Dr. Richard Ferrara, Jr., MD
Cosmetic Dermatology
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Wouldn’t it be great if we could turn back the clock? The war on aging may seem like an unending battle but thankfully there are measures we can take to fight! Here are some basic tips to reduce premature aging. This is an example of a 69-year-old man who drove a delivery truck for 28 years. The Ultraviolet A rays can penetrate car windows leading to this drastic photoaging effect on the left side of the face. Source: NEJM.org Prot...
Winter dryness is often our reminder to get in the habit of moisturizing. With so many hundreds of products on the market, it can get incredibly confusing to find the right moisturizer for you. So let’s break it down. How do moisturizer’s work? The goal of a moisturizer is to increase the water content of the skin. This can be achieved by preventing water evaporation from the skin by using occlusive ingredients or by increasing the integrity of the skin barrier. Increasing the skin&r...
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Ferrara Dermatology Clinic, PC
Ferrara Dermatology Clinic PC is a full-service dermatology practice established in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan in 1958 by Dr. Richard Ferrara, Sr. to offer comprehensive dermatologic, medical, surgical and aesthetic services.
Our team, led by Dr. Richard Ferrara, Jr. and Dr. Katherine Caretti, focuses on overall skin wellness, preventative skin care and, with the support of a highly-trained medical staff, have the ability to manage a wide range of medical and aesthetic dermatology. From routine yearly skin examinations to the management of skin cancer and other skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis and eczema, our practice provides individualized, comprehensive services to help you maintain healthy skin throughout the stages of your life.
An expanded facility and our continued focus on modern technology and the top-of-the-line treatments make Ferrara Dermatology an ideal place to meet your family’s skin care needs.
We also provide cosmetic services through the Skin & Laser Center of Grosse Pointe in our shared building, under the medical direction of Dr. Ferrara and Dr. Caretti.