If you have any concerns about what you find or need help identifying early signs of skin cancer, give us a call at 407.937.0609. It is our guarantee that you will be seen within 72 hours. You are that important to us.

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Risk Factors For Skin Cancer

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Dr. Burnett

Here in Florida we worship the sun and it can be healthy for us. The sun stimulates the formation of the critical nutrient Vitamin D. However, too much sun can lead to skin cancer. One in every five Americans has experienced some form of skin cancer.

Skin cancer, an uncontrolled growth of abnormal skin cells, if left alone, can spread from the skin into other areas of the body. Worst case scenario, it can lead to death.

Once thought primarily to affect the older people, skin cancer is occurring with increasing frequency among the young.

Some of the factors that may put you at higher risk of having skin cancer are:

Having fair skin, red or blond hair

Having light-colored eyes

Sun burning easily

Having many moles, freckles or birthmarks

Working or playing outside

Being in the sun a lot as a child

Having had a serious sunburn

Having had skin cancer, or having family members who have had skin cancer

Tanning in the sun or with a sunlamp

A good tip for all you sun loving Floridians is to examine the skin over your entire body often, at least once a month. Note any discolorations, spots, moles, birthmarks or sores. Make an appointment with a dermatologist to receive a complete skin examination. Early detection of skin cancer leads to a higher success of a cure.

If you live in the Daytona Beach area and want to schedule an appointment, call 407-937-0609 today.

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Microdermabrasion – Solution For Skin Conditions

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Dr. Burnett

Microdermabrasion is a popular, non-surgical method for rejuvenating the skin, primarily in the facial area. A mechanical device along with scrubbing particles is used to exfoliate, or remove, dead skin cells from the top layer of the epidermis (the outermost layer of the skin).

Microdermabrasion can diminish fine lines, wrinkles, and shallow acne scars as well as decrease the appearance of superficial dark spots (hyperpigmentation) and sun or photo damaged skin. By cleaning out the pores of the skin and stimulating the production of collagen (primary protein component of skin), microdermabrasion can help smooth and even out the overall texture and appearance of the skin.

Who else can benefit from a course of microdermabrasion treatments? Those with blotchy skin, small scars, wrinkles and large pores. In certain circumstances microdermabrasion is not an advisable course of treatment. This would include those who have recent herpes outbreaks, warts, active keloids, undiagnosed lesions, active rosacea, unstable diabetes and auto-immune system disorders.

Dr. Burnett does microdermabrasion treatments, along with many other cosmetic procedures. Call 407-937-0609 to schedule an appointment and be seen within 72 hours.

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Psoriasis

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Dr. Burnett

Psoriasis- What is it?

Psoriasis is a common skin condition that causes skin redness and irritation. Symptoms typically include thick, red skin with flaky, silver-white patches called scales.

Skin cells continuously grow deep in the skin to replace dead skin cells. The new skin cells rise to the surface on a monthly basis. In cases of psoriasis, the replacement of the dead skin cells with new skin cells occurs much too rapidly, and dead skin cells build up on the skin’s surface, resulting in scaly, itchy, flaky patches

This skin disorder most commonly occurs between ages 15 and 35, and can also appear between 50 and 60. Psoriasis can appear suddenly or slowly. In many situations, the condition goes away and then can flare up periodically over time. One good thing to keep in mind is that psoriasis is not contagious, can’t be picked up from body contact, nor be spread to others.

Psoriasis appears to be an inherited disorder resulting in the body’s immune system mistaking healthy cells for foreign and therefore dangerous substances.

Here are some of the conditions that may trigger a psoriasis attack or complicate treatment:

Too little sunlight

Too much sunlight (sunburn)

Bacteria or viral infections, including strep throat and upper respiratory infections

Dry air or dry skin

Injury to the skin, including cuts, burns, and insect bites

Some medicines, including antimalaria drugs, beta-blockers, and lithium

Stress

Download your free special report on 5 steps to healthy skin.

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Skin Cancer

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Dr. Burnett

When hearing the words skin cancer most people are scared and panic. You think of all the horrible things that could happen, and we sense our own mortality as death seems to loom over us.

Here’s the good news. Over 90% of all forms of skin cancers result from overexposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun. And most skin cancers are not life-threatening and can be cured when detected early on. The two most common types of skin cancer—basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas—are highly curable.

However, melanoma, the third most common skin cancer, is more dangerous, especially among young people. About 65%–90% of melanomas are caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light or sunlight. Melanomas, while accounting for roughly 5% of skin cancers, account for more than 80% of all skin cancer deaths.

Skin cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal skin cells and if left unchecked, these cancer cells can spread from the skin into other tissues and organs in the body. When that occurs, it can be fatal.

We also recognize that skin cancer, once only thought to affect the aged, is occurring in alarmingly high rates in young people.

Therefore it’s important to check with the doctor at the first sign of any suspicious tissue changes on the skin. Early detection can save your life.

For more information about skin cancer, call our office at 407-937-0609 to schedule an appointment.

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In addition we will talk about the basics of good skin care and questions you may have regarding skin cancer, cosmetic procedures, and hair and nail problems, as well as skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, eczema and scar removal.

We will be posting on a regular basis and invite you to post comments, email or call us at any time with any questions you may have. No obligation, so feel free to contact us. We are here to answer your questions and help in any way we can.

Keep in mind that by way of this blog we are not able to provide medical advice or treatment suggestions for your specific condition, but what we can do is discuss good dermatological practices and how they apply in general.

We will keep you up to date as well regarding exciting new products for your skin health, and special offers and coupons that we can share with you.

So thank you again and we hope you have a good skin care day.

Thank you for visiting us. It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery, a state-of-the-art dermatology medical practice with offices in Longwood, Orlando and Daytona Beach, Florida.

My name is Dr. Enid Burnett and I am a board certified dermatologist and I have been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Today I would like to discuss the importance of maintaining and protecting your healthy skin as well as what we can do to assist you.

The best way to maintain healthy skin and a healthy body is to be aware of and respond to the signs and symptoms affecting your skin, hair and nails. This increases our ability here at the Center for Dermatology to effectively manage and treat any condition that may be affecting you.

While some skin conditions are easily treated, others might require more aggressive medical protocols and even surgery. We need to recognize that our skin is affected by several factors including diet, life style, environment and even medications you may be taking. It is important to speak with your dermatologist about the various factors that affect your skin.

The Center for Dermatology and Skin Surgery is prepared to treat all your skin, hair and nail conditions with the latest medical procedures and medications. We educate and council our patients on the advisability of certain cosmetic procedures as well as effectively perform a variety of these procedures.

Please feel free to call us any time with your questions about skin care or to schedule an appointment for your personal examination. If you would like to receive your free report on the ‘The Five Most Important Steps for Healthy Skin’, please remember to provide us your name and email address. You can find this special offer on the Home Page.

We do not share your email address and we only send out messages with useful information as well as our special offers and discounts.

Thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. I and my staff look forward to helping you in the near future with any of your skin, hair or nail problems.