Putting minds at ease with evaluation of skin colored bumps

It is alarming to discover a bump on your skin. A worst-case scenario may come to mind. While some cancerous lesions look innocently-skin colored, most of these bumps are not a health threat. Dr. Amanda Lloyd is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, knowledgeable and experienced in evaluating skin conditions. She helps to put the minds of patients in Encinitas and throughout North County San Diego area at ease, with accurate diagnosis and effective treatment options.

Careful evaluation and testing

Skin colored bumps may be relatively harmless skin lesions such as:

Sebaceous hyperplasia – These small, soft papules usually appear on the forehead, cheeks, or nose of adults, middle-aged or older. Bumps may look fleshy or yellowish in color. They are an inherited trait affecting sebaceous (oil) glands.
Angiofibromas – These small, shiny bumps are flesh-colored or reddish brown, and composed of encapsulated fibrous tissue.They develop on sides of the nose or on cheeks. They are common in males, from adolescence though their 20s.
Benign nevi – A nevus is simply a congenital growth or mark on the skin, such as a mole. It is the result of localized overgrowth of cells that produce melanin in early stages of life.

However, basal cell carcinomas to deadly melanomas can hide in plain sight. Some types form under the surface of skin, sending roots into deep tissues.

Qualified analysis is critical. Dr. Lloyd takes proper steps to ensure that your lesions are indeed benign.

Cosmetic removal

Once a benign determination is confirmed, you may want to discuss having the bump removed for aesthetic reasons. Dr. Lloyd is experienced in traditional surgical excision methods, as well as the latest laser techniques. Her goal is to restore your complexion and peace of mind, with minimal scarring.

If you have skin-colored bumps, call Dr. Lloyd at Skin & Vein Institute in North County San Diego at (760) 642-6674 (new patients) or (760) 452-2080 (existing patients) for skilled, compassionate evaluation.

Success Stories

Sarah B.

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Dr. Lloyd is amazing! She was able to get my skin better than it has ever looked. Her injectables are the best I have ever had and totally natural. So glad I found her!

Larissa S.

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I had the absolute best experience with Dr. Lloyd and her team. Dr Lloyd is so smart and skilled and her team was very professional, informative and kind. She and her team were also the sweetest to follow up with me the next day and a few after that. Top notch, cant recommend more!

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The Skin & Vein Institute has everything that you will need when considering an excellent skin care facility. They have a fabulous spa-like office suite where you can watch videos on how-to take the best care of your skin, you can treat yourself to a cup of tea, or check out the new mini skin care items in the sample bowl!

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Meet Dr. Amanda Lloyd

DR. AMANDA LLOYD HAS BEEN SERVING HER PATIENTS MORE THAN 15 YEARS.

Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Amanda Lloyd has expertise ranging from cosmetic to cancerous. After completing her Bachelor’s degree, Medical Degree and Dermatology residency, she established the Skin & Vein Institute in Encinitas, CA. She is an authority on cosmetic dermatology and injectables, laser therapies, venous disease treatments and skin cancer surgery with cosmetic reconstruction. Additional training with Mohs Surgery and cosmetic dermatology fellowship, many published articles and textbook chapters have enhanced her profile.

Dr. Lloyd’s well-rounded approach to skin care, health, and appearance and membership in many dermatology associations have gained her respect among peers. She regularly lectures her peers at the dermatologic national meetings.

She has earned her patients trust as a dermatology authority who wants to make them look their best so they Look Stunning, Always.

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