Celebrate May with a skin check appointment

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month.
FACT: 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer. Don't be the 1.

Many people seek medical attention when there is an issue. Is it necessary to have a skin check when there are no skin concerns? It is easy to delay preventative appointments when there are no immediate concerns. An appointment for a skin check should not be one of those. In fact, it is important to see your skin care specialist to determine a baseline for what is normal for your skin. It will also give you a better understanding of your risk for developing skin cancer. 

Doing self skin exams is an important part of noticing skin changes, but some areas are difficult to see on your own, like on your head or back and behind your ears.

Early detection is key in diagnosing and treating skin cancer. No one is exempt from skin cancer-people of all skin colors can develop it.

There are many things that add to your risk factors such as:

• Use of tanning beds
• Amount of sun exposure
• Family history of skin cancer

Prevention steps are not difficult. The easiest step is to protect your skin as much as possible. When outdoors use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least a SPF30 and don’t forget to reapply.

All your risk factors and prevention steps will be discussed at your appointment, as well as any questions you may have. 

Call Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care today at 508-936-1657 and your appointment can typically be scheduled within a week. The appointment time is well worth the investment in your skin care.