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The experts at Cornerstone Dermatology & Surgery Group are dedicated to providing you with the latest evidence-based information and treatment for your for all your skin health concerns. We hope that our blog posts help you learn something new that you can put to use in your day-to-day life in between visits with your trusted provider here at Cornerstone! Any specific care-related questions can be fully addressed by making an appointment.
As the winter chill sets in, many of us start to notice our hands feeling tight, flaky, and sometimes even painfully cracked. Dry hands are one of the most common complaints I hear from my patients during this season.
As a board-certified dermatologist based in Lee's Summit, Missouri, here are my top tips for keeping your hands healthy, hydrated, and comfortable all winter long.
Read MoreOctober is Eczema Awareness Month, and if you suffer from this condition, you may be noticing your symptoms beginning to flare thanks to the arrival of cooler, dryer weather. Board-certified dermatologist Ross Reule, MD, discusses treatment options and favorite over-the-counter products to soothe the skin.
Read MoreWith below-freezing temperatures and heaters running full-blast in our homes and cars, many of us are experiencing dry winter skin. On the surface, a change in the humidity can cosmetically make fine lines and wrinkles more noticeable. But dry skin is also a serious medical problem for many. In the winter, our skin can itch, flake, crack and even bleed, causing pain and discomfort as we go about the day.
Dr. David Fieleke, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Cornerstone Dermatology & Surgery group in Lee’s Summit, offers tips for preventing dry winter skin and recommends some of his favorite products for providing increased hydration.
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