Forefront Dermatology

During the month of July, make a donation to the Wright City Community Food Pantry and receive a 15% discount on cosmetic products from Forefront Dermatology. Accepted donations include: rice black beans... pinto beans baked beans granola bars pancake syrup spaghetti noodles pasta sauce juice shampoo soap See more

Even while sheltering in place, it's important to focus on your skin health. Exercise, eating well, sleeping well and using sunscreen are all highly beneficial for keeping your skin healthy. Our clinic is currently open and seeing patients. Our physicians and staff are following CDC guidelines to ensure your safety. We are now offering BOTOX and Dysport appointments. Call (636) 561-4613 today to make an appointment.... Beginning next month, we are also preparing to offer dermal filler treatments. Dermal fillers help to diminish facial lines and restore volume and fullness in the face. They are commonly used as lip fillers to plump thin lips, enhance shallow contours, soften facial creases and wrinkles and improve the appearance of recessed scars. Contact us now to schedule time in June for your a dermal filler treatment.

While drinking more water is no magic bullet, increasing your water intake will have a positive impact on your overall skin health after all your skin contains 64 percent water. Drinking an adequate amount of water daily is important for overall good health. Water aids in digestion, circulation, absorption and even rids the body and skin of toxins. #WaterFacts

A symptom of #dehydration can be determined easily by examining your skin. Gently pull the skin on the back of your hand up, and hold it there for a few seconds before letting go. If the skin does not bounce back within a few seconds, you may be suffering from dehydration. #SkinTip

We are now offering teledermatology! We are proud to offer the same dermatological experience from the comfort of your home. This is best utilized for rashes, spots of concern, and acne. At this point in time, you must have access to Apple or Android mobile devices and PC or Mac computers. You don't have to go far for dermatological care. Contact us to schedule time with our board-certified dermatologists today. Exclusions apply. https://forefrontdermatology.com/teledermatology

#Blisters are never fun, but do you know how to prevent and, more importantly, properly treat them? For prevention, it is important to wear proper clothing including moisture-wicking, loose fitting clothing. Apply bandages, powder or petroleum jelly to problem areas prior to activity.

#Melasma is a common skin problem that causes brown to gray-brown patches usually on the face. It is so commonly during pregnancy that melasma is sometimes called "the mask of pregnancy".

Dr. Robyn Stengel Fanderclai is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology. She completed an internal medicine internship and a dermatology residency at Southern Illinois University in Springfield, Illinois. Call (636) 561-4613 to schedule a consultation.

#Chickenpox and the feeling to scratch go hand-in-hand. Soak in colloidal oatmeal baths. Recommend treatment tips include soaking in a colloidal oatmeal baths or applying a topical ointment, such as calamine lotion, petroleum jelly or another fragrance-free, anti-itch lotion.

#LiverSpots are also known as age spots and are dark areas on your skin commonly found on the face, hands, shoulders and arms. Age spots are generally harmless, but should be checked to make sure they are not a sign of skin cancer.

Masks and glasses minimize the risk and allow us to provide the care you deserve. Please continue to keep your appointments! Our offices are taking increased measures in cleaning and hygiene to ensure your patient safety. We are concerned about state and CDC quarantine orders due to potential Coronavirus exposures and therefore our team has decided to wear masks and safety glasses throughout the entire day. In addition, we are refraining from shaking hands with patients per the CDC.

Now that you have a little one on board, treating acne isn’t necessarily the same as it was before, and honestly you may be struggling with #acne now more than before due to hormonal changes. Learn more about treatments during pregnancy. #PregnancyTips https://bit.ly/2Ckep4h

A #SkinTag is a small, soft, benign skin growths commonly found on the neck, armpits and groin area. The exact causes of skin tags are unknown, pregnancy, family history and friction are shown to increase your chances of developing them.

You don’t always have to break the bank to get an effective skin care product. Petroleum jelly is one of the cheapest and effective products for certain skin health needs. #SkinCareHack