This subspecialty of dermatology focuses on skin-related procedures and techniques that treat or diagnose a wide range of skin conditions. Techniques used include surgery, injectables, lasers, and additional advanced procedures. Procedural dermatologists work within both medical and cosmetic dermatology.
This specialty might be needed in the following scenarios, among others:
- Acne scar revision
- Cryotherapy
- Dermabrasion and microdermabrasion
- Mohs micrographic surgery
- Sebaceous cyst removal
- Skin biopsy
