Psoriasis Awareness Month
Where on the Body Can Psoriasis Appear?
Psoriasis is an uncomfortable condition in which the skin develops patches that are red, scaly, and itchy. These patches can form on many areas of the body, causing discomfort. Many people with psoriasis feel self-conscious about these visible patches.
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease, and recent estimates indicate about 8 million U.S. adults have psoriasis.
Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease, which means it is caused by the body’s immune system becoming overactive. In psoriasis, that means the body produces new skin cells too quickly, in a matter of days rather than weeks, which causes irritation and pain. Most people who have psoriasis will experience ups and downs in which the appearance of scaly patches will increase before they subside for a time.
There are several types of psoriasis, and many of them refer to the areas of the body on which psoriasis patches appear. However, the most common form of the disease, plaque psoriasis, causes red, itchy patches on many areas of the body.
Learn more about the different types of psoriasis and psoriasis treatments.
We also encourage you to visit the National Psoriasis Foundation’s website for more information about Psoriasis Action Month.
Hair Loss Awareness Month
Hair loss can occur for both men and women, resulting from age, hormonal changes, genetics, or specific medical conditions. It’s a physical and emotional process that can devastate someone’s self-confidence and wreak havoc on their social participation. Hair loss may be sudden or hair may thin over time. Or, there may be a bald spot or receding hairline and loss of eyebrows. It’s important to determine the cause of any hair loss.
If you’ve noticed that your hair is thinning or you have a bald spot or receding hairline, it’s important to see a board-certified dermatologist.
Depending on a patient’s hair loss diagnosis, Nutrafol, which is a hair growth supplement for women and men, may be recommended as a treatment option.
August Special: Buy a 3-month supply, get 1 FREE!
Skin Care & Aesthetic Treatment Offers
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PicoWay® laser targets unwanted pigmentation, sun damage, and uneven texture with minimal downtime and maximum results.
Pre-purchase PicoWay treatment for fall and receive hands or neck for free.
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Purchase 3 microneedling treatments, get 1 FREE - your perfect glow-up for fall!
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Meghan, a Licensed Aesthetician and Certified Laser Technician, offers appointments at our offices in Marstons Mills and Plymouth.
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Aesthetic patients: When you refer a friend, you will receive $50 off your next treatment, while your friend receives $50 off their first treatment!
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We're holding a Dyson Airwrap I.D. Multistyler giveaway this summer! From June 1st through August 31st, aesthetic patients may be entered into the drawing:
One entry for every 60 units of Daxxify
One entry for each syringe of RHA
Winner will be drawn on Friday September 4th - just in time for Labor Day Weekend!
News & Events
Project Arts Summer Concert Series on the Waterfront
Every Wednesday
From June 24 - August 26, 2026
Family-friendly, free concerts on Plymouth waterfront! In addition to live music by amazing performers, there will be giveaways and raffles from local businesses, including Contemporary Dermatology!
Proudly Sponsoring Cape Cod Baseball League Teams
Contemporary Dermatology is proudly supporting three Cape Cod Baseball League teams this summer! From a
“Skin in the Game” Highlight for Chatham Anglers, to banners at Hyannis Harbor Hawks and the Wareham Gatemen games. Cape Cod Baseball League is the premier collegiate summer league on Cape Cod and has had countless players go on to play in the major league.
