Dermatology Consultations Online Melbourne Skin & Dermatology offers live video online consultations (telemedicine / teledermatology) for various dermatological conditions. Did you know that the dermatologists at Melbourne Skin & Dermatology are highly trained at making a diagnosis based on photos…

Expertise In Everything Skin Professional & highly qualified team of staff providing our patients with medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology services Read More Patient Focused Care Our focus and loyalty is first and foremost to our patients. We believe in delivering high-quality and…

There are various causes of unwanted skin pigmentation. The most well-known condition is melasma (or chloasma). This is a condition where patients develop darkening of the skin (usually on the cheeks), but can also affect other areas of the face (and forearms in rare cases). Patients often have a…

What is Angioma? Cherry angiomas, (also referred to as senile angioma or Campbell de Morgan spots) are red-to-purple spots that often appear on the torso of the body. They may also sometimes develop on the legs, arms, chest and scalp. They are benign skin growths made up of dilated blood vessels and…

What are Venous Lakes? Venous lakes are dark blue or purple nodules caused by a collection of blood. Though venous lakes may develop anywhere on the body, they are most often seen on the lower lips. Venous lakes are often soft and squashable and can vary in size, ranging from 0.2 to 1 cm in…

What is rosacea? Rosacea is a common and chronic disorder exclusively of facial skin. It is more common in patients aged 35-60 that have fair skin. Rosacea is probably best described as an inflammatory skin condition, although in addition to the immune system, nerves endings, blood vessels, genetics…

Loose, sagging skin can be frustrating and can have a great impact on self-esteem. As we age, our skin loses elasticity and fails to return back into place when stretched. The loose skin can cause wrinkles and fine lines to appear on your skin. All of this happens due to the slow production of…

What is Scarring? Scarring occurs after a traumatic, medical, or surgical injury occurs to the skin or other tissue on the body. The cells which produce collagen, fibroblasts, produce excessive collagen which forms abnormal healing of the injury or wound. The abnormal healing results in a pink, red,…

What are Stretch Marks? Stretch marks, or striae distensae to dermatologists, are linear, red or pink scars that appear where dermal damage is done by rapid stretching of the skin. Stretch marks do not cause any complications, but can have a significant effect on a persons confidence and self-esteem…

Ultraviolet radiation emitted from the sun causes significant damage to our skin cells leading to unwanted changes. The DNA of skin cells become damaged, slowing renewal of the skin and can cause problematic health issues such as skin cancer as well as premature signs of ageing. Premature signs of…

This page is being updated. Please come back soon to learn about hand rejuvenation and how we treat this concern. In the meantime, should you wish to be seen by our dermatologists, laser & cosmetic nurse or dermal therapist, hit the ‘Request An Appointment’ button on the menu above to start your way…

What is Skin Cancer? The word cancer refers to the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells that have the potential to invade surrounding tissues (skin, fat, bone, etc.) or spread to distant tissues or organs. There are various types and stages of skin cancer and not all are equal in the way they…

What is acne? Acne, what we call pimples, can be a painful and socially embarrassing skin condition. Comedones are the key feature of acne. Comedones are commonly known as blackheads (open comedones) and whiteheads (closed comedones). Pustules, nodules and cysts can also occur and these can lead to…

Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a very common red, dry, scaly and itchy skin condition that can occur at any time. It can be associated with other atopic conditions such as hay fever, asthma and food allergies. There is often a family history of similar conditions suggesting a strong genetic link,…

The word hyperhidrosis refers to excessive sweating. There are various types and causes for the condition. Commonly, dermatologists see patients with excessive sweating of the armpits, face, hands and feet. At times, blood tests and other investigations may be required to ensure that an underlying…

Dermatologists are leading experts in the diagnosis and management of hair disorders. The two most common hair problems are either excessive hair loss or excessive and unwanted hair growth. Various hair care practices, rare genetic conditions and unusual infections can also cause other hair…

A variety of different conditions can cause rashes and itchy skin. Eczema is by far the most common cause of itchy skin, but allergies to various compounds can cause a similar itchy rash. Other causes of itchy skin include medication reactions, fungal infections, scabies infestation, Grover’s…

Intradermal naevi These are benign moles that grow in the deeper layers of the skin and cause a small bump to occur on the skin. They do not enlarge, and remain stable in size in adults. They are usually either brown or pink, soft and fleshy or firm, and some grow thick hairs. Surgical removal is…

