St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery 
Wondering if sun spots fade on their own? Learn what causes them, what can help, and when it’s time to have a spot checked. A flat brown or tan spot shows up on the back of your hand, your cheek, or your chest after a summer of time outdoors, and months later, it’s still there. … Read more
A pimple that won’t go away after several weeks may not be acne at all. Consider contacting us today to learn more. Most pimples follow a predictable script: they appear, peak, and fade within a week or two. So when a blemish lingers for a month or more, resists every product in your cabinet, or … Read more
Crepey skin can often be improved with the right treatments. Consider contacting us today to learn more about crepey skin. Crepey skin, that thin, finely wrinkled texture that resembles crepe paper, is one of the most common concerns patients bring to our Troy, MO practice. It often shows up on the neck, chest, upper arms, … Read more
Seborrheic keratoses are common, waxy, “stuck-on” skin growths that appear with age. Here’s what to look for if you suspect you may have one. If you have noticed a waxy, raised spot on your skin that seems to have appeared out of nowhere, it is likely a seborrheic keratosis. These growths are among the most … Read more
A pimple that turns into a hard lump under the skin is often nodular acne or an inflamed cyst. Consider contacting us today for questions. A pimple that starts out small and then hardens into a deep, tender lump under the skin can be frustrating, especially when it refuses to come to a head. This … Read more
Diagnosed with skin cancer and wondering about Mohs surgery? Learn how the procedure works, what to expect, and why precision matters. Receiving a diagnosis of skin cancer — even a highly treatable form — can feel overwhelming. One of the first questions many patients ask after a diagnosis is what treatment looks like. If your … Read more
