Legacy Dermatology Center - Prosper

Acne is a skin condition where pores get clogged with oil and dead skin, causing pimples, blackheads, or whiteheads. Treatments often include cleansing, gentle meds, and sometimes prescription creams to reduce oil, inflammation, and breakouts.

Actinic keratosis is a rough, scaly patch on the skin caused by sun damage. It may feel like a bump or crust and can be treated with creams, freezing, or light therapies to remove or destroy the abnormal cells and prevent skin cancer.

Alopecia is hair loss that can affect the scalp or other body areas. It may appear suddenly and can be temporary or gradual. Treatments vary and aim to promote hair growth, slow loss, or manage symptoms, depending on the type and cause.

An Annual Skin Check is a yearly exam by a dermatologist or GP to look for any changes or new moles on your skin. The clinician may examine your whole skin surface, discuss any concerns, and advise on sun protection and follow-up if needed.

BBL stands for medical sedation and procedure called Bio-Bolus Light, a guided, minimally invasive treatment that uses precise, local anesthesia and light sedation to perform minor diagnostic or therapeutic steps safely in a clinic or outpatient setting.

Basal Cell Carcinoma is a common skin cancer that starts in the top layers of skin. It grows slowly, usually on sun-exposed areas, and is treated by doctors with methods like removal, freezing, or light therapy to prevent spread and keep the area healthy.

Botox is a cosmetic treatment where tiny amounts of a purified toxin are injected into facial muscles to temporarily relax them, reducing wrinkles and fine lines; effects appear in days and last a few months, with mild, brief side effects possible.

Chemical peels use a mild acid solution applied to the skin to remove damaged outer layers, revealing smoother skin. The treatment involves cleansing, application of the solution, brief fizzing as it works, and aftercare to protect and hydrate the skin.

Cysts is a medical service that examines and treats fluid-filled sacs that can form in the body. It may involve imaging to locate them, monitoring, or procedures to drain or remove the cysts, depending on size and symptoms.

Dermal fillers are injectable gels that add volume and smooth lines in the face, usually to lips and cheeks. The procedure is quick, with numbing often used, and results can last months to a year, depending on the product and area treated.

Dermasweep is a skin treatment that uses gentle suction and microdermabrasion to exfoliate the skin, remove dead cells, and boost absorption of serums. It’s quick, usually painless, and aims to improve texture, brightness, and smoothness with minimal downtime.

Dermatitis is a skin condition causing red, itchy, irritated patches. It involves inflammation from triggers like allergy, irritation, or infection, leading to rashes, dryness, and sometimes swelling, which may improve with gentle care and avoiding triggers.

Diva Laser is a cosmetic laser treatment that uses focused light to target skin concerns like wrinkles, spots, and hair. It involves a quick in-office session with a handheld wand, cooling, and minimal downtime, giving smoother, refreshed skin.

Eczema is a skin condition causing dry, itchy, red patches. It involves gentle skin care, moisturizers, and avoiding triggers; treatment may include medicines or creams to reduce inflammation and prevent flare-ups.

Enlighten is a service that provides clear, easy-to-follow guidance or training on a topic, often with practical steps and explanations to help you understand or improve a skill quickly.

Facials are skincare treatments that cleanse, exfoliate, and nourish the face. They typically include cleansing, steaming, exfoliation, extractions if needed, a mask, and moisturizing, sometimes with massage or serums to hydrate and refresh the skin.

A Full Body Skin Exam is a doctor check of your skin from head to toe to look for any unusual moles, spots, or changes. It usually involves a physical exam, sometimes a full- or partial-body skin inspect with a dermatoscope, and asking about your health and concerns.

Hair loss is a service that helps people with thinning or missing hair. It involves assessing causes, options like treatments or products, and guidance on managing or restoring hair growth through advice, therapies, or procedures.

Juvederm Ultra is a smooth injectable gel used to fill wrinkles and add fullness to lips and facial areas. It involves a licensed professional injecting the gel under the skin to restore volume, with results appearing immediately and lasting months.

Juvederm Volbella is a dermal filler made of hyaluronic acid used to smooth and plump lips and soften fine lines around the mouth. It involves an in-office injection with a numbing option, performed by a clinician, and results typically last several months.

Juvederm Vollure is a cosmetic injectable that uses a soft hyaluronic acid gel to smooth moderate facial wrinkles and folds, especially around the nose and mouth. It adds natural-looking volume and lasts about 12–18 months with a brief in-office treatment and minimal downtime.

