Psoriasis: Renew the Appearance of Your Skin & Claim Your Relief
Feeling comfortable in your own skin is difficult when psoriasis impacts your physical and emotional well-being. Psoriasis can range from small, localized spots to widespread, systemic coverage. While characterized by thick, red, itchy, scaly patches on the skin, psoriasis can be much more invasive and impact more than just skin health.
At Valley Dermatology and Plastic Surgery, we renew the appearance and health of your skin to help you find relief from psoriasis, putting smoother, radiant skin within your reach.
At Valley Dermatology and Plastic Surgery, our goal is to help you find relief from your psoriasis symptoms and help you make an informed decision about your treatment options. Dr. Kyle Sanniec, a highly respected, board-certified plastic surgeon with over a decade of experience, offers innovative psoriasis treatments at his state-of-the-art offices in Scottsdale, Mesa, and Glendale, AZ. His team delivers professional, personalized treatments to help you look and feel your best.
What Is Psoriasis?
Psoriasis is a chronic condition caused by an overactive immune system, characterized by thick, red, itchy, and scaly patches on the skin due to rapid skin cell growth and inflammation. The extent of skin involvement may vary from small, localized areas to widespread body coverage, affecting the joints, nails, scalp, and in some cases, the mucous membranes like those on the inside of the nose and mouth. Severe psoriasis can significantly impact both physical and overall well-being.
While psoriasis does not have a cure, there are various treatments available to alleviate psoriasis symptoms, including topical medications, light therapies, and systemic medications. Depending on the severity of symptoms, multiple treatments can be used.
What Causes Psoriasis?
Often, psoriasis is found to run in families, suggesting a genetic predisposition. Research shows us that specific genes can elevate the risk of developing psoriasis.
Several environmental and lifestyle factors can also exacerbate or trigger symptoms, including:
- Stress
- Skin injuries, including cuts, scrapes, or sunburns
- Infections, particularly strep throat
- Medications, such as lithium, prednisone, or hydroxychloroquine
- Weather
- Smoking, alcohol consumption, and obesity can increase risks and severity
When Should You Seek Psoriasis Treatment in Glendale, AZ?
If you are experiencing changes in your skin that aren’t improving with over-the-counter remedies, it may be time to see your healthcare provider. Early diagnosis and treatment may help manage psoriasis symptoms and prevent them from worsening or leading to complications like psoriatic arthritis.
Consider seeing an experienced professional like Dr. Sanniec if you notice symptoms like a rash, scaling, itching, or discomfort. If your symptoms are severe, widespread, or do not improve with initial treatments, we may recommend more aggressive treatments, including systemic options like oral or injectable medications.
Seek treatment from your provider if:
- Your symptoms haven’t improved after using topical creams or ointments for weeks or months
- Your symptoms cause inflammation, discomfort, or pain and interfere with daily activities
- You have joint pain or swelling, which can indicate psoriatic arthritis or permanent joint damage
- Your symptoms impact your quality of life, cause self-consciousness, or embarrassment
- You are experiencing unknown skin changes
- Your symptoms are spreading or worsening
- You are uncomfortable with your current treatment plan
Psoriasis Treatment Options in Glendale, AZ
Although there is no cure for psoriasis, treatments can help manage symptoms. Psoriasis treatments aim to slow the growth of skin cells and reduce scales. Treatment depends on the severity of your psoriasis symptoms and your body’s response to past methods. You and your healthcare provider may need to try different drugs or combinations before finding what works for your system. Often, psoriasis can return, even after effective treatment.
Psoriasis treatment typically starts with creams or moisturizers and then topical medications if those are not effective. These treatments, such as corticosteroids or medications similar to Vitamin D, are applied directly to the skin. For more severe cases of psoriasis, light therapies, like photodynamic therapy, may be recommended. Other medications, like injectable or oral treatments, may be necessary for systemic cases.
Topical Treatments
Topical treatments help reduce inflammation, slow skin cell growth, and improve the appearance of skin patches. They come in various strengths based on the severity of symptoms and may include:
- Corticosteroids
- Vitamin D Analogues
- Retinoids
- Anthralin
- Salicylic Acid
- Coal Tar
Light Therapies
Light therapies can help target specific areas of the skin to slow down skin cell growth and minimize inflammation, including:
- Photodynamic Therapy
- UVB Phototherapy
- PUVA Phototherapy
- Targeted Phototherapy
Medications
Medications, including biologic injectables and oral treatments, are medications that can target specific portions of the immune system to help reduce inflammation and slow skin cell production. Some of these medications are immunosuppressants that repress or block pathways in the immune system.
Other complementary treatments may include:
- Moisturizers to hydrate the skin, reducing dryness and itching
- Warm water soaks often soften psoriatic plaques and help lift scales
- Balneotherapy is a form of hydrotherapy that utilizes mineral spring water
- Stress reduction techniques may help manage psoriasis flares
- Complementary and integrative medicine practices like acupuncture, herbal remedies, or diet changes
Why Choose Valley Dermatology and Plastic Surgery in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. Kyle Sanniec is a board-certified plastic surgeon who brings a meticulous and patient-focused approach to every treatment. With over a decade of experience in aesthetics and a deep understanding of skin health, Dr. Sanniec and his team provide expert guidance and safe, effective skincare solutions. With convenient locations in Scottsdale, Mesa, and Glendale, you’ll receive personalized care in a comfortable, welcoming environment.
Dr. Kyle Sanniec
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Authenticity. Integrity. Honesty. These characteristics are the foundation of Dr. Kyle Sanniec’s practice. With Midwestern values of hard work and humility, Dr. Sanniec sees himself as “the regular person’s plastic surgeon.” Dr. Sanniec focuses on delivering elite-level plastic surgery to patients who never thought they would get plastic surgery—the woman who wants to feel better in a bathing suit after her third kid or the man who wants the reflection in the mirror to match who he feels like inside.
Ready to Learn More? Schedule Your Psoriasis Consultation Today
Reclaim your relief and confidence when you renew your skin’s health with psoriasis treatments in Scottsdale, AZ. With psoriasis treatment options, Dr. Kyle Sanniec and his expert team can help you restore your skin’s health and improve your comfort.
Schedule your consultation or call (623) 937-8969 today at one of Dr. Sanniec’s offices in Scottsdale, Mesa, or Glendale to discover how psoriasis treatment can benefit you.
