One in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70, so it is important to have routine skin checks for early detection

Sunscreen helps protect your skin from overexposure to UV radiation, which can lead to fine lines, wrinkles, and even skin cancers. The use of broad-spectrum

If you’ve noticed the lumps and bumps of a wart on your skin, you’re far from alone. Roughly 10% of the world’s population develops one at some point, and

What is alopecia? Alopecia is the medical term that describes any type of hair loss. Many people conflate the term “alopecia” with alopecia areata, which

Skin care doesn’t have to be complicated if you don’t want it to be. A simple skincare routine includes these basic three steps: cleansing, moisturizing

BEHIND THE DESIGN The design of Northstar Dermatology’s new building in North Richland Hills, Texas is unique to say the least. Variations in brick angles

BODY MOISTURIZERS Dr. Strickland’s Favorite: Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream – “This is my go-to body moisturizer. It is thick enough and filled with ceramides to not

An epidermoid cyst starts out small, with a barely noticeable bump under your skin. As it gradually grows in size, you might wonder if you’re dealing with

We have the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Shalini Vemula to the Northstar Dermatology team of providers! Dr. Vemula most recently served as a Harvard Medical

If you’ve been a patient at Northstar Dermatology, you’ve likely heard our providers preach that the backbone of good skincare is sunscreen every morning and

WHAT IS BOTOX? Botox is actually the brand name for botulinum toxin, a neurotoxin protein that is an FDA-approved cosmetic drug for reducing the appearance

Acne scarring can cause serious concerns for patients, impacting social functioning and emotional well-being. Acne scars are usually due to the results of inflammation caused