Cosmetic and Surgical Dermatology Associates can address mild to severe skin concerns, including acne, rosacea, skin rashes, bacterial infection, warts and diseases of the nails and hair. Whether your condition is noticeable to others or not, treatment can improve the appearance of your skin and your self-esteem.

Acne
Life should be experienced with confidence. Advances in acne treatment provide sufferers of acne with options for managing the skin disorder like never before. Whether you are experiencing acne as an adult or adolescent, the effects on your self-esteem can lead to social anxiety and even depression. Because of psychological effects and the possibility of scarring, acne should never be dismissed as a minor condition that will be outgrown.

Each patient’s experience with acne is unique and a customized treatment plan should be developed with a professional’s guidance. Depending on the severity and type of acne, treatment could include a chemical peel, laser resurfacing, Vibradermabrasion and Vibrafusion, microdermabrasion or even just a specified cleansing routine.  A consultation appointment can be made through Cosmetic and Surgical Dermatology Associates with Dr. Ratz or one of our trained aestheticians, through which we can evaluate your skin condition and discuss therapy options.

Rosacea
Rosacea is a skin disorder with symptoms consisting of redness on the cheeks, chin, nose or forehead, small visible blood vessels or bumps on the face and sometimes watery, irritated eyes. Like acne patients, rosacea patients can experience a lowered self-confidence and sometimes avoid social interactions because of their skin condition. While rosacea cannot be cured, the symptoms can be controlled and our medical professionals can help you develop a course of treatment.

Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes symptoms of thick, red skin covered by silvery, scale-like patches. The areas usually affected are the elbows, knees, legs, lower back and scalp. While it is normal for skin cells to die and flake off over the time of a few weeks, skin suffering from psoriasis goes through this life cycle in a matter of days. Psoriasis can cause discomfort, pain and emotional distress. While there is no total cure for psoriasis treatments can offer significant relief and put the skin condition into a remission.

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