You may remember listening as a child to someone telling you about personal hygiene matters, forcing you to wash body parts this number of times a day in this manner and that again and again. As we mature and our mom quits telling us what to do, here comes television with its eye-catching commercial ads, luring us to buy products promising instant beauty—maybe through silky hair or perfectly toned skin. Unfortunately, practicality doesn’t always prevail and we end up in a spending spree for things we don’t really understand. Our skin is often taken for granted, yet it is the part of us we show off the most to the world. The study of skin is a science. There is a reason that there is a specialty dedicated solely to the treatment and maintenance of skin, its not that simple, and that specialty is Dermatology. 

Interest in dermatology has grown tremendously in recent years. It is amazing how many “Skin and Beauty Centers” have appeared, many of which don’t even have a physician present, and many more that do not even have a dermatologist. Most references define dermatology as “a science of the structure, functions, and diseases of the skin”. Nowadays, various products and skin treatment routines are emerging from those with little to no knowledge of dermatology. It is confusing and the best person to clarify these with you will always be your trusted dermatologist. Ross M. Campbell, M.D., F.A.A.D, whose clinic is located at Cowles Clinic at Lake Oconee and in Athens, Georgia. By visiting the Georgia Skin Cancer & Aesthetic Dermatology website, http://www.georgiaderm.com/, you’ll learn more about dermatology and of course, how this field will help you achieve all your skin’s desires. 

Athens Dermatology is a science. Feel confident about the treatments you are being offered by seeking treatment by professional individuals duly affiliated with this particular science—a board-certified dermatologist. You are a gift in your own way, wrapped in a delicate natural cover who deserves a lot of care. Whether you are enjoying the golf course, or the events of Athens, Georgia, find some spare some time to treat your skin to a taste of real science. Visiting your dermatologist will enlighten you more on what services fit you best. You’ll surely be in good hands.