a sunburn. Sunburns can be dangerous and can increase your risk for skin cancer – but they can also be quite painful! Read on for some tips to relieve the pain. Take care of your sunburn It’s important to slather on the sunscreen, reapply
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The desert sun can be brutal all year long – but it’s even worse in the summer. It is very important to make sure you slather on the sunscreen, wear clothing that covers your skin, and stay indoors when the sun is at its hottest. It’s also important to see your doctor if a growth on
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Skin cancer can be deadly – it is estimated that 20% of Americans will develop skin cancer, and two people die from it every hour. That’s why it is so important to be on the lookout for this disease and to catch it early. Read on for some facts you should know about skin cancer.
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The skin is the largest organ on the body and often is the most overlooked when it comes to your health. A regular skin exam could save your life. If you’re concerned about a skin condition or worried about something on your skin, see a dermatologist. A dermatologist will be able to help you with
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No matter what time of year, your skin can show signs of sun damage, including wrinkles and age spots. You need to protect your skin from sun damage and provide protection against skin cancer. Read on for a few basic things you can do to protect your skin year-round. Sun Protection Tips Limit your time
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Summertime can make the living easy, but while you’re eating snow cones and laying out in the sun, summertime can also bring skin cancer with it. As the leading cause, sun exposure is something that Dr. Stockton always like to talk to patients about. One of the best things you can do is to catch
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You may know that you should visit your dentist every six months for a cleaning and checkup and that you should visit your primary care physician about once a year to make sure that your health is on track. But, you may not know how often you should come into Stockton Dermatology to get your
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If you were to look back at New Year’s resolutions you’ve made in the past, you might have a good laugh or two— especially when you realize how insignificant they truly were. However, even though some new year’s resolutions that you made in the past may sound a bit ridiculous now if you set the
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If you have exceptionally fair skin, you may have more abnormal freckles on your body than there are minutes in an hour. Even though freckles can add character to your skin, they can also be signs of sun damage. So how can you tell if your freckles are something to be worried about? “It’s half
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If you have a mole that is changing in color, texture, or overall appearance, it might be time to contact Dr. Toni Stockton in order to have it looked at. By understanding certain things to look for and how you can get rid of your mole if it is in fact cancerous, you can be
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