At Skin Doctor SA, we use sophisticated software from DermEngine to take digital images of your entire body’s skin.
Using revolutionary photography technology, we create a comprehensive record of all your moles, allowing us to monitor changes over time.
A cutting-edge approach recommended by the Melanoma Institute Australia for high-risk patients.
By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, your skin checks smarter than ever. Your moles will be mapped to your virtual 3D body map, where your Doctor, Melanographer and the system can work together to track any changes over time.
We then use these images as comparisons at your subsequent appointments enabling your doctor to quickly identify any mole changes for follow-up evaluation.
Alongside a skin cancer check performed by your Doctor or Melanographer, Total Body Photography is the most effective method to detect skin cancers earlier, enabling faster and less invasive procedures for suspicious lesions in the future.
There are many reasons why Total Body Photography may be a good idea for you. It supports the imaging of all of your moles, provides reassurance- professionals work to detect any concerns as early as possible to reduce the risk of unnecessary procedures, and it is quick to have done.
Certain factors may increase your chances of developing skin cancer. Patients with any number of risk factors may benefit from Total Body Photography in addition to regular self skin checks.
Some risk factors include:
- Having many moles (more than 50) or large moles (more than 1cm in diameter)
- A personal history of skin cancer
- Having an immunosuppresive condition or taking any immunosuppressive medication
- A family history of skin cancer
- Having extensive sun damage to your skin
- A history of using sunbeds
What to Expect from your Appointment
- You will be provided a brief overview of the appointment.
- You will need to disrobe.
- You will be slowly guided through the poses to ensure that your skin is imaged at a comfortable pace.
- The information will be securely recorded in the system.
- If a suspicious mole is noticed, a magnified image of your skin with a dermoscope will be taken to review the mole in greater detail.
You Will Be Asked to Stand in Positions Like These
Helpful Tips for Your Appointment
- Make sure your skin is moisturized and not dry the day of imaging. A suntan or sunburn can change the appearance of moles on your skin for Total Body Photography. Always practice good sun safety.
- If you wish to shave or wax before your check-up, please do so several days beforehand so that any small pimples, scabs or ingrown hairs have proper time to heal.
- If you can avoid having fake tan on as this can change the look of some moles.
- When you arrive you will be asked to remove jewellery and make up, and tie up long hair.
Between appointments remember to check your skin. Perform a self-exam every 1 – 3 months to help you know your moles and notice any potential changes over time. If you notice any new changes, make an appointment with us.