Skin Cancer Screenings and Full-Body Skin Checks
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and early detection is one of the most important factors in successful treatment. At Pure Dermatology, we provide comprehensive skin cancer screenings and full-body skin exams for patients in Austin, Kyle, and surrounding communities.
Our board-certified dermatologists carefully examine the skin for suspicious moles, changing lesions, precancerous growths, and signs of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and other skin cancers.
What Happens During a Skin Cancer Screening?
During a skin cancer screening, your dermatologist performs a thorough head-to-toe skin examination to evaluate moles, freckles, sun spots, and other lesions. We pay close attention to spots that are changing in size, shape, color, or appearance.
We commonly evaluate:
- Changing or irregular moles
- New or growing spots
- Non-healing sores
- Bleeding or crusted lesions
- Rough or scaly precancers
- Rapidly changing growths
- Areas of chronic sun damage
If a concerning lesion is identified, we may recommend close monitoring or a skin biopsy for definitive diagnosis.
Who Should Get Routine Skin Checks?
Routine skin cancer screenings can benefit almost anyone, especially patients with increased risk factors for skin cancer.
You may benefit from regular skin checks if you have:
- A personal or family history of skin cancer
- A history of blistering sunburns
- Significant sun exposure
- Indoor tanning bed use
- Fair skin or light eyes
- Numerous moles or atypical moles
- A weakened immune system
Even patients without obvious concerns can develop skin cancer, which is why preventive skin exams are important.
Signs of Skin Cancer
We encourage patients to schedule an evaluation if they notice:
- A mole that changes in color, shape, or size
- A spot that looks different from other moles
- A sore that does not heal
- A lesion that bleeds easily
- Persistent rough or scaly patches
- New or rapidly growing bumps
Early melanoma and other skin cancers can sometimes appear subtle, making professional evaluation important.
Personalized Skin Cancer Care
At Pure Dermatology, we focus on early detection, patient education, and individualized care. Our goal is to help patients understand their skin cancer risk, recognize warning signs, and receive timely treatment when needed.
We recommend regular full-body skin exams for many patients as part of a proactive approach to long-term skin health. Book an appointment with one of our double board-certified dermatologist today.
