COVID-19 Safe Operations

Keeping Patients & Staff Safe & Healthy During Unprecedented Times


Though many things have changed in our current pandemic environment, one thing has continued to be the same: our commitment to your health and safety.
Our patients play a particularly important role in maintaining a safe environment in the clinic. We have created a detailed list of new guidelines for you to follow when you come in for your appointment:
  • Please arrive for your appointment on time (no more than 10 minutes early).
  • Prior to entering the clinic, you will be asked some screening questions.
  • You will be asked to use hand sanitizer when you arrive.
  • We ask you to wear your personal mask inside the clinic.
  • No accompanying people (e.g. children, friends, or family), we ask you to come alone unless you need to be accompanied.
  • Leave all non-essential belongings in your vehicle (e.g. jackets, hats, large purses)
  • All our team is always going to wear masks and wear gloves during the appointment.
  • We will ask you to remove your shoes before entering the clinic. We will provide you with slippers at your request.
  • All clients are asked to maintain respectful distancing in waiting areas and in the clinical area.
  • Note that for the time being we would prefer that you refrain from using cash as a mode of payment.
If you have any questions regarding your upcoming appointment, please call us at 403-675-0018 to speak with out staff or e-mail us at info@artofskin.ca. We are more than happy to discuss any questions you may have.

Art of Skin

Cutting-edge Dermatological Care, Laser And Cosmetic Surgery in Canmore, Alberta

Seborrheic Keratosis

What is a Seborrheic Keratosis?

remove seborrheic keratoses
Seborrheic keratosis is a common, non-cancerous skin growth seen more commonly in older adults and in patients with more fair skin types. They may appear as brown, black or light tan growths on the head or body. They most commonly appear on the face, chest, shoulders or back, and are slightly elevated. In some cases, they can become quite black and large (greater than 2–3 cms). Although seborrheic keratoses are not cancerous, they can have the appearance of skin cancer, particularly the very dangerous type of skin cancer, called melanoma.

Diagnosis and Treatment

A dermatologist is a skin specialist who can easily diagnose and, if necessary or desired by the patient, remove seborrheic keratoses through the use of a variety of treatment methods, such as:

  • Cryosurgery
  • Electrodessication
  • Curettage
  • Laser

Lesions on cosmetically sensitive areas, such as the face or neck, have a more favourable cosmetic appearance when removed with a Co2 laser.