Melasma, aka hyperpigmentation, is a common pigmentation disorder. Our dermatology providers can provide guidance on the best treatment options for you.

Donna enjoys working at our practice because we are all working towards a common goal—the health and wellbeing of our patients and working together as a team.

Understanding melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer: what it is, who is at risk, the signs, see your dermatology provider, and reduce your risk.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer, it’s also one of the most preventable. Take steps to protect yourself including getting your annual skin check.

Lizz Hood is one of our cosmetic medical assistants at our Sarasota and Englewood offices.

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We love our beaches, our blue skies, and our outdoor lifestyles. However, the sun is not on our side. Learn how to treat and prevent future sun damage!

Our histologist, Heather, works at all three Paradise offices! She joined the Paradise team in 2020 and was inspired to follow her mother's path in histology. As a Paradise employee, she feels motivated by Dr. Pennie to be her best self and she enjoys being a part of a collaborative team. Read more about Heather here!

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More than 14 million Americans have rosacea, a common skin condition that causes redness in the face among a variety of many other symptoms. Despite the challenges that rosacea may add to your life, there are both medical and cosmetic treatments that can help individuals manage their symptoms and get their confidence back!

Sam Palmer is our Venice Office Manager, and has been with the Paradise Dermatology team since July 2020. After witnessing her mother's career as a medical assistant, Sam was interested in following her path and pursuing medicine. She loves being a part of the Paradise team, especially when it comes to her leadership role as a educator for both her patients and staff.

Once you determine which cosmetic procedure is right for you, you have many choices for where to get these done. In this blog, we’ll share the benefits of receiving cosmetic services from a Board-Certified dermatology provider in a medical setting, such as one of our offices.

A new year inspires us to set positive goals and make changes to our lives for the better. To help you kick-off your resolutions for healthy skin, we’ve devised a list of habits to make and to break in 2023 when it comes to skin care and dermatological health!

As the most common skin condition in the U.S., acne affects up to 50 million Americans annually. Although acne is usually correlated with puberty and most often occurs in teenage years, many adults face it as well.

Mohs Micrographic Surgery is the most advanced and effective treatment for skin cancer available today. It allows specially-trained dermatologists, like our Founder and Medical Director, Dr. Michelle Pennie, to remove skin cancer with pinpoint precision and accuracy.

National Healthy Skin Month is an annual November initiative from the American Academy of Dermatology to create awareness about the importance of healthy skin and how to embrace preventative measures for skin health. The skin is the largest organ in the human body, and it’s essential to take care of it just like we would take care of any other part of our bodies.

Ana Lintner is a fabulous RN on our team who works at all three Paradise locations! Since she was very young, she has not only been interested in medicine itself, but also passionate about caring for others especially when they go through challenging times. Learn all about Ana and her road to becoming a Paradise RN here!

Imagine a treatment that accomplishes a range of cosmetic goals, can be used in multiple areas of the body, and involves minimal downtime—all wrapped into one! Forever Young™ BBL is an innovative technology that uses broadband light (BBL) to target numerous types of skin blemishes. Gentle, non-invasive, and safe, Forever Young™ BBL is a customizable treatment that can restore your skin to a smoother, more vibrant look and renew your confidence with ease compared to other types of cosmetic services!

If we read nutrition facts on our food, shouldn’t we know our skin care ingredients, too? There are a handful of popular ingredients out there, used in a variety of forms and products that aim to keep your skin beautiful! But while you’re building a skin care routine personalized to your needs, how do you know which ingredients to look for on the labels? Below are some well-recognized skin care ingredients and where you can find them in our Paradise Dermatology product line.

Paradise staff member Margaret has been a member of the Paradise Dermatology family for nearly 12 years—since the birth of the practice! As Patient Care Representative Team Lead, compassion and care are at the very forefront of Margaret’s role. Read all about her here and discover what she loves about Paradise Dermatology, how she spends her downtime, and more.

At our Sarasota office, you can find Abra delivering top-notch service to keep our patients informed, happy, and well cared for. Paradise Dermatology simply cannot operate without Patient Care Representatives like Abra! Learn more about her below, why she loves working with our team, and the special memory that inspired her healthcare career at a young age.

