Your skin is your largest organ, and one of the body parts most susceptible to damage. From the sun’s UV rays to the effects of aging, many factors can affect your skin’s health and appearance. Fortunately, cryotherapy offers an outstanding solution to combat many of these issues. The physicians at Fairview Clinic, P.C. in Dothan, AL, are here to explain four benefits of cryotherapy for the skin. 

Top 4 Ways Cryotherapy Helps Skin Conditions 

1. Treats Sun Damage

Excessive or unprotected exposure to the sun’s UV rays can result in a host of health problems, including actinic keratoses, which are thick patches of scaly, crusty skin. These patches can be uncomfortable, stiff, and itchy. They can also be precancerous. Cryotherapy helps to remove these patches, restoring your skin to a comfortable texture and beautiful appearance. It can also help to reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.

2. Increase Collagen

Collagen is a crucial protein for skin, hair, and nail growth. Production slows as you age, which is why collagen supplements and production stimulation can combat signs of aging, such as wrinkles, under-eye bags, and loss of skin elasticity. 

3. Remove Warts

Cryotherapy, or “freezing off” is one of the most common methods of viral wart removal. The doctor will apply a local anesthetic and apply liquid nitrogen using a probe or cotton swab. The nitrogen kills the abnormal cells, allowing them to be safely removed. Wart-freezing kits are available over-the-counter, but these methods are typically not as effective and can be dangerous to handle. See your dermatologist for safe, lasting results. 

4. Combat Bowen’s Disease

Bowen’s Disease is an early form of squamous cell carcinoma. Symptoms include reddish, plaque-like patches on the skin, usually with an uneven border. Because the cells have not invaded the dermis, dermatologists can use cryotherapy to treat Bowen’s Disease as an alternative to excision. 

If you’re interested in experiencing the benefits of cryotherapy firsthand, turn to the experienced physicians at Fairview Clinic, P.C. From health screenings and preventive care to infectious disease treatment and internal medicine, they provide a comprehensive range of medical services. Voted Alabama’s best clinic in 2017, there’s no one better to trust with your health. Call (334) 794-3192 to schedule an appointment, and visit the website for more information about the clinic and physicians.