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Psoriasis is a very common condition that can occur at any stage of life. Psoriasis has many different varieties and can morph into different subsets with varying appearance. Psoriasis can affect the scalp, nails, skin folds, palms and soles, as well as the more typical locations such as the elbows,…

The most common skin allergies include contact allergic dermatitis and urticarial reactions (hives). Contact allergic dermatitis can have a variety of presentations, mostly commonly appearing as red, scaly itchy marks that can blister and weep in severe cases. The distribution of this rash on the…

One of the main functions of our skin is to prevent bugs from entering our body, but being in direct contact with the outside world does make our skin susceptible to various infections. Most skin infections are caused by bacterial, fungal or viral bugs. Scabies mites can cause an infestation of the…

A variety of different spots and rashes can occur in infants and kids that can sometimes be tricky to diagnose and manage. Common infective skin conditions such as viral warts, molluscum contagiosum, scabies and impetigo (school sores) all have their various treatment options. Birth marks are often…

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Vitiligo is a common skin condition that causes white patches to appear on the skin. This is caused by a loss of the pigment-producing cells in the skin. In most people, only a few spots may appear, but in others the condition can be more widespread. Vitiligo is not infectious or contagious. Various…

CO2 Laser Resurfacing | Acne scarring treatment| Skin rejuvenation CO2 laser resurfacing is a procedure performed mostly by dermatologists for patients who wish to improve the general quality of the skin and address problematic conditions such as acne scarring. With laser resurfacing, it is possible…

Dermal Fillers You may have seen someone or certain TV personalities and thought ‘she’s had too much work done’. Well they probably have. But did you know that dermal filler injections are very commonly performed? And in most cases, when done well and by skilled injectors, the results are subtle and…

Anti wrinkle injections There are many uses of anti wrinkle injections in dermatology. Most commonly it is used as muscle relaxant injections in the face to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Dermatologists also use such injections for hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) , rosacea and for the…

Fine Wire Diathermy Fine wire diathermy is a very common procedure performed at Melbourne Skin & Dermatology. The procedure is sometimes referred to as electrosurgery. The procedure involves the use of a pen-like device which enters the skin and delivers pulses of high electrical energy to heat and…

Chemical Peels Chemical Peels are used in dermatology for a number of skin complaints and disorders. There are many types of chemical peels from light ‘pamper peels’ to deep chemical peels. Chemical peels cause variable levels of controlled injury to the skin. The injured skin than relies on the…

This page is being updated. Please come back soon to learn about vascular lasers treatments. In the meantime, should you wish to be seen by our dermatologists, laser & cosmetic nurse or dermal therapist, hit the ‘Request An Appointment’ button on the menu above to start your way to booking a…

This page is being updated. Please come back soon to learn about laser genesis. In the meantime, should you wish to be seen by our dermatologists, laser & cosmetic nurse or dermal therapist, hit the ‘Request An Appointment’ button on the menu above to start your way to booking a consultation.…

This page is being updated. Please come back soon to learn about UVB phototherapy. In the meantime, should you wish to be seen by our dermatologists, laser & cosmetic nurse or dermal therapist, hit the ‘Request An Appointment’ button on the menu above to start your way to booking a consultation.…

This page is being updated. Please come back soon to learn about skin rejuvenation procedures. In the meantime, should you wish to be seen by our dermatologists, laser & cosmetic nurse or dermal therapist, hit the ‘Request An Appointment’ button on the menu above to start your way to booking a…

This page is being updated. Please come back soon to learn about RF microneedling. In the meantime, should you wish to be seen by our dermatologists, laser & cosmetic nurse or dermal therapist, hit the ‘Request An Appointment’ button on the menu above to start your way to booking a consultation.…

What is LED light therapy? The power of light therapy is harnessed in many aspects of dermatology. LED light therapy, also referred to as phototherapy or Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) refers to the use of Light Emitting Diodes (LED’s) to stimulate an effect on the body. This technology has been…

This page is being updated. Please come back soon to learn about pigment laser. In the meantime, should you wish to be seen by our dermatologists, laser & cosmetic nurse or dermal therapist, hit the ‘Request An Appointment’ button on the menu above to start your way to booking a consultation.…

This page is being updated. Please come back soon to learn about cryotherapy. In the meantime, should you wish to be seen by our dermatologists, laser & cosmetic nurse or dermal therapist, hit the ‘Request An Appointment’ button on the menu above to start your way to booking a consultation.…