What is a dermatologist (and what can they do for me)?

A solid skincare regime is of course essential to the preservation of skin health. Without the right skin care, your complexion won’t receive the nourishment it needs to stay in tip top condition. Taking care of your skin will also help to prevent the common skin problems that can hold skin health back, including acne, dryness, inflammation and uneven tone.

Skin care is important for so many reasons, and could even influence your mental, physical and emotional health.

While most individuals use trial and error to decipher a skincare routine that works for them, calling on an expert could save you a lot of time and hassle. In this blog post, we share more about the role of a dermatologist, and what they could do for you and your skin.

Introducing the dermatologist

A dermatologist specialises in the medical diagnosis and treatment of the skin, hair and nails. As the largest organ in the human body, your skin deserves care and attention, and that’s where booking an appointment with one of our seasoned dermatologists will come in handy.

From skin care to cancer

Our consultant dermatologists are here to support you with skin, hair and nail health. Whether you have a specific ailment that you need help with or are looking to established a personalised treatment plan that improves skin health as a whole, our dermatologists can assist.

We have experience treating and managing the symptoms of a wide range of skin conditions, including but not limited to acne, eczema, psoriasis and nail disorders. Our specialists are also experts in hair loss (or alopecia), and offer several treatment options to support those with partial or complete loss of hair from the scalp or other parts of the body.

Preventing skin issues

It’s not just treatment that our consultant dermatologists can help with, our skin check service provides a lifeline for those looking to monitor overall skin health and detect more serious issues (like skin cancer) early. The early detection and treatment of skin cancer is after all important, with most types of skin cancer able to be fully cured if spotted quickly. Without early detection, cancerous lesions can spread with potentially life-threatening consequences.

Book your consultation today

Discover the many advantages of working with a dermatologist for yourself by booking a consultation with one of our experienced doctors today.