At RefinedMD many patients ask whether they really need a yearly mole check, especially if they have never had a concerning spot before. The answer is yes, because skin cancer often develops quietly and can be easily missed without a professional eye. An annual mole...
When you book a skin check, you and your provider will review existing moles and new growths, and you’ll want to be aware of the well-known “ABCDE” rule. A stands for Asymmetry, meaning one half of the mole doesn’t match the other half. B stands...
Short days, softer sunlight, and cooler weather make late fall and winter ideal for full-body skin exams. With less UV exposure, your skin is calmer and easier to evaluate, and any biopsies or follow-up care fit more comfortably into the season. RefinedMD encourages an annual...
Summer brings sunshine, vacations, and plenty of time outdoors—but it also means months of UV exposure that can quietly damage your skin. Even with diligent sunscreen use, small changes in moles or new spots may appear, and autumn is the perfect season to take stock...
Your skin tells a story—and sometimes, it may be trying to warn you. At RefinedMD, annual mole checks are a vital part of keeping that story a healthy one. A full-body skin exam is one of the easiest and most effective ways to detect early...
As summer wraps up, it’s the perfect time to schedule an annual mole check—a simple, proactive step available at RefinedMD that can make all the difference in protecting your skin. After months of sun exposure from vacations, outdoor activities, and weekend getaways, now is when...
The importance of regular mole checks and skin exams can’t be overstated—especially since skin cancer remains the most common form of cancer in humans. At RefinedMD, we emphasize that finding suspicious moles early is often the difference between easy treatment and life-threatening disease. Recent U.S....
Summer is here—which means more time in the sun, more skin exposure, and more opportunities for damage. Whether you're planning a beach getaway, hiking adventure, or just spending extra hours outdoors, it's the ideal time to schedule your annual skin check at RefinedMD. While skin...
Most of us know to wear sunscreen, avoid tanning beds, and stay in the shade when we can—but fewer people think about what happens after years of sun exposure accumulate. Moles may seem harmless. Many are. But some aren’t—and the only way to know for...
RefinedMD encourages all patients to include an annual mole check as part of their wellness routine—not just for aesthetics, but for health. While many people focus on skin care treatments that smooth, tighten, and refresh, one of the most critical steps you can take is...