When should you visit a dermatologist for care? The answer might surprise you.

While you may visit your primary doctor once a year for your annual checkup, you may not think about the benefits of turning to our Arlington, Bridgewater, Morristown, NJ, dermatologists for checkups. Wondering how often you should visit our dermatologists? Well, that really depends on your skincare goals. Here is a breakdown to help you decide how often you should come into our practice,

Skin Cancer Screenings

Everyone should visit our Arlington, Bridgewater, Morristown, NJ, dermatologists at least once a year for a skin cancer screening. Those with a higher risk for skin cancer may want to turn to us every six months for screenings. Talk with our team to learn about risk factors to determine how often you should be coming in for a skin cancer evaluation. In between checkups, you should still be examining your skin on your own. We can show you what to look for when you come in for your next screening so you can also do it yourself.

Comprehensive Dermatology Checkups

Most healthy individuals who are dealing with acne or other preexisting skin problems can typically get away with visiting our Arlington, Bridgewater, Morristown, NJ, dermatologists once a year for a thorough checkup. Of course, if you are dealing with certain skin problems like psoriasis or hair loss, you may want to turn to us for treatment.

Acne Treatment

Acne is one of the most common chronic skin disorders that our Arlington, Bridgewater, Morristown, NJ, dermatologists treat and we see it in everyone from young children and teens to adults and even seniors. Acne can happen to anyone. So if you are being treated by our team for acne you may need to come into our office every couple of months to make sure your treatment is working and that you’re happy with the result. If you are dealing with acne symptoms that aren’t responding to home care, then you’ll also benefit from coming into our office for an evaluation.

Are you looking for a dermatologist in Mt. Arlington, Bridgewater, or Morristown, NJ, that can provide your skin with the care it needs to look and feel its best? Whether you are dealing with acne or you simply want to go through a comprehensive skin evaluation, call Affiliated Dermatologists at (973) 267-0300 to schedule an appointment.