Juvederm Voluma is a injectable dermal filler used to add volume to the cheeks and mid-face. It softens hollow areas, adds lift, and usually requires a quick treatment with a local anesthetic and results that can last about 1–2 years.

Kybella is a medical injectable treatment that dissolves fat under the chin. A clinician injects small amounts into the area, usually over a few sessions, to reduce a double chin and improve neck contour with some swelling and bruising as possible side effects.

Laser resurfacing uses focused light energy to remove or tighten skin, helping reduce wrinkles, scars, and spots. A clinician targets facial or body areas, often with anesthesia, and the skin heals over days to weeks, revealing smoother texture.

Laser hair removal is a cosmetic procedure that uses concentrated light to disable hair follicles, reducing or stopping future growth. A technician applies a handheld laser to the treatment area, often with cooling; multiple sessions are usually needed for best results.

Lesion Removal is a medical procedure to remove abnormal skin spots or growths. A clinician cleans the area, may numb it, and use tools to shave, cut, or destroy the lesion, then cover the site and monitor healing.

Melanage Peels are cosmetic chemical peels designed to brighten skin and reduce dark spots. They involve applying specialized acids in a series of supervised sessions to exfoliate the outer skin, improve tone, and promote clearer, more even skin.

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that starts in pigment cells. It involves detecting unusual moles or changes in skin, diagnosing with exams and tests, and treatment may include surgery, and sometimes more therapy depending on stage.

Melasma is a skin condition causing brown to gray-brown patches, usually on the face. It involves sun exposure, hormones, and genetics. Treatments focus on sun protection and options like topical lighteners, peels, or laser under a clinician’s care.

Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic treatment that gently exfoliates the skin with tiny crystals or a diamond tip, removing dead cells to smooth texture and brighten the complexion. It’s quick, usually painless, and involves cleansing, exfoliation, and moisturizer.

Mohs surgery is a precise skin cancer removal method where thin layers of tissue are shaved and examined under a microscope until no cancer remains, sparing as much healthy tissue as possible and typically done in a single, ongoing procedure with local anesthesia.

Moles is a skin-friendly service that scans for unusual pigmented spots, offers non-invasive screening, and provides guidance on next steps with clear, simple explanations for potential skin concerns.

Nail Disorders is a medical service that explains, diagnoses, and treats problems affecting nails, such as terb or ridges, and provides guidance on care, tests, medications, and when to see a clinician.

Profractional Laser is a skin treatment that uses a laser to create tiny, controlled injuries. It stimulates healing and collagen, improving texture, tone, and wrinkles. It usually involves numbing cream, a short procedure, and a brief recovery with temporary redness.

Psoriasis is a common skin condition where red, scaly patches appear on the skin. It involves an overactive immune response, causing rapid skin cell growth. Treatments include moisturizers, topical medicines, light therapy, and prescribed drugs to reduce flare-ups.

Rashes is a health service that helps identify skin irritation or changes, explains possible causes, and offers practical steps or treatments to relieve itching, redness, or rashes, and advises when to seek medical care.

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition causing red, flushed cheeks and nose, visible blood vessels, and sometimes bumps. It involves daily skincare, sun protection, gentle cleansing, and may include topical or oral treatments prescribed by a doctor.

Sciton is a medical laser and light-based aesthetic system used by doctors and clinics to perform cosmetic treatments such as skin resurfacing, wrinkle reduction, hair removal, and scar improvement with precision and customizable settings.

Skin Cancer is a medical condition where skin cells grow abnormally, often due to sun exposure. It involves checking for unusual moles or spots, diagnosis by a clinician, and treatment options like surgery, creams, or radiation, tailored to the type and stage.

Skin Care Regiment is a plan that guides you through daily facial routines, including cleansing, moisturizing, sun protection, and occasional treatments to keep skin healthy and improve tone, texture, and hydration.

Squamous cell carcinoma is a type of cancer that starts in flat, scale-like skin or lining cells. It usually grows slowly, may form a lump or sore, and can spread if not treated. Early, simple treatments can often remove or shrink it.

Tattoo Removal is a treatment that uses laser or other methods to break down the ink in a tattoo so it fades and disappears over time. It usually requires multiple sessions, care between visits, and can vary by ink color, skin type, and tattoo size.