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SkinCarePhysicians.com provides patients with up-to-date information on the treatment and management of disorders of the skin, hair and nails. Patients and health care professionals may utilize this Web site as a resource for educational literature and health guideline descriptions.

SkinCarePhysicians.com was developed by the American Academy of Dermatology specifically for patients and health professionals to use as a resource for up-to-date information on the treatment and management of skin diseases.

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Moles in Children: What Parents Should Know
Moles on a young child’s skin are generally nothing to worry about. It is normal for new moles to appear during childhood and adolescence. Moles will grow as the child grows. Some moles will darken, and others will lighten. These changes are expected in children and seldom a sign of melanoma — a type of skin cancer that can begin in a mole. (more...)

3 Habits Parents Should Encourage for a Lifetime of Healthier Skin
Practices that we learn early in life, such as brushing our teeth twice a day and washing our hands before eating, often become lifelong habits. To help children have a lifetime of healthier skin, dermatologist recommend that parents encourage the following habits at an early age. (more...)


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