Lice Specialists Cleveland TN

Find Lice Specialists in Cleveland, TN. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Cleveland, TN.

Local Businesses

Plastic Surgery Clnc-Cleveland

(423) 472-1996
597 Church St Ne
Cleveland, TN 37311


Hoops, Michael L – Plastic Surgery Clnc-Cleveland

(417) 875-3246
597 Church St Ne
Cleveland, TN 37311


Michael Lee Hoops

423-472-1996
597 Church St Ne
Cleveland, TN 37311


Mc Carley, Kenneth H – Cleveland Head & Neck Clinic

(417) 877-0630
2414 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37311


Whaley, Vandra – Plastic Surgery Clnc-Cleveland

(423) 472-1996
597 Church St Ne
Cleveland, TN 37364


Rda/Aia

(423) 499-4100
2253 Chambliss Ave Nw, Ste 401
Cleveland, TN 37311


Cleveland Eye Clinic

(423) 472-5401
2415 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37311


Byrd, Jack P – Cleveland Head & Neck Clinic

(423) 472-6581
2414 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37364


Viser, Timothy A – Cleveland Head & Neck Clinic

(417) 887-3855
2414 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37311


Don Charles Harting

423-479-8648
2200 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37311


Hoops, Michael L – Plastic Surgery Clnc-Cleveland

(423) 472-1996
597 Church St Ne
Cleveland, TN 37364


Don Harting

(423) 479-8648
2200 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37311


Cleveland Skin And Cancer Clinic

(423) 476-2882
2200 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37311


Dr.Don Harting

(423) 479-8648
2200 Chambliss Avenue Northwest
Cleveland, TN 37311


Chung, John – Skin Cancer Dermatology Center

(423) 472-3332
2253 Chambliss Ave Nw, #202
Cleveland, TN 37311


Surgery Center Of Cleveland

(423) 472-7874
137 25Th St Ne
Cleveland, TN 37311


Cleveland Head-Neck Clinic Pc

(423) 472-6581
2414 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37311


Thompson, Theresa – Cleveland Head & Neck Clinic

(423) 472-6581
2414 Chambliss Ave Nw
Cleveland, TN 37364


Daubner Elizabeth Allen

(423)614-0777
1494 Stuart Road Northeast
Cleveland, TN 37312


Michael Hoops

(423) 472-1996
597 Church Street, N.E.
Cleveland, TN 37311


Lice Specialists FAQ in Cleveland, TN

Will my lice ever go away?

You Have to Treat Them Head lice will not go away on their own. If you think your child has an infestation, there are several steps you should take right away. Call your doctor to confirm the diagnosis. Notify your child’s day care or school so other students can be checked.

How many lice are usually found on a head?

Typically, 10–15 head lice are found. The number of lice often depends on personal hygiene, for example, how often the person bathes, shampoos, or changes and washes his/her clothing.

How do I disinfect my house from lice?

Wash items on a hot water cycle and dry on high heat for at least twenty minutes. The heated wash and dry will remove and kill any lice left. Carpets, mattresses, and flooring can simply be vacuumed and cleaned with everyday cleaning products.

How long is the lifespan of head lice?

Adult lice can live up to 30 days on a person’s head. To live, adult lice need to feed on blood several times daily. Without blood meals, the louse will die within 1 to 2 days off the host.

What kills unhatched lice eggs?

Spinosad topical suspension, 0.9%, was approved by the FDA in 2011. Since it kills live lice as well as unhatched eggs, retreatment is usually not needed. Nit combing is not required. Spinosad topical suspension is approved for the treatment of children 6 months of age and older.

What doctor do I see for lice?

If your child has head lice, a dermatologist can tell. A dermatologist can also recommend an effective treatment for your child. This may be one of the prescription treatments. Sometimes, simply combing your child’s hair to remove the lice and nits (eggs) can be effective.

Will lice go away if I shave my head?

Shaving Will Not Get Rid of Lice. The reason shaving will not work is because lice live on the base of the hair, and on the scalp. The nits are laid right at the base of the hair oftentimes against the scalp. Shaving will not get close enough to make an impact on the lice and nits.

What naturally keeps lice away?

Coconut, tea tree oil, lavender, eucalyptus, rosemary, lemon grass, and peppermint are scents popularly believed to repel lice. Using any coconut scented shampoo and conditioner is an easy way to increase your defense.

Why won’t my nits go away?

Because the active ingredients have remained the same all these years, new generations of head lice have become immune to them. Once lice become immune, the product no longer works. Scientists call this resistance.

Are lice good for anything?

Parasites such as lice have a role in the conditioning of a ‘natural’ immune system and reducing the likelihood of immune dysfunctions, a study of mice from a Nottinghamshire forest indicates.

Should I tell people I have lice?

Children are vulnerable to acquiring head lice over and over again. Telling others that you are screening regularly may help raise the community standard by reminding others to do the same.

Can lice survive hair dye?

Hair dye may kill lice as it contains chemicals such as ammonia and hydrogen peroxide, which lice may be sensitive to. However, it is not likely that hair dye can kill nits, which will return as lice once hatched.