What Is Medical Dermatology?

If you’re struggling with skin conditions and concerns, Dr. Tamara Moss and the team at Moss Dermatology in Forest Hills, NY offer medical dermatology to provide the treatment you need.

What Is Medical Dermatology

Often, when people think about visiting a dermatologist, they think about cosmetic procedures. These are procedures that are specifically geared toward improving the appearance of your skin, such as treating fine lines and wrinkles. The goal is typically to achieve a more youthful appearance.

Medical dermatology, on the other hand, is focused on treating skin conditions. While treating these conditions can improve your appearance, the goal is to treat a specific disease or other condition and improve your skin health.

While many dermatologists offer both types of procedures, not all do. It’s important to understand the differences so that you can seek care from the right specialist. Dr. Moss and the team at Moss Dermatology of Forest Hills, NY share the conditions and treatments available in medical dermatology below to help.

What Does a Medical Dermatologist Treat?

Medical dermatologists can treat a wide range of issues and conditions of the skin, including those below.

• Acne: Acne doesn’t just affect your appearance. It can be very uncomfortable and leave scars behind. In addition to being caused by poor skin hygiene, acne can also develop due to health issues, medication, and more.
• Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a condition in which new skin cells develop faster than they should and build up.
• Eczema: Eczema is caused by a combination of issues in the skin’s protective barrier and a reaction of the immune system. It leads to rashes, dry skin, and more.
• Vitiligo: This condition is characterized by light patches of skin caused by a loss of melanin in that area.
• Warts: Warts aren’t dangerous, but they can be painful and irritating.
• Melasma: In some cases, people develop patches of brown skin due to genetics, birth control pills, and more.
• Skin cancer: Skin cancer is a common issue, but it is highly treatable in the early stages.

What Types of Treatment Techniques Do Medical Dermatologists Provide?

The exact techniques vary depending on the provider and the patient’s needs. However, some treatments include:

• Topical treatments
• Oral medications
• Steroid injections
• Wart removal
• Laser therapy

If you have any skin health concerns, schedule an appointment with Dr. Moss and the medical dermatology team at Moss Dermatology of Forest Hills, NY by calling (718) 268-3161.