AADA President Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, has personally advocated on behalf of the specialty in Washington, D.C. for ...

Incidence rates Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. (1,2) Current estimates are that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. (3) It is estimated that ...

Manicure and pedicure safety Having beautiful nails is less a matter of luck and more a matter of caring for them correctly. Here are dermatologists' top manicure and pedicure tips.

Do you know that some sunscreens can prevent sunburn, reduce your risk of getting skin cancer, and help prevent early signs of skin aging? This infographic tells you how to choose a sunscreen that ...

Guttate psoriasis: If your child develops this type of psoriasis, you’ll likely see small, scaly, teardrop-shaped spots scattered on the skin. It’s possible. Children get psoriasis. This disease can ...

A skin biopsy is used to diagnose diseases like a rash, infection, or skin cancer. Here’s what to expect if you need one.

Working out affects skin in good and not-so-good ways. Board-certified dermatologists share what to do before and after your workout to prevent unwanted skin issues.

The scaly, greasy patches on your baby's scalp are called cradle cap. Follow these dermatologist tips to loosen and remove the scale to help treat cradle cap at home. Your new baby has the softest ...

How do dermatologists diagnose granuloma annulare? If you may have granuloma annulare annulare, your dermatologist will exam your skin and ask some questions.

The future is bright for these cutting-edge treatments, including light therapy. When it comes to the use of laser technology in skin care, the future is now. Concepts that were once reserved for ...

Dip powder nails are also long lasting. When you get a dip powder manicure, you can have chip-free nails for up to four weeks.

Signs and symptoms in children A child with hand-foot-and-mouth disease can often develop reddish spots on the soles of feet and palms of hands, which quickly turn into bumps or blisters.