Annual Skin Cancer Screenings

You need to take charge of your health. You should be aware of preventative measures that you can take to stay on top of what is going on with your body. Visiting your regular physician at least once a year, getting vision checkups on an annual basis, and seeing your dentist regularly are all ways that you can take care of yourself. If you are fortunate, your care will help you to avoid illness. When it comes to taking the proper preventative measures for your health, your skin care should be no exception. Getting vital screenings is another important choice you can make. An annual skin cancer screening should be an appointment that you make every year. It’s a wise move that can really pay off in the future.

Why Get an Annual Skin Cancer Screening?

Simply put, annual skin cancer screening is an effective way to make sure that your skin is healthy. As an organ that covers your body from head to toe, it gets the most exposure to the harmful rays of the sun. Exposure to sunlight increases your risk of developing skin cancer. The earlier that you detect any abnormalities with your skin, the easier it is to treat the problem. When skin cancer is eliminated in its earliest stages, you can spare yourself disfigurement or the potential for a more life-threatening form of cancer. Most importantly, you can rest easy when you know that you are taking care of yourself.

What Will Happen During Your Skin Cancer Screening?

You’ll come into our office for your screening. At Metro Dermatology, skin care is our specialty, and we take your health seriously. Your annual skin cancer screenings should consist of evaluating your skin from your scalp to your toes. This is because skin cancer can appear on any part of your body; it doesn’t have to be exposed to the sun. For your own sense of security, you can request that all areas are evaluated to make sure there is nothing irregular appearing on your skin. Moles will be closely evaluated to look for changes in color, shape, and size. If you have any sores on your skin that will not heal, they may be evaluated to check if they are cancerous. If our dermatologist finds anything of concern, a biopsy can be performed in order to test for cancer. Our doctor will discuss your options for removal if you do have any cancerous spots on your skin. In some cases, spots may be removed as a precautionary measure. If you are at high risk for skin cancer or you have had skin cancer in the past, you may need to have screenings more often to ensure optimal skin health for you.

Ask Your Doctor About an Annual Skin Cancer Screening Today

Your skin matters to you, and keeping it healthy matters to the experts at Metro Dermatology. Take the time to talk with us about scheduling your annual skin cancer screening. This is your opportunity to make sure your skin is in tiptop shape. If there are any problems, you can get them taken care of right away to spare yourself bigger problems later on. We have several convenient locations in Flushing, Elmhurst and Bronx, NY, and we also serve patients in the Englewood, NJ areas with both cosmetic and medical dermatological care. To take charge of your skin care with annual skin cancer screenings, contact us today to schedule your consultation.