June is acne awareness month. Acne impacts almost everyone at some time in their life or another. But the truth is that acne is more than just skin deep. Here to answer some common questions about acne are our dedicated providers at our Apex Skin in Concord, OH who offer a 360 degree approach to…
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Meet Maggie McKernan, PA-C at Apex Dermatology. She launches the newest Apex location in Lorain this May! She’ll be offering patients quick access to expert care for all their skin care needs. Patients in the Lorain area can see her same-day for conditions such as acne, psoriasis, skin cancer and more! What led you to…
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Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers, with 1 in 5 Americans developing it by the time they’re 70-years-old. Thankfully, skin cancer is also one of the most treatable (and preventable), provided it’s detected early and cared for properly. Even with all the right preventions in place, skin cancer can still pop up…
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Did your dermatologist prescribe a topical retinoid for your acne? Wondering about the benefits of a retinoid for younger-looking skin? Whether you are using a topical retinoid for the first time, or you’ve been relying on its anti-aging and acne-fighting benefits for years, you may be wondering how to maximize the benefits of a topical…
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Compared to other medical conditions that are not visible to others, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, patients with skin conditions bear their disease for the world to see, so the psychological and social impact of living with a skin illness can be severe and debilitating. Acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, and hair loss are…
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Everyone has to face the day they realize their skin is aging. While it’s a completely natural part of life, there are some of us who want to prevent, manage, and even treat signs of aging and restore our skin to a healthy, youthful appearance. Here to walk us through why your skin ages and…
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For many couples, Valentine’s Day brings visions of candle-light dinners filled with culinary delights, red roses, chocolatey desserts, loving gifts, and romance. But for newlyweds Paul and Erin Graham, they wanted to skip the traditional gestures this year and treat one another to something unique. As part of their dedication to a healthier lifestyle, they…
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Have you ever put off a dermatology appointment? You know you should go in for a skin check or for another skin health condition, but since it’s not your favorite thing to do, you stall on scheduling? Getting a full body skin cancer screening can be a daunting task. Patients may feel vulnerable changing into…
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