Skin Cancer Specialists Laguna Beach CA

Find Skin Cancer Specialists in Laguna Beach, CA. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Laguna Beach, CA.

Local Businesses

Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Institute

(877) 364-4808
4340 Sw 110Th Ave
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Arian S Mowlavi

(949) 499-4147
31542 Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Lawrence Alan Machtinger

949-499-7178
31872 Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Dan Mills

(949) 499-2800
18147 Nw Cambray St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Danl Clifford Mills

949-499-2800
31852 Pacific Coast Highway Suite 401
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Goldberg, Glenn I Do – Coast Dermatology Laser

(949) 499-1389
31852 Coast Hwy, Ste 300
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Arian Mowlavi Facs

(949) 499-4147
1907 S. Beretania Street Suite 120
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Glenn Goldberg

949-499-1389
31852 Coast Hwy Ste 300
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


West Dermatology

(949) 715-9129
2007 S Coast Hwy, Ste C
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Glenn Ivan Goldberg, Do

949-499-1389
31852 Coast Hwy Ste 300
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Lilla A Breyer

714-421-2267
273 Beverly St
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Goldberg, Glenn

949-499-1389
31852 Coast Hwy Ste 300
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Dan Mills

Suite 401 31852 Pacific Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Cosmetic Surgery Clinics

(949) 499-3915
Suite 4 10051 Lake Avenue
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Konstantine Sparkuhl

714-288-1500
Po Box 84
Laguna Beach, CA 92652


Daniel C Mills

(949) 499-2800
31852 Pac Coast Hwy – Suite #401
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Arian Mowlavi

(949) 499-4147
31542 Pacific Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Danl Clifford Mills Ii

949-499-2500
31852 Coast Hwy Ste 401
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Glenn I Goldberg

(949) 499-1389
31852 Coast Hwy – Suite 300
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


William Barsley Pike

714-964-6229
2581 Iris Way
Laguna Beach, CA 92651


Skin Cancer Specialists FAQ in Laguna Beach, CA

What skin conditions can be mistaken for skin cancer?

Here are 5 skin conditions that often mimic skin cancer, which include psoriasis, sebaceous hyperplasia, seborrheic keratosis, nevus, and cherry angioma.

Which is worse basal or squamous?

Though not as common as basal cell (about one million new cases a year), squamous cell is more serious because it is likely to spread (metastasize). Treated early, the cure rate is over 90%, but metastases occur in 1%–5% of cases. After it has metastasized, it’s very difficult to treat.

What does the beginning of squamous cell carcinoma look like?

SCCs can appear as thick, rough, scaly patches that may crust or bleed. They can also resemble warts, or open sores that don’t completely heal. Sometimes SCCs show up as growths that are raised at the edges with a lower area in the center that may bleed or itch.

How quickly does skin cancer spread?

Melanoma can grow very quickly. It can become life-threatening in as little as 6 weeks and, if untreated, it can spread to other parts of the body.

Do you need chemo for basal cell carcinoma?

Basal cell carcinoma very rarely reaches an advanced stage, so systemic chemotherapy is not typically used to treat these cancers. Advanced basal cell cancers are more likely to be treated with targeted therapy.

Do you feel ill with skin cancer?

You can feel well and still have skin cancer Most people who find a suspicious spot on their skin or streak beneath a nail feel fine. They don’t have any pain. They don’t feel ill. The only difference they notice is the suspicious-looking spot.

What are the warning signs of basal cell carcinoma?

A shiny, skin-colored bump that’s translucent, meaning you can see a bit through the surface. A brown, black or blue lesion — or a lesion with dark spots — with a slightly raised, translucent border. A flat, scaly patch with a raised edge. A white, waxy, scar-like lesion without a clearly defined border.

Where is the first place skin cancer spreads to?

Doctors have known for decades that melanoma and many other cancer types tend to spread first into nearby lymph nodes before entering the blood and traveling to distant parts of the body.

Does skin cancer show up in blood tests?

Can Blood Tests or Scans Detect Skin Cancer? Currently, blood tests and imaging scans like MRI or PET are not used as screening tests for skin cancer.

Can a doctor tell if a mole is cancerous just by looking at it?

A visual check of your skin only finds moles that may be cancer. It can’t tell you for sure that you have it. The only way to diagnose the condition is with a test called a biopsy. If your doctor thinks a mole is a problem, they will give you a shot of numbing medicine, then scrape off as much of the mole as possible.