Actinic Keratosis

An actinic keratosis, also known as a solar keratosis, is a common premalignant skin lesion. An actinic keratosis occurs when the cells that comprise 90 percent of the epidermis, the keratinocytes, change their size, shape or organization in a process called cutaneous dysplasia. This alters the texture of the skin surface and may extend deeper, into the dermis.
Depending on the location and severity of the lesion, an actinic keratosis may be treated in a number of ways. The patient and doctor will decide on methodology in consultation. These may include:

How Actinic Keratosis treatment in Brooklyn Works:

• Cryotherapy, or freezing
• Curettage, or scraping
• Application of cream or ointment
• Chemical peeling
• Photodynamic therapy using laser light

Schedule Your Appointment

If you would like to discuss treatment for Actinic Keratosis in Brooklyn, call Kleydman Dermatology today to schedule a consultation with our board-certified dermatologist.