What other cosmetic treatment offers immediate results, leaves you feeling refreshed and renewed, and is appropriate for all skin types and ages? A HydraFacial™ resets your skin’s health from deep within and leaves a clean, fresh glow on the surface, leaving you feeling and looking your very best.

Patients, friends, family, and the rest of the community are invited to attend Best Face Forward for a Cause at their Venice location, 315 Nokomis Ave S, on Friday, August 19 from 11 AM to 4 PM. Guests will enjoy mimosas, light refreshments, and may donate for raffle tickets to win high-value prizes, courtesy of Paradise Dermatology. 

Paul is one of our incredible staff members, providing superb patient care and comfort all while juggling his critical job responsibilities as a medical assistant. Read more about Paul, what he loves about Paradise, and his fascinating career move from stage lights to surgery lights!

Toss those eyebrow pencils: microblading and powder brows are here! These treatments are semi-permanent services that provide a more filled-in look on the eyebrows.

The Mohs technique is revered as the most effective and precise treatment for most types of skin cancer. In a Mohs procedure, doctors precisely identify and remove the entire tumor, layer by layer, to avoid disturbing healthy surrounding tissue as much as possible.

In addition to slathering on proper sun protection, there are other lifestyle adjustments that you can make to help keep your skin even healthier and happier during the summertime.

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Paradise Dermatology, with offices established in Sarasota, FL, and Englewood, FL, is expanding their practice and opening a third office located in Venice, FL on May 5th, 2022. The practice will host a grand opening celebration on June 10th from 2 to 5 p.m. This additional location will provide Venice residents with access to Paradise Dermatology's care and treatments with more convenience and ease.

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Put your best face forward! How great would it be if you could return your look to its former, younger glory without surgery and with very minimal downtime? At Paradise Dermatology, we are able to offer just this. Both PDO threading and Plaxpot™ cosmetic treatments are designed to renew your youth through easy, relatively quick, non-invasive processes.

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Beach season is here in Florida, and along with the changing seasons come changes to your beauty regimen. Women spend on average between $10,000 to $23,000 managing unwanted hair across the course of a lifetime, only to end up with nicks, cuts, razor burn, and ingrown hairs from painful methods that don’t produce lasting results. 

With all of our busy schedules, it can feel easy to put off skin care in favor of other more pressing concerns. This year, make yourself a promise to take better care of your skin. We’ve put together five things you can start doing now to give your skin a little extra love in 2022.

Many people have a misunderstanding of chemical peels and how they work, which has led to many misleading facts about Chemical peels. At Paradise Dermatology, we want to help separate fiction from the facts.

As we age, one of the most common concerns we have is the appearance of wrinkles. Although the formation of wrinkles is a natural part of the aging process, we’d all like to find the best techniques for diminishing them. At Paradise Dermatology, we offer a range of different dermal fillers. 

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What is your concern?Congested skin?Dehydrated, tired-looking skin?Fine lines?Even if it’s all of the above, Manuka honey will help!

Isotretinoin, also well known as the brand name Accutane, is a prescription pill that treats acne. Isotretinoin is a popular option for many, as it has the potential to be a cure for acne.

Lump, bump, or skin cancer? You need treatment and find yourself on our surgery schedule… now what? Here are some things you can do to prepare on the day of your procedure and what to expect during your time of recovery.

How does microneedling improve the appearance of acne scarring? Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, can minimize the appearance of acne scarring by stimulating the body’s own natural collagen and elastin production.

While patients are familiar with Botox, many are not aware of or utilizing Botox for its full benefit. Did you know that with early use and proper frequency, Botox can actually prevent fine lines and wrinkles?

Paradise Dermatology’s highly trained and experienced medical professionals offer the latest scientific technologies and advancements in aesthetic dermatology. We aim for our patients to feel better about their skin and themselves.

SARASOTA - If your face has started to break out from wearing a mask, you’re not the only one.

SARASOTA-MANATEE (WSNN) - First it was toilet paper hoarding. Now, as our economy and communities reopen and we consider tip-toeing back into restaurants, this issue now maybe. What do we do if we need to go?

If you are an athlete or someone who enjoys working out your goal is to feel and look fantastic. Unfortunately, a consequence of physical activity is the risk of breaking out on your face, upper arms and trunk.

We all know the benefits of taking vitamin C but did you know that when it comes to your skin topical vitamin C delivers 20 times more vitamin C than taking it orally!

