A skin exam in Plano is a life-saving treatment that can address a variety of skin concerns, including:
Coming into McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery at least once a year for a skin check can help us catch skin problems early and develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Although they only last 10 minutes, a skin check-up can be nerve-wracking. To help you feel calmer, we’ll explain the process in detail.
Step 1: Meeting Your Dermatologist
You will always be cared for by a board-certified dermatologist or physician’s assistant who can identify, diagnose, and treat a range of conditions related to your hair, skin, and nails. Before we begin, we walk you through exactly what happens during the exam and lay out a “blueprint” so you feel well-informed. Next, we listen intently to your skin concerns and review your medical history.
Step 2: Assessing Your Skin
Once you’re ready, we provide a hospital gown for you to change into. We start by looking at the most common areas for skin cancer, including:
- Face
- Neck
- Scalp
- Nose
- Arms
- Legs
- Back
These areas are more often exposed to harmful UV rays that can damage DNA in your skin and cause abnormal cells to form.
Next, we examine areas of the body where cancer may spread, including:
- Armpits
- Anus
- Genitals
- Between your toes
- Chest
Step 3: Discussion and Next Steps
Your dermatologist points out any skin abnormalities that they find and create a plan with you for treatment. If they detect skin cancer, they will discuss removal options like Mohs surgery, a highly effective treatment that removes thin layers of skin one at a time until they find cancer-free tissue.
If they don’t detect any abnormalities, they will give personalized advice and recommend skin treatments to optimize your skin health.
Take 10 Minutes to Enhance Skin Health
A skin exam in Plano only lasts 10 minutes, but the relief afterward lasts far longer. To schedule your yearly checkup, request an appointment.
Alternatively, you can try our treatment planning tool.
