Actinic 
Keratosis

Targeted care for sun-damaged skin to prevent progression and support long-term skin health.

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Condition Overview

Actinic keratosis is a common precancerous condition resulting from long-term sun exposure and UV damage. It presents as rough, scaly patches on areas frequently exposed to the sun.

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Signs & Symptoms

  • Rough, dry patches

  • Pink or skin-colored scaly spots

  • Persistent crusted areas

  • Lesions that don’t heal

Why It Happens

  • Chronic UV exposure

  • Fair skin

  • History of sunburns

  • Weakened immune system

Available Treatments

Cryotherapy

Quick cryotherapy treatment to safely remove unwanted skin lesions.

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350

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Skin Cancer Screening

Early detection through precise, clinician-led skin evaluation.

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350

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Cryotherapy

Quick cryotherapy treatment to safely remove unwanted skin lesions.

From $

350

Learn More

Skin Cancer Screening

Early detection through precise, clinician-led skin evaluation.

From $

350

Learn More

When to Take the Next Step

While not all actinic keratoses become cancerous, some may progress to invasive squamous cell carcinoma. Early, proactive treatment helps significantly reduce this risk and protect long-term skin health.

Signs It’s Time for a Visit

If symptoms persist, consider a professional evaluation.

  • Rough, scaly patches that persist or recur

  • Spots that enlarge, bleed, or feel sensitive to touch

  • Cumulative sun exposure over time

  • Previous diagnosis of skin cancer

This May Be Right For You

Persistent Skin Changes

You have a rough or scaly patch that isn’t healing or continues to return over time.

Persistent Skin Changes

You have a rough or scaly patch that isn’t healing or continues to return over time.

Changing or Irritated Lesions

A spot is growing, bleeding, tender, or becoming more noticeable or sensitive over time.

Changing or Irritated Lesions

A spot is growing, bleeding, tender, or becoming more noticeable or sensitive over time.

Sun Exposure History

You’ve had significant sun exposure or a personal history of skin cancer, increasing your risk of these lesions.

Sun Exposure History

You’ve had significant sun exposure or a personal history of skin cancer, increasing your risk of these lesions.

Active Treatment

2–8 Weeks

Most patients see visible improvement, with consistency key to lasting results.

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What to Know Before Your Visit

Are actinic keratoses skin cancer?

They are considered precancerous lesions, meaning they have the potential to develop into skin cancer over time if left untreated.

Are actinic keratoses skin cancer?

They are considered precancerous lesions, meaning they have the potential to develop into skin cancer over time if left untreated.

Is treatment painful?

Cryotherapy may cause brief discomfort during treatment, typically lasting only a few seconds.

Is treatment painful?

Cryotherapy may cause brief discomfort during treatment, typically lasting only a few seconds.

Will they return?

New lesions can develop over time, especially with continued sun exposure, which is why ongoing skin monitoring is important.

Will they return?

New lesions can develop over time, especially with continued sun exposure, which is why ongoing skin monitoring is important.

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First Step

Book Now

Start With Guidance

Let’s Build Your Plan

Help Me Choose