The Mohs procedure is a state-of-the-art treatment that has been continuously refined over 70 years. With the Mohs technique, physicians are able to see beyond the visible disease, to precisely identify and remove the entire tumor layer by layer.

Here at Paradise Dermatology, we utilize Photodynamic therapy (PDT) to treat actinic keratosis. An actinic keratosis (AK), also known as a solar keratosis, is a crusty, scaly growth caused by damage from exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Should I put Neosporin on this?

Acne is the most common skin disorder for teenagers and adults. Learn about causes, treatments and side effects.

Eczema is the general term for any type of dermatitis or inflammation of the skin. Learn about causes, treatments and side effects.

Psoriasis is the most common autoimmune disease in the U.S. Learn about causes, treatments and side effects.

Skin cancer affects one in five Americans. Learn about causes, treatments and side effects.

You have probably heard of Botox® before, the magical treatment that relaxes the lines to give you a natural refreshed look, but this is just one of the few options currently available.

Paradise Dermatology is excited to now offer a solution to patients concerned with rosacea, facial veins, cherry angiomas, and spider veins on the legs - the Excel V Laser

In Florida it’s pretty much swimsuit season year-round. If you’re not feeling beach ready let us help!

Psoriasis is a condition where the body makes new skin cells in days rather than weeks.

You constantly hear that vitamin A is the go-to ingredient for fighting fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots and clearing up skin. We would certainly agree, but with all the products containing variations of vitamin A, prescription and non-prescription, it's easy to get confused about which is right for you.

Scalp conditions share similar signs and symptoms of scaling, inflammation, hair loss, and itching, so getting the correct diagnosis is important. Let’s discuss the most common scalp conditions and the best methods for treatment.

A skin biopsy is a procedure in which a dermatologist cuts and removes a small sample of skin to have it tested. This sample may help your dermatologist diagnose diseases such as skin cancer, rashes, infection, or other skin disorders. Done under local anesthesia in the office, the procedure is quick and relatively painless.

Microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment that triggers the body’s natural wound healing process, resulting in cell turnover and stimulating collagen and elastin production, reversing as well as preventing signs of aging.

Teen acne is a skin condition causing bumps on the face, back, and chest. Read about the Do’s & Dont's of Teen Acne.

A GUIDE TO SKINCARE DURING PREGNANCY - Pregnancy can be a time of excitement and happiness but also uncertainty, especially when it comes to skincare.

Many of our patients come in for skin checks and have one or more skin biopsies (samples) performed to determine if a suspicious lesion is benign or malignant. - how worried should you be?

Dermatology is a mainstream medical specialty. Like traditional health care, most services a dermatologist offers are covered by insurance. However, medications, procedures, and some conditions won’t be payable by health insurance.

If you have sensitive skin purchasing skincare products can seem overwhelming and scary. Knowing what to look for and what to avoid is important.

Any time we start discussing the best ways to exfoliate the skin, it’s not long before the ingredients glycolic acid and salicylic acid come up. But which one is right for your skin?

Learn Interesting Facts About Your Skin!

What are Milia? How to treat Milia?

My current am routine is Revision Vitamin C 30% lotion with intellishade original over it. That gives me sun protection, a little bit of coverage and a healthy glow.

What is acne? What are your treatment options for acne?

Hyperpigmentation such as age spots, acne scars, and melasma are darkened spots or patches on the skin. It is caused by an overproduction of melanin. Sun exposure is the main cause of overproduction of melanin in the skin.

While living in paradise has its advantages, most of us struggle with the effects of the hot, sunny climate and the Florida lifestyle on our skin. A common issue facing most people is hyperpigmentation.

Mole or Melanoma?Summer is fast approaching and that means more fun in the sun! It is time to get sun-smart to prevent UV radiation from causing skin cancer.

Yes, men come to the dermatologist for more than their annual skin check. Here are some of the top skin concerns I hear from men and some of my recommendations:

As we age, one of the most common concerns we have is the appearance of wrinkles. And although the formation of wrinkles is a natural part of the aging process, we’d all like to find the best techniques for diminishing them.

If you haven’t heard: April is National Rosacea Awareness Month. And while we’ve all heard about rosacea, surprisingly, 95% of Americans suffering from it know little to nothing about it—or its signs and symptoms.