Dr. Brett Bender, DO


Physician
Dermatology

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Clarkston Dermatology
5701 Bow Pointe Dr.
Suite 215 and 217
Independence charter Township, Michigan 48346
For an appointment, call (248) 620-3376
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Brett Bender, DO

General and Surgical dermatology, specializing in all diseases of the hair, skin and nails, in patients of all ages. He has a special interest in treating psoriasis and contact dermatitis.

About Dr. Brett Bender, DO

Dr. Bender remains active in academic medicine by serving as a trainer for dermatology residents through Michigan State and as an editorial board member for the Journal of the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology.

 

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...

Education & Training

Brett Bender, originally from Scranton, Pennsylvania, graduated cum laude from the University of Scranton with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and continued with his medical education at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. After completing an internship year in Philadelphia, he completed residency training in family practice at St Luke’s in Allentown, PA and then a residency in dermatology through Michigan State University at Botsford and McLaren Hospitals. For 8 years, Dr. Bender has practiced at Middlebelt Dermatology Center in Farmington Hills, MI as an associate dermatologist.