Acne typically begins during adolescence, when hormonal changes cause the enlargement and obstruction of sebaceous glands in the skin. These glands can rupture into the surrounding dermal tissue causing inflammation, which is made worse by the build-up of bacteria. This then causes the typical painful, pustular inflamed lesions that can appear on the face (predominantly), … Read more
Welcome Dr Lynton Stephens to our Clinic Dr Stephens has an extensive background working exclusively in skin cancer medicine and is especially skilled in complex surgical procedures of the skin. He is interested in the broad range of skin cancer pathology and possible treatments, including curettage and cautery, non surgical, and flaps and grafts. Dr … Read more
Regular skin checks play a crucial role in maintaining your overall health, as they enable the early detection of skin cancer and other skin related issues. Many people overlook the importance of monitoring changes in their skin, but a simple skin check can save lives. By … Read more
Mole Removal Guide Traditionally, if you wanted to have a mole removed, you would have two choices: Leave it alone Have it surgically cut out There are now a number of modern alternative mole removal solutions using new technologies. In comparison with the traditional scalpel skin excision, they present a…
What is RFMN and how does it help your skin? RFMN is an innovative skin treatment which uses microscopic needles to penetrate the skin to a certain depth and deliver radio wave energy and heat to a specific area within the dermis of the skin. The energy and heat from…
Today everyone wants to look younger and have beautiful skin. Sometimes however, unsightly moles, skin tags or other raised lesions are the features first noticed by others. Until recently there have been only two options for dealing with moles – leave them alone, or have them surgically excised with a…
The creams in our clinic are of prescription-only strength because of their scientifically-proven mechanism of action and efficacy. Skin Doctor SA has developed its own skin repair products, based on recent peer-reviewed dermatological, therapeutic and scientific principles. Book your appointment with Dr Ron Louis for a skin consult and he…
The creams in our clinic are of prescription-only strength because of their scientifically-proven mechanism of action and efficacy. Skin Doctor SA has developed its own skin repair products, based on recent peer-reviewed dermatological, therapeutic and scientific principles. Book your appointment with Dr Ron Louis for a skin consult and he…
A “hairy” tale about moles and melanomas. This mole was discovered on the scalp of a 50 year old woman by her hairdresser. This is a reminder that moles and melanomas can occur anywhere on the body, including; scalp soles of the feet and between toes genital areas i.e not…
The creams in our clinic are of prescription-only strength because of their scientifically-proven mechanism of action and efficacy. Skin Doctor SA has developed its own skin repair products, based on recent peer-reviewed dermatological, therapeutic and scientific principles. Book your appointment with Dr Ron Louis for a skin consult and he…
