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Congenital Nevi (Moles)/Birthmarks
 When a child is born with a birthmark, parents are often at a loss for what to do. They want it gone, immediately! They want to know what interventions are possible and what the outcome is likely to be. The physicians at Advanced DermCare have many years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of birthmarks of all types. Parents can look forward to knowledgeable discussion of treatment options and state of the art care so that you know your child will have the best possible outcome. We offer specialized laser treatment that is particularly useful for many types of birthmarks.
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Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis
This is a common childhood problem, but being common does not make it easy for parents or for the child with an itchy rash. Our physicians will work with parents to develop the best possible treatment plan for the child while working with them to try to get to the root cause of the problem. This multifaceted approach deals with both the symptoms as well as helping to ensure that the underlying problem is addressed as well.
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Diaper Dermatitis
Most kids have diaper rash at some point in their early lives. For most it is a nuisance, but for others it can be a real problem that persists. The physicians at Advanced DermCare have a variety of treatment regimes that will improve even the most persistent cases of diaper dermatitis. In addition, our staff will work with you to make sure that you understand what causes this problem so that you can begin making the proper steps to improve you child’s health.
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Acne
 The physicians at Advanced DermCare have a number of new and innovative treatments to help your teenager cope with this problem that can erode self esteem and make kids feel terribly self-conscious. Cleansers, facials, topical preparations, oral medication and laser treatments are all part of our treatment options for acne. Don’t wait a minute more than is necessary – begin the treatment so your child does not have to suffer.
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Hemangiomas of infancy
Hemangiomas are a type of birthmark that occur in about 10% of children. While they are often visible at birth, some hemangiomas will take several weeks or months to become visible. They are usually found on the face, head or neck and affect girls more often than boys. Once they begin to appear, they usually continue to grow for a period of between 6 to 18 months. Traditionally, parents are told, “Just leave it alone and it will go away by itself.” This is not always true, and it is often not good advice. While some hemangiomas will resolve by themselves over a period of months or years, some will not. For those that will not, sometimes treatment should be started sooner rather than later. The only way to know is to consult a specialist. Very rarely, hemangiomas can pose a serious health threat. If you or your child has a hemangioma, the physicians at Advanced DermCare can provide you with information about the type of lesion and the best approach to treatment. We will work with you to provide that treatment in the most professional and competent manner possible, or will refer you to a plastic surgeon if that is the best approach given your specific situation. For more information about hemangioma, click here: http://www.hemangiomatreatment.org/
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Port wine stains
Port wine stains are found in approximately 0.3% of births and occur as often in males as in females. They may cause disfiguring purple discoloration of the face. Recent discoveries has shown that at least some types of port wine stains are the result of a problem with the nerves that control blood vessels in the area where the stain is found. These faulty nerves don’t signal the blood vessels to constrict properly, causing blood to pool in the affected area. Laser treatments may be effective on these areas to reduce the amount of pooling and discoloration. http://www.birthmark.org/port_wine_stains.php
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Warts
 Warts are very common growths that usually appear on the skin of the hands, feet, knees or elbows of children and young adults. However, they can appear anywhere on the body of any age individual. Warts are caused by a virus know as HPV, or human papilloma virus. They are contagious and may take as long as 12 months after exposure to appear. There are a variety of treatment options available for people who suffer from warts. Your Advanced DermCare physician will examine the warts and their location in order to make the best possible choice of treatment for you. http://dermnetnz.org/viral/viral-warts.html
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Molluscum Contagiosum
These raised, pearly white lesions are caused by a virus that is very contagious and is spread by direct contact. The lesions can be found anywhere on the body except the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet. For most people, the lesions will disappear by themselves some months after they appear. However, because molluscum are so contagious, and there are other problems that look similar to molluscum, the diagnosis needs to be made by a knowledgeable healthcare provider in order to be certain of the treatment and to minimize spread to others.
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