Dermatology Specialists Doctors Utah

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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
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Springville Dermatology offers the latest in
medical dermatology services as well as
results-oriented cosmetic dermatology products
and procedures. We welcome you and hope you will
feel comfortable in our care. 
If you have any type of skin problem, irritation,
or change- be it acne, rosacea, warts, moles,
psoriasis, rashes, wrinkles, and the like, please
feel call us so that we can help make your skin
the best it can be.
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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
Have the Skin You Always Wanted
Get tips on how to achieve healthy, smooth and
soft skin that radiates good health. Just a few
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Dr. Michael W. Peterson
Dr. Michael W. Peterson, D.O. returns to Utah
Valley after serving as a medical officer and
dermatologist in the United States Army for 12
years. Dr. Peterson was raised in Utah County and
is a graduate of Brigham Young University. He
attended medical school at the College of
Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific where he
received Sigma Sigma Phi honors and was awarded
the Health Professions Army Scholarship. His
post-graduate training included a transitional
internship at William Beaumont Army Medical
Center and a residency in dermatology at
the Medical College of Wisconsin. Most recently,
he completed a fellowship in Dermatopathology at
the University of Texas Southwestern under the
direction of the world-renowned Dr. Clay
Cockerell. Dr. Peterson is dual-board certified
in Dermatology and Dermatopathology from
the American Board of Dermatology.
In his clinics, Dr. Michael Peterson focuses on
all aspects of general, medical, and pediatric
dermatology and has a special interest in
diagnosing skin biopsies under the microscope. He
also enjoys teaching patients to become more
knowledgeable about managing their own skin
conditions.
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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
Have the Skin You Always Wanted
Currently, Dr. Michael Peterson is an associate
professor for the Aspen Dermatology Residency
program where he enjoys educating physicians to
become dermatologists. He has given numerous CME
lectures, published multiple peer-reviewed
journal articles, and has written chapters in
dermatology textbooks. Dr. Peterson is a member
of the Sigma Sigma Phi Honor Society, the
American Medical Association, and the American
Academy of Dermatology.
Get tips on how to achieve healthy, smooth and
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During his military career, MAJ(P) Michael
Peterson was an ambassador in the field of
dermatology. He served overseas on two different
assignments and was the Chief of Dermatology at
the 121 Hospital in Seoul Korea. During his
service, he was awarded two Meritorious Service
Medals, the Army Accommodation Medal, and two
Army Achievement Medals. 
Dr. Peterson served a two-year ecclesiastical
service mission to Taiwan and is fluent in
Chinese. He is married to Nicole Jensen Peterson
and they are blessed to have five beautiful
childrenthree boys and two girls. They have
enjoyed living in and traveling to many areas of
the world, including South Korea and Puerto Rico.
They are currently residing in Mapleton, Utah.
Dr. Peterson is accepting patients at his new
clinic in Springville, Utah conveniently located
at 732 North Main next to Sonic Drive-in and Auto
Zone. 
Call 801-704-7001 to schedule an appointment with
Dr. Michael Peterson today!
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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
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Surgical Dermatology
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For your added convenience and to offer a more
cost-effective treatment option, patients needing
surgical dermatology procedures can actually have
them performed right here in our office. Patients
will find a sterile, safe, and relaxing
environment for surgical procedures to be done
efficiently. Our surgical services include the
following
SKIN CANCER EXCISION
Some non-melanoma skin cancers, such as basal
cell and squamous cell carcinomas, may be removed
using a standard excision. This procedure removes
the skin cancer as well as a small portion of the
healthy tissue surrounding it. The area is then
closed using stitches or, if the incision is
large, a flap or skin graph.
CYST LIPOMA EXCISION
Cysts are small closed sacs that contain fluid or
solid material. They may be surgically removed to
avoid problems such as inflammation and
infection, or to improve cosmetic appearance.
Lipomas differ from cysts in that they are
primary composed of soft, fatty tissue. Lipomas
are typically benign, easily movable and
painless. Both cysts and lipomas may be
surgically removed to avoid problems such as
inflammation and infection, or to improve
cosmetic appearance
CYST LIPOMA EXCISION
Cysts are small closed sacs that contain fluid or
solid material. They may be surgically removed to
avoid problems such as inflammation and
infection, or to improve cosmetic appearance.
Lipomas differ from cysts in that they are
primary composed of soft, fatty tissue. Lipomas
are typically benign, easily movable and
painless. Both cysts and lipomas may be
surgically removed to avoid problems such as
inflammation and infection, or to improve
cosmetic appearance.
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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
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Surgical Dermatology
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soft skin that radiates good health. Just a few
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MOLE REMOVAL
Moles are normally harmless and quite common for
most skin. These growths are usually tan or brown
in color, sometimes raised, and come in a variety
of shapes and sizes. Over time, some moles may
change, becoming lighter in color, or bigger.
Another treatment is to remove your mole by
surgical excision or shave excision to stop
irritation, to improve appearance, or to prevent
the mole from becoming cancerous. A change in a
mole can indicate a serious problem. If you have
a mole that has become larger, changed color, is
asymmetric, seems to have developed an irregular
border, itches, crusts, bleeds, or is painful,
consult Dr. Peterson immediately.
WART REMOVAL
Warts are growths of thick layers of skin that
are caused by a virus. People of all ages may
develop warts anywhere on the skin with varying
