Pediatric Dermatology

Caring for their children’s skin is important to most parents. The Long Beach pediatric dermatologists at Ulmer Dermatology are familiar with both the childhood illnesses and conditions that can affect a child’s appearance and comfort, as well as more serious conditions that impact his or her general health.

Skin conditions children often experience include eczema, infections, poison ivy and other rashes. Other less common ones include chicken pox, ringworm, scabies, warts and hives. Birthmarks can range from small areas that fade away on their own to large, disfiguring marks that require treatment or even surgery. Lyme Disease is a serious illness that usually develops 7 to 14 days after getting bitten by an infected deer tick. An early symptom is a rash that is often overlooked or misidentified. Children can also develop skin cancers or other serious autoimmune skin-related disorders.

Of course, many teens suffer from acne. In fact, approximately 90% of the individuals in the United States are affected by acne at one time or another. Our board certified dermatologists have many highly effective acne treatments. See our dramatic before-and-after shots of former acne sufferers successfully treated by our pediatric dermatologists.

If you are concerned about your child’s skin and you live in Long Beach, pediatric dermatologists will be glad to provide a consultation. Specialists Dr. Ulmer, Dr. Gabriel and Dr. Lee are described in patient testimonials as “friendly” and “approachable.” The American Academy of Dermatologists provides a website on skin care for children, which is another great resource for parents and their kids.

To make an appointment with one of our Long Beach pediatric dermatologists, or just to call for more information, please contact us online or call (562) 435-5621.