Question 1

Where does Dr. Prajakta Kanekar practice?

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Dr. Prajakta Kanekar practices at Nirmaya Hospital - Kharghar.

Question 2

What does Dr. Prajakta Kanekar specialises in ?

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Dr. Prajakta Kanekar specialises as Dermatologist.

Question 3

Who is Dr. Prajakta Kanekar?

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Dr. Prajakta Kanekar is a Dermatologist in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai Dr. Prajakta Kanekar practices at Nirmaya Hospital in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai and Shree Surgical and General Hospital in Nalasopara West, Thane.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 4

Who is a dermatologist doctor?

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A dermatologist is a physician or a doctor who specializes in problems of skin, hair, nail, and mucous membranes. He/she is also trained to offer support for various cosmetic issues. They help patients rejuvenate the appearance of various body parts such as skin, hair, and nails. They treat more than 3,000 skin conditions. These include acne, psoriasis, and skin cancer.

Question 5

When should one consult a dermatologist?

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You should consult a dermatologist immediately if you have developed any abnormal symptoms which are affecting your skin, hair, nails, or mucous membranes. If you have any cosmetic concerns, a dermatologist will be able to help you. Further, for major ailments such as skin cancer, examination is also done by dermatologists.

Question 6

Should one consult a dermatologist for laser treatment of skin problems?

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Yes, you can consult a dermatologist for laser treatment of skin problems. A dermatologist is professionally trained to carry out skin grafts and laser treatments. For laser treatment, they use a special light beam to treat various skin complaints. Such skin complains can include tumours, warts, moles, tattoos, birthmarks, scars, wrinkles, and unwanted hair.

Question 7

What are the common services provided by a dermatologist?

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Below is a list of some common conditions dermatologist treat.
•        Vitiligo
•        Acne
•        Dermatitis and eczema
•        Fungal infections
•        Hair disorders
•        Nail problems
•        Psoriasis
•        Skin cancer
Dermatologists use various surgical procedures such as: 
•        Biopsies
•        Chemical peels
•        Cosmetic injections
•        Cryotherapy
•        Hair removal and restoration
•        Laser surgery

Question 8

What is the difference between a cosmetologist & a dermatologist?

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Dermatologists and cosmetologists both primarily focus on the outward appearance of individuals. Dermatologists are trained physicians and they treat illness and disease. On the other hand, cosmetologists offer services to improve aesthetics. Dermatologists are doctors and specialize in treating skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. But cosmetologists are not doctors. Cosmetologists specialize in various beauty services including haircutting and hairstyling.

Question 9

Are there super specialisations in dermatology?

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Are there super specialisations in dermatology?
 Dermatology is a vast domain of healthcare. And yes, there are various super specializations available within the domain of dermatology. Some of the key and most popular super specializations of dermatology include:
 · Dermatopathology
 · Paediatric Dermatology
 · Teledermatology
 · Mohs Surgery
 · Cosmetic Dermatology

Question 10

Will a dermatologist treat skin problems in kids?

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Yes, dermatologists are trained to treat the skin problems of kids. Paediatric dermatology is a super specialization within the dermatology vertical. Dermatologists with super specialization in paediatric dermatology primarily offer treatments for the skin complaints in kids. Some of the primary skin complaints treated by the paediatric dermatologists include birthmarks, warts, genetic skin diseases and acne.

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