Information About Medical Dermatology Services

Acne is a prevalent skin condition that affects both teenagers and adults but can be dramatically improved with tailored treatments and medication.

Actinic keratosis is a tender scaly or rough patch that appears on the surface of the skin after too much sun exposure and is considered precancerous.

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer that affects approximately 1 in 5 people and can be treated with surgery and therapies.

Cysts are sac-like growths or lumps beneath the skin filled with keratin that can form anywhere on the body.

Herpes simplex, also known as cold sores or fever blisters, are blemishes that appear near or around the mouth. They are often inflamed and painful.

Dermatitis is a common itchy skin condition that can affect patients throughout the year and is caused by a variety of factors.

Dysplastic nevi are moles that are noncancerous but can be mistaken for melanoma, which is why it's important to have a thorough skin assessment.

Eczema is an itchy inflammation of the skin that can be caused by numerous factors, resulting in red or scaly patches on various areas of the body.

Hair loss or alopecia can occur in both female and male patients and with an accurate diagnosis, it can usually be treated.

Hidradenitis suppurativa is an inflammatory skin condition that forms painful bumps under the skin and causes discomfort among patients.

Keratosis pilaris is characterized by the appearance of nonpainful red bumps that emerge along the upper arms, cheeks, buttocks, and/or thighs.

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops when pigment-producing cells mutate and become cancerous and can be located anywhere on the body.

Melasma is characterized by symmetrical brown spots that occur on the forehead, nose, cheeks, or upper lip. It is a form of hyperpigmentation.

Psoriasis is a common skin condition that forms well-circumscribed plaques that can be treated by a number of treatment options.

Poison ivy is an itchy rash that occurs after your skin comes into contact with the toxin on the plant that is commonly found outdoors.

Lesion removal is the surgical process of removing unwanted skin growths such as cysts, warts, skin tags, and moles.

Typically mistaken for other skin conditions, rosacea causes redness and inflammation to develop on the face and around the nose and cheeks.

Scar revision therapy can be performed to significantly reduce and smooth the appearance and texture of unsightly keloids and scars.

A benign, or non cancerous lesion that can resemble a mole and does not require treatment but individuals may seek cosmetic removal by cryotherapy.

Shingles is the reactivation of the Varicella-Zoster Virus in individuals who have already had chickenpox, which results in a painful itchy, red rash.

Dermatologists perform various types of skin biopsies to accurately diagnose suspicious lesions and concerning moles.

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Kingston performs comprehensive, full-body skin cancer examinations for patients at her practice in Dallas, TX.

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a common skin cancer that can appear as a non-healing wound and is treated either surgically or medically.

Tinea versicolor is a common skin condition that is caused by an overgrowth of yeast from heat resulting in discolored patches of skin.

Warts are caused by a virus that comes into contact with your skin and can present as an isolated lesion or in a cluster anywhere on the body.

Dr. Kingston also treats many other skin conditions that can be found listed on the next page.