Skin Cancer Prevention and Treatment

The incidence of all types of skin cancer has drastically increased over the last four decades, especially the dreaded melanoma, one of the most lethal types of all cancers. Early detection is the key to permanent cure, which usually involves surgical excision in the office setting. Dr. Benson has a long-established reputation as an expert in the prevention, detection, and treatment of all skin cancers with thirty years of experience both in the US and New Zealand , the skin cancer capitol of the world. Our patients receive the latest and most effective preventative measures with a range of specialty antioxidants, sunblocks, and cosmetics. Detection of skin cancers is an everyday occurrence at Benson Dermatology due to regular intensive screening exams. Surgical or medical removal of skin cancers is our specialty, with most excisions done in the office under local anesthesia yielding excellent cosmetic results.

If you or a loved one has a skin growth which is new, changing in color or size, irritated or ulcerated, or dark or multicolored, please call for an appointment. The same advice applies if you have a close relative who's been diagnosed with melanoma.