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Patients in Walnut Creek ask about treatment options after they present with skin cancer symptoms

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Your skin is one of the most common places for cancer to occur. When patients come into office with symptoms of skin cancer, we begin the process by taking a complete medical history including your level of sun exposure and whether you have a family history of skin conditions. We will want to know when the spot developed and if it has changed in size or color. We will perform a thorough skin exam and check the surrounding lymph nodes. A biopsy can be done to confirm if the spot is cancerous. This involves surgically removing a portion of the … Continue reading

Walnut Creek dermatologist explains Mohs surgery as a treatment for skin cancer

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Skin cancer affects more than 3.3 million Americans each year. With such a high incidence rate, Dr. Christine Lee offers screenings, diagnosis, and a range of treatment options for skin cancer. Located in Walnut Creek, The Skin and Laser Treatment Center offers Mohs micrographic surgery as a treatment for skin cancer. What is Mohs surgery? Mohs surgery was developed in 1938 by Frederic E. Mohs, a general surgeon. It is a microscopically controlled procedure to treat skin cancer. Layers of tissue are removed and examined separately to search for cancer cells. If found, the next layer of skin tissue is … Continue reading

Walnut Creek area professional offers skin cancer screenings, diagnosis, and treatment

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Dr. Christine Lee is a dermatologist who can assist patients in a variety of situations, including those who are worried about the development or treatment of skin cancer. Walnut Creek area patients are welcome to call her practice for screenings, diagnosis, and treatment of several different types of skin cancer. Screenings We encourage patients to be proactive about their skin care. This includes visiting a dermatologist once a year for a head-to-toe evaluation to check for areas of concern that may indicate the development of skin cancer. Screenings in our office and allow our team to evaluate the skin and … Continue reading

Patients in Walnut Creek learn how to identify symptoms of skin cancer

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Over 5.4 million people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year. As a visible disease, we can easily spot the symptoms of skin cancer. Dr. Christine Lee and her team at The East Bay Laser & Skin Care Center in Walnut Creek, CA, educate and treat patients with skin cancer. Types of skin cancer There are three common forms of skin cancer. Basal cell carcinomas are irregular lesions on the epidermis. Often caused by regular exposure to the sun, these lesions appear as open sores, red patches, growths, shiny bumps, or scars.Squamous cell carcinomas may appear as open sores, scaly … Continue reading

Exploring skin cancer treatment with your Walnut Creek dermatologist

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Exploring skin cancer treatment with Dr. Lee

Individuals who suspect they may have skin cancer expect to be handled with gentleness and thoroughness. At The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute, this is what you get. Dr. Lee is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, a trained Mohs surgeon, and a physician who takes a personal interest in helping each patient. To discover your options in skin cancer treatment, schedule a visit to our Walnut Creek practice for an in-depth examination of your skin. Options for skin cancer treatment Excision Standard excision is a method that has been used for many years. It is appropriate for … Continue reading

East Bay dermatologist offers may proven, precise ways to treat skin cancer

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Dr. Christine Lee spends most of her time on surgical procedures, treating patients who travel from all over the world for her specialized expertise. Skin cancer One of every 3 cancers diagnosed is either a melanoma or non-melanoma skin cancer. One in every 5 Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer in his or her lifetime. Closer to home, 2 Californians will die from melanoma each day. Skin cancer is highly preventable and highly curable if caught early. Dr. Lee offers many different surgical procedures, which have a reputation for being precise ways to treat even recurrent or complex cancers. … Continue reading

Finding a Mohs surgery specialist near me in the East Bay community

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Skin cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the United States. Luckily, it is also one of the easiest to diagnose and treat. Dr. Christine Lee of The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute can help with diagnosis, treatment, and even prevention of skin cancer for patients who visit her practice. She encourages patients to take good care of their skin and avoid tanning beds while also using sunscreen to protect their skin every day from harmful UV rays. She provides annual skin cancer screenings, checking patients from head to toe for any unusual skin tags, moles, or … Continue reading

Walnut Creek area dermatologist can perform Mohs surgery on the nose and other areas of the face

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

When patients in the Walnut Creek area get news that they have skin cancer, they may be devastated. However, skin cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed types of cancer and the easiest to address. Skin cancer is visible, so early detection is possible when patients pay close attention to changes or developments on their skin that may be concerning. Dr. Christine Lee of The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute encourages patients to visit their dermatologist when they have unusual or changing lesions, wounds, moles, warts, or other concerns. This can help fast-track patients through the diagnosis and treatment … Continue reading

Lafayette area dermatologist describes Mohs micrographic surgery

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Mohs micrographic surgery has become the most popular and effective method of removing skin cancer. Dr. Christine Lee of the Walnut Creek and Lafayette area believes that patients can enjoy the benefits of Mohs micrographic surgery’s 97% cure rate at her practice, The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute. Dr. Christine Lee uses Mohs surgery on patients who have cancerous skin cells on some of the most exposed areas of the face, as it requires the removal of the least amount of healthy skin compared to alternative solutions. This method is commonly used: Around the eyesNoseLipsEars Depending on the size of … Continue reading

How can Cellulaze help East Bay residents with cellulite?

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

The appearance of cellulite can be embarrassing for patients of all ages. While many believe that cellulite development has to do with age and weight, it has nothing to do with these conditions. Collagen fibers connecting the fat cells to the skin break down, pull tight, or stretch, causing the fat to bulge under the skin. These pockets can result in the dimpled, rippled appearance on the skin that we know as cellulite. For years, companies have come out with creams, exercises, and even massaging techniques that claim to reduce the appearance of cellulite. However, none has been proven to … Continue reading

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