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We strive to make your visit to Central Wyoming Skin Clinic comfortable and worry-free. You can save some time by printing out and completing the Patient Forms in advance for your appointment.
A dermatologist is a physician who specializes in the treatment of skin conditions and diseases. Dermatologists are certified by the American Board of Dermatology after extensive education and medical residency. They treat everything from minor skin rashes, like hives, to chronic skin diseases, such as eczema or psoriasis. Dermatologists are good diagnosticians and can distinguish between conditions that share similar symptoms. Today many dermatologists are also well versed in cosmetic dermatology procedures to help improve the appearance of skin as we age.
The skin is the largest organ on the human body and accounts for about 15 percent of your overall body weight. Since it is not only the largest but also most noticed organ, it’s important that it both looks and feels healthy. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that there are over 3,000 different diseases that can affect the skin.
A skin doctor, sometimes colloquially referred to as a skin doctor, is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, maintenance and treatment of these 3,000 skin-related disorders. Here at our dermatology clinic we offer a full range of services to improve conditions that affect the skin, nails and hair. Here are just some of the dermatological conditions that we treat:
Skin. It is the largest organ on the human body. It creates a protective layer against heat, light, the environment, injury and infection. It helps regulate the body’s temperature; stores water, fat and Vitamin D; prevents entry of bacteria; and acts as a sensory organ. On average, an adult has between 18 and 20-square feet of skin, which roughly weighs six pounds.
There are three layers to skin:
Epidermis: This is the outer most layer that sloughs off dead skin cells and acts as a protective barrier against foreign bodies, infections and the sun. The epidermis also contains the cells (melanocytes), which are responsible for skin pigmentation.
Dermis: The middle layer of skin, the dermis houses hair follicles, sebaceous (oil) glands, sweat glands, capillaries (small blood vessels) and lymph vessels. It is held together by a protein called collagen. Sweat glands are part of the body’s cooling system. The dermis also contains touch and pain receptors.
Subcutaneous: This is the deepest layer of skin containing larger blood vessels and nerves. It is made up of a network of collagen and fat cells and plays an important role in the manufacture of Vitamin D, protecting against injury and conserving body heat
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