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1. Who is a dermatologist doctor?
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.
2. When should one consult a dermatologist?
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.
3. Should one consult a dermatologist for laser treatment of skin problems?
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.
4. What are the common services provided by a dermatologist?
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
5. What is the difference between a cosmetologist & a dermatologist?
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.
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A Doctor who diagnoses and treats skin, hair, nail, and mucous membrane diseases and disorders is called a Dermatologist. They also help with the diagnosis and treatment of cosmetic issues and conditions.
A 5-year medical degree [MBBS] that is recognized by the General Medical Council and a 2-year foundation course of general training are the basic requirements for an individual to be a doctor. However, the following are the specialties or extra qualifications required to be a Dermatologist:
Yes, Dermatologists do perform specific and minor surgeries like earlobe surgery, skin biopsy, liposuction, cyst & wart removal, brow lift, cryosurgery, sclerotherapy, and Mohs surgery. These are generally grouped together as dermato-surgeries.
Dermatologists are doctors who specialize in examining, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to skin, hair, nails, and cosmetic conditions. Cosmetologists offer expertise by improving external aesthetics. However, Cosmetologists aren’t doctors and they specialize in consultations of various beauty services like hairstyling, haircutting, scalp and facial care. Although Cosmetologists and Dermatologists primarily focus on the external appearance of an individual, each of them offers different kinds of services.
You should visit a Dermatologist if suffering from any of the following conditions:
It is recommended to consult a Dermatologist once every year to get an update on the health of the skin. In case you have an existing skin disease or infection, it is advised to have regular follow-ups with the Dermatologist.
You can consult a Dermatologist either online or offline. However, depending on the availability of the doctor and the convenience of the patient, pre-booking may be required for consultation.