Medical · Surgical · Pediatric Dermatology
Skin Conditions We Treat
Skin concerns rarely arrive with a neat label. Scenic Dermatology evaluates changes affecting the skin, hair, and nails in children, teenagers, and adults—then helps make the diagnosis, options, and next steps easier to understand.
You are welcome to schedule based on what you have noticed. You do not need to know the medical name of a condition before your visit.
What brings you in?
A spot, bump, or growth
New, changing, painful, growing, or simply worth a closer look.
A rash, itch, or flare
Persistent, recurring, uncomfortable, or difficult to explain.
A hair, scalp, or nail change
Shedding, thinning, tenderness, discoloration, or another new concern.
Start with the change you noticed. We will help sort through the possibilities.
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Children, Teens & Adults
Skin, Hair & Nail Care
Independent & Family-Owned
Begin with a familiar category
Common Reasons Patients Visit Us
These broad categories can help you find the right starting point. Some link to dedicated care guides; others lead to the fuller directory below.
01
Acne
Breakouts, deeper bumps, recurring acne, dark marks, and scarring in teens and adults.
02
Eczema & Dermatitis
Dry, itchy, inflamed, cracked, sensitive, or recurring skin in children and adults.
03
Psoriasis
Scaly, thick, painful, itchy, or persistent areas affecting skin, scalp, folds, or nails.
04
Rosacea & Facial Redness
Flushing, persistent redness, sensitivity, visible vessels, or acne-like facial bumps.
05
Rashes & Allergic Reactions
New, recurring, itchy, spreading, or unexplained rashes and possible contact reactions.
06
Skin Cancer & Suspicious Spots
Focused checks and full skin examinations for new, changing, unusual, or concerning areas.
07
Moles, Cysts & Skin Growths
Evaluation of common growths, lumps, cysts, moles, and spots that have become bothersome.
08
Warts & Skin Infections
Viral, fungal, bacterial, bite-related, and potentially contagious skin concerns.
09
Hair & Scalp Concerns
Hair shedding, thinning, patchy loss, scalp flaking, irritation, or tenderness.
10
Nail Concerns
Discoloration, thickening, splitting, distortion, inflammation, or growths around a nail.
Symptoms are a valid starting point
Not Sure What You’re Looking At?
Many people schedule a dermatology visit because something looks, feels, or behaves differently—not because they already know the diagnosis. An evaluation may be appropriate when you have noticed:
- A new or changing spot
- A rash that will not go away or keeps returning
- Persistent itching, burning, tenderness, or scaling
- A painful, draining, or growing bump
- Hair shedding, thinning, or a change in the scalp
- Nail discoloration, thickening, splitting, or distortion
- A child or teenager with a new skin, hair, or nail concern
This page cannot identify a condition, and you do not need to sort through every possibility before reaching out. The visit can begin with the change you have noticed and how it is affecting you.
Bring the concern. We’ll help with the name.
A focused dermatology visit can help clarify what may be happening, whether testing is useful, and which next steps fit your situation.
A broader directory
More Skin, Hair & Nail Conditions We Evaluate
This directory is broad but not exhaustive. Several conditions can resemble one another, and the same symptom can have different causes. If you are unsure which group fits, you may still schedule a general dermatology visit.
Jump to a directory section
ACNE · FOLLICLES · SWEATING
Acne, Bumps & Sweating
- Acne in teenagers and adults
- Blackheads and whiteheads (comedonal acne)
- Inflamed pimples and pustules
- Deep, painful nodules or cysts
- Hormonal-pattern acne and cycle-related flares
- Acne on the face, chest, back, or shoulders
- Milia and other small facial bumps
- Ingrown hairs
- Acne marks and scarring
- Folliculitis and razor bumps
- Hidradenitis suppurativa
- Keratosis pilaris
- Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)
Acne and acne-like bumps vary by age, location, skin sensitivