Category: General Dermatology

Best Sunblock For Women

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tizo-sunblockWhat is the best sunblock for women? Tizo3 is our number one rated facial block among women in our practice. This sunscreen lotion gives you physical protection in a mineral based sunblock with a light tint. Tizo3 is free of chemicals and parabens making it ideal for all skin types. Women enjoy this sunblock because they get the most protection needed without leaving the skin with a white chalky appearance.
Tizo3 has a soft, silky texture and gives the skin a nice matte finish making this sunblock a great makeup primer as well. At Jupiter Dermatology & Hair Restoration, we strongly recommend using Tizo3 sunblock on a daily basis. Using a good sunblock can help prevent premature aging caused by UVA and UVB rays.

Dermatologic Surgery For A Fish Bone

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Dr. Mejia performed dermatologic surgery on a patient that got a fish bone embedded inside his finger while boating. Besides treating skin conditions and providing services for skin rejuvenation, he is able to provide dermatologic surgery in the office as well.

Happy Holiday

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Jupiter Dermatology Holiday Party With Staff
Jupiter Dermatology Office Holiday Party

To all our patients and friends, we wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and Happy Holiday. We hope your wishes come true for this coming year. We thank you for all your support and look forward to servicing you in the best possible way in the upcoming year.

Wishing you also the best in health and well being for your families.

Hand Eczema As Occupational Disease

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Hand eczema is a common problem which typically presents with red scaly and or crusting swollen skin. The problem can be due to a variety of topical irritants or chemicals or may be due to an allergy due to occupational exposure.  In fact, studies show that hand eczema is the most common occupational disease, and accounts for up to 80 percent of all cases of skin inflammation.  This article on Kosa-TV

Dr. Mejia states that hand eczema can be cured if the source of the allergen is identified. He typically sees many patient in which the problem is exacerbated by overwashing of the hands and failure to moisturize. Allergy skin testing can be done to identify the most common allergens which may be responsible for the eruption.  Dr Mejia further emphasizes to his patients the importance of daily moisturization and a proper evaluation to identify the exacerbating culprit.

Sunblock Recommendations

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Blue Lizard s a physical sun block with the active ingredients zinc oxide & titanium oxide. These two ingredients will give you the best protection from both UVA & UVB rays. Dr. Mejia recommends Blue Lizard Sunblock for children and those who are out boating, fishing, surfing, or participating in any other outdoor activities.

Sport UV Defense SPF 45 by Skinceuticals is a waterproof and sweatproof lightweight sunblock. With zinc oxide as an active ingredient, this sunblock will give you ideal protection from the sun. Dr. Mejia recommends Sport UV Defense for active lifestyles and vigorous outdoor activities.

TIZO-3SPF 40 is an elegant daily defense for the face that provides superb photo protection and is also water resistant. Dr. Mejia recommends TIZO-3 for all women. The elegant silky texture doesn’t leave the skin heavy or greasy and is perfect under all makeup. TIZO-3 leaves your skin smooth and soft with a beautiful matte finish.

Active UV Defense SPF 15. Everyone needs protection from the sun, even if you are commuting from your car to the office or carpooling the kids. Dr. Mejia recommends Active UV Defense for day to day activities with minimal sun exposure.

Obaji-C Sunguard SPF 30  is an ultrasheer z-cote for ideal sun protection. Dr. Mejia recommends Obagi-C Sunguard for teens and young adults. With a combination of Vitamin C antioxidant and zinc oxide Obagi-C Sungauard helps prevent premature aging and fight free radical damage.

What Is Molluscum Contagiosum?

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Molluscum contagiosum is a common skin disease caused by a virus which affects the top layers of the skin. The name molluscum contagiosum implies that the virus develops growths that are easily spread by skin contact. Similar to warts, this virus belongs to the poxvirus family and enters the skin through small breaks of hair follicles. It does not affect any internal organs.

What do mollusum look like?
Molluscum are usually small flesh-colored or pink dome-shaped growths that often become red or inflamed. They may appear shiny and have a small indentation in the center. Because they can spread by skin-to-skin contact, molluscum are usually found in areas of skin that touch each other such as the folds in the arm or the groin. They are also found in clusters on the chest, abdomen, and buttocks and can involve the face and eyelids.

In people with immune system diseases, the molluscum may be very large in size and number, especially on the face. To confirm the diagnosis of molluscum, a dermatologist might scrape some cells from the growth and look at them under a microscope. Continue reading “What Is Molluscum Contagiosum?” →

All About Warts Treatments

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What are warts?

Warts are non-cancerous skin growths caused by a viral infection in the top layer of the skin. Viruses that cause warts are called human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts are usually skin-colored and feel rough to the touch, but they can be dark, flat and smooth. The appearance of a wart depends on where it is growing.

How many kinds of warts are there?

There are several different kinds of warts including:

Common warts
Foot (Plantar) warts
Flat warts
Common warts
Continue reading “All About Warts Treatments” →

Habits for Healthy Skin

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Body Mole Map Developed by American Academy of Dermatologist
Body Mole Map Developed by American Academy of Dermatologist
3 Habits Parents Should Encourage for a Lifetime of Healthier Skin
Practices that we learn early in life, such as brushing our teeth twice a day and washing our hands before eating, often become lifelong habits. To help children have a lifetime of healthier skin, dermatologist recommend that parents encourage the following habits at an early age:

1. Practice Sun Protection
Protecting a child’s skin from overexposure to the sun can significantly reduce the child’s lifetime risk of skin cancer. Some studies suggest that sun protection in children may even reduce the number of moles that develop. Fewer moles can reduce the lifetime risk of developing melanoma, a potentially deadly skin cancer. Continue reading “Habits for Healthy Skin” →

Moles in Children: What Parents Should Know

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Moles on a young child’s skin are generally nothing to worry about. It is normal for new moles to appear during childhood and adolescence. Moles will grow as the child grows. Some moles will darken, and others will lighten. These changes are expected in children and seldom a sign of melanoma — a type of skin cancer that can begin in a mole.

While melanoma is rare in young children, it is helpful for parents to know that there are different types of moles. Most moles are harmless, but there are a few types that should be examined by a dermatologist just to be sure. The following guide explains why.

A Parent’s Guide to Moles
Common mole. Also referred to as a beauty mark or acquired nevus (mole), a common mole is harmless. Most moles that develop on a child’s skin are common moles.

Common moles appear during childhood and adolescence. These moles arise on skin that gets sun exposure and begin as a flat, round spot that is one color throughout. As the child grows, this benign (non-cancerous) mole grows symmetrically. This is, both sides look the same. A benign mole may rise above the surface of the skin and can lighten over time. During puberty, however, benign moles generally darken. Regardless of whether a mole lightens or darkens, the color stays uniform throughout. By the time a child become an adult, there are typically 12 to 20 common moles on the skin. Few benign moles develop after 30 years of age. Continue reading “Moles in Children: What Parents Should Know” →