At Beacon Skin & Surgeries, we understand the importance of proactive skin health. One area of focus is actinic keratosis (AK), a common skin condition that can signal the presence of pre-cancerous cells. With the right knowledge and treatment options, we can help...
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Skin Cancer in Unexpected Places: Scalp, Nails, and Folds
When we think about skin cancer, our minds often drift to the more visible areas of our bodies, such as the face and arms. However, skin cancer in unexpected places can also develop, making awareness and education crucial. At Beacon Skin & Surgeries in Michigan,...
Mohs Surgery Recovery: What to Expect Week by Week
Mohs Surgery Recovery: What to Expect Week by Week Wondering what Mohs surgery recovery is really like — how long the healing process takes, whether it hurts, what the wound looks like as it closes, and when you'll look and feel like yourself again? This...
Summer Skin Treatments Survival Guide
June is the gateway to summer - longer days, warmer weather, and plenty of sunshine. While many of us enjoy spending more time outdoors, your skin might not share the same enthusiasm. Increased sun exposure, heat, and humidity can lead to common skin issues like...
Skin Biopsies: What to Expect
During office visits at dermatology offices, providers often recommend performing a skin biopsy. Oftentimes when referring to the term biopsy, it may be a stressful thing to hear because biopsies are usually associated with cancer. However, biopsies are not always...
Understanding Skin Cancer
Understanding Skin Cancer: Facts, Prevention, and Early Detection Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, with millions of cases diagnosed each year. However, it is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, making it...
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, an annual time of year aimed at raising awareness about skin cancer and educating individuals to take steps to protect their skin. Since skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, it is of the utmost...
What to expect at an annual full body skin exam
If you have read any of our past blog posts, you know that at Beacon Skin & Surgeries we are passionate about preventing skin cancer. Sun protection is just one piece of the equation to skin cancer prevention. Many of us can relate to being irresponsible when it...
SKIN CANCER AWARENESS
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month! Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, with over 5 million cases diagnosed every year. Although skin cancer is very prevalent, it is also easily preventable and curable if detected early! If you know our...