degrees of discomfort. Warts may be removed by
cryosurgery, curettage, electro surgery,
injections with chemicals, or laser surgery.
ACNE SCAR REDUCTION
This procedure can typically improve the way
scars look by changing the size, depth, or color.
However, no scar can ever be completely erased,
and no technique will return the scar to its
normal uninjured appearance. Patients are
pleasantly surprised by how much smoother and
lighter their skin looks after an acne scar
reduction. Dr. Peterson will suggest the best
approach after an examination.
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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
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Dermatopathology
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What is Dermatopathology?
Der-mato-pathology is the microscopic examination
and diagnosis of skin disorders.? A
dermatopathologist is a highly trained physician
who specializes in diagnosing skin diseases by
looking through a microscope.
When a dermatologist elects to do a skin biopsy
it is because they are unsure of the diagnosis or
they want to understand the growth pattern of a
particular skin cancer to determine the best
surgical approach. The accurate microscopic
interpretation of the biopsy is important and it
is best to have someone who understands both the
clinical and pathological side of the skin
diseases. 
Dr. Michael W. Peterson is double board certified
in dermatology and dermatopathology and examines
biopsy and excisional specimens from many
dermatologists and providers in the valley.
Dermatopathologists provide a personal,
consultative service to dermatologists, which
includes analyzing your medical information in
conjunction with observations through the
microscope. The ultimate goal is to provide the
best possible care for the patient.
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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
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Get tips on how to achieve healthy, smooth and
soft skin that radiates good health. Just a few
minutes each day can make all the difference.
Dry Skin
If your skin has a strong tendency toward
dehydration, lacks oil, and has few breakouts if
any at all, it is considered dry. In more extreme
cases, dry skin lacks elasticity and can be
extremely sensitive to the sun, wind, and cold
temperatures. Wash your face once a day with a
rich, creamy cleanser and warm water.
Treatment Tip Rinse with warm water and pat your
skin dry. Use toner to help with that tight and
flaky feeling of dehydration. Avoid toners and
makeup that contain alcohol as alcohol-based
products have a drying effect on skin. Use a
cream-based lotion to hydrate your skin and keep
it rejuvenated.
Oily Skin
If your skin is oily, it usually has a lot of
shine to it very soon after cleansing and the
pores are generally slightly enlarged. It is more
prone to pimples, blackheads,and whiteheads than
other skin types and is coarser in texture.
Treatment Your skin tends to attract more dirt
than dry skin, so wash your face twice a day with
a gentle non-foaming cleanser and warm water.
Rinse with warm water. Use an alcohol-free,
hydrating toner to help remove additional
residue. Oil blotting sheets through out the day
can help control shine, and it takes as little as
3 minutes after lunch. Although your skin's oily,
you still must moisturize it with a light
moisturizer daily, or your skin will become dry
underneath and overcompensate by producing more
oil.
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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
Have the Skin You Always Wanted
Get tips on how to achieve healthy, smooth and
soft skin that radiates good health. Just a few
minutes each day can make all the difference.
Normal Skin
Some consider normal skin to be combination skin,
but it is not. If your skin is oily in the "T
zone" and your nose while dry and taut on the
cheeks, it is considered normal. It's also
considered normal if it changes with seasons
(dryer in winter, oilier in summer). Normal skins
can also be 'Normal-To's' as in normal to oily or
normal to dry.
Treatment Wash your face with cleansers that are
designed for your normal/normal-to skin type.
Wipe an alcohol free, hydrating toner all over
the face. Apply moisturizer more frequently to
dry skin
Combination Skin
Combination skin is comprised of two extreme skin
types on one face. These situations occur when
there is acne and a lot of oil in one area when
the rest of the skin is generally dry (no oil).
Two common examples are dry skin with papular and
pustular acne on the cheeks or a normal skin with
inflamed papular and pustular acne in the chin
and mouth area.
Treatment Tend to each area appropriately as
described above. If the acne is severe, consult a
dermatologist or esthetician
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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
Have the Skin You Always Wanted
Get tips on how to achieve healthy, smooth and
soft skin that radiates good health. Just a few
minutes each day can make all the difference.
Sensitive Skin
Please note that you may have sensitive skin and
normal, oily, or dry. If your skin has allergic
reactions to beauty products and is usually
sensitive to the sun, wind, and cold weather, it
is sensitive. Sensitivity can show up in rash,
redness, inflammation, acne, and dilated
capillaries.
Treatment Look for cleansers, toners, makeup,
and moisturizers that are fragrance-free and
hypoallergenic. Cleanse, tone and moisturize with
gentle products everyday. The idea for your skin
is to always choose products with a soothing
benefit. Some common ingredients to look for are
chamomile, azulene, bisabolol, allantoin,
lavender, camphor, calamine, rosemary, thyme,
aloe vera, coconut oil etc.
TIPS

• Oil blotting sheets can help absorb oil through
  the day so you are not tempted to re-apply powder
  or foundation, or overwash your face.
• Avoid stretching or pulling on the delicate skin
  near your eyes when putting on creams or
  cosmetics. This delicate area shows age markings
  like wrinkles much sooner than it should when
  subjected to too much rough handling.
• Avoid touching your skin with high force or avoid
  scratching your skin as much as possible

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801-704-7001
732 North Main Springville, UT 84663
Have the Skin You Always Wanted
Contact Us
Get tips on how to achieve healthy, smooth and
soft skin that radiates good health. Just a few
minutes each day can make all the difference.
Springville Dermatology 732 North Main
Springville, UT 84663  Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]  www.springvillederma
tology.com