By Dr. Renata Prado Board certified dermatologist & fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon You have a big occasion coming up: prom, graduation, wedding. You think you will look a lot better with a glowing tan, and sign up for indoor tanning. I am here to tell you why this is a very bad idea. I can start […]
Dermatology
Pre-Cancerous Spot: Is Actinic Keratosis serious?
You go to the dermatologist with some concerning spot, and you’re told that you have Actinic Keratosis (AK) or Actinic Keratoses (plural). The good news is…you don’t have skin cancer. . . yet. Approximately 58 million Americans have at least one AK, so you are not alone. Actinic keratosis is a common precancer on the […]
How to Find the Best Dermatologist in Colorado
If you are in Colorado and are looking for the best dermatologist in the area, there are plenty to choose from – but how do you know who to turn to? Why see a board-certified dermatologist? A dermatologist specializes in treating the hair, skin, and nails. When looking for the right dermatologist or the best […]
Looking for the Best Dermatologists in Colorado
A dermatologist specializes in treating the hair, skin, and nails. When looking for the right dermatologist or the best dermatologist, you should begin by determining if the dermatologist is board certified. Board-certified dermatologists went to college and then graduated medical school. They then did an internship and three years of dermatology residency which is training […]
Sunburn Remedies
Summer is here and that means many of us will be spending a lot of time outdoors, enjoying the warm weather. It also means that some of us will get sunburned. Sunburned skin is red, inflamed, and painful. Badly sunburned skin can blister and peel. While it is essential to protect yourself from getting sunburned, […]
Most Commonly Recommended Products for Patients with Acne
For people who have persistent acne, it is a struggle to find the right skincare regimen. There are varying degrees of severity of a person’s acne, from an occasional pimple to cystic acne with large pimples. These can be painful, embarrassing, and cause scarring. Depending on the type and severity of acne, Vanguard’s dermatologists will […]
Is Skin Cancer Genetic?
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. With estimates ranging from 3 to 5M cases per year, skin cancer is more common than breast, colon, lung, or prostate cancer all combined. This type of cancer occurs when skin cells begin to grow abnormally in the outer layer of the skin […]