What screening is done for skin cancer?

A full body skin exam is done as a screening for skin cancer. Our Board Certified Dermatologist will check from head to toe for any signs of skin cancer or precancer. It is recommended that everyone age 30 and above get an annual full body skin examination regardless of family history.

A skin cancer screening is especially important for anyone with a family history of skin cancer. If precancerous lesions, such as actinic keratoses, are found during the examination, the doctor will freeze the areas with liquid nitrogen. If that is the case, then a full body skin examination will be recommended every six months to watch the areas closely for any further development. Skin cancer screenings are an important part of annual care and maintenance for every patient.

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