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When is a Mole Dangerous?
posted: Jan. 29, 2020.

Do you have a mole? Chances are good that you have few of them, actually. The average person has around 30-40 moles, and while moles are usually nothing to worry Read more
Excessive Sweating
posted: Jan. 13, 2020.

Excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, can be an annoying, embarrassing condition to deal with. Perspiring is normal, but hyperhidrosis is characterized by excessive sweating when your body doesn’t need Read more
Dealing With Eczema
posted: Dec. 12, 2019.

Do you have itchy, scaly rashes? If so, you could have eczema, a common skin condition that could be effectively treated by your dermatologist. Eczema is also called atopic dermatitis, Read more
Treating Vitiligo
posted: Dec. 06, 2019.

Vitiligo is a skin condition that affects more than 200,000 men and women in the United States each year, with half of those affected noticing symptoms before age 20. Although Read more
How Botox Can Help You
posted: Nov. 20, 2019.

We all would like to find that magical solution that would keep us looking young forever. Of course, while we certainly haven’t found the Fountain of Youth just yet, advancements Read more
Dealing With Psoriasis
posted: Nov. 06, 2019.

Psoriasis doesn’t just impact someone’s appearance but it can also affect someone’s quality of life. Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that leads to itching, burning patches of skin known Read more
Are You Struggling with Warts?
posted: Oct. 30, 2019.

Find out how our dermatologists in Winston-Salem, Thomasville, and Kernersville, NC, you can do about recurring or unsightly warts. Most people at some point during their lifetime will develop a Read more
Detecting Melanoma
posted: Oct. 28, 2019.

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Fortunately, it rarely develops without warning, and the number of fatalities caused by melanoma could be greatly reduced if people were aware Read more
Dealing With Adult Acne
posted: Oct. 16, 2019.

Acne is the most common of all skin disorders, affecting almost everyone at some point in their lives. While most people outgrow acne in their late teens or early twenties, Read more
Keeping Your Nails Healthy
posted: Oct. 02, 2019.

The nails take a lot of abuse. From gardening and dishes to regular wear and tear, harsh chemicals and hard work can really take a toll on the condition of Read more
How Chemical Peels Can Help You
posted: Sep. 13, 2019.

If you’re bothered by fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring or an uneven skin tone, or if you are looking for a simple way to rejuvenate your skin, chemical peels may Read more
The Benefits of Laser Hair Removal
posted: Sep. 04, 2019.

Dealing with hair removal can feel like a time consuming and expensive chore. Over the counter hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, or depilatory gels and creams can be effective Read more
Preventing Wrinkles
posted: Sep. 03, 2019.

The telltale signs of aging skin—wrinkles, puffy eyes, age spots—may start to appear as we grow older. We can’t fight the aging process, but we can take steps now to Read more
Protecting Yourself from the Sun
posted: Aug. 15, 2019.

Too much exposure to sunlight can be harmful to your skin. Dangerous ultraviolet B (UVB) and ultraviolet A (UVA) rays damage skin, which leads to premature wrinkles, skin cancer and Read more
Are Fillers Right for You?
posted: Jul. 29, 2019.

Are Fillers Right for You? Thinking about fillers? Dermal filler injections can give you a more youthful look for a fraction of what a facelift costs. Dermal fillers are soft tissue Read more
Dealing With Poison Ivy
posted: Jul. 12, 2019.

Have you heard of Toxicodendron radicans? No? Well, you have likely heard of their colloquial name—poison ivy. Sporting leaves filled with Urushiol, an oily resin that can cause a painful Read more

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WINSTON-SALEM OFFICE
2020 Peace Haven Road
Winston-Salem, NC 27106
Phone: (336) 768-1280
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Westgate Dermatology and Laser Center, P.A.

THOMASVILLE OFFICE
207 Old Lexington Road
Thomasville, NC 27360
Phone: (336) 714-0238
Fax: 336-760-8443

Westgate Dermatology and Laser Center, P.A.

KERNERSVILLE OFFICE
280 Broad St Suite D
Kernersville NC 27284
Phone: (336) 768-1280
Fax: 336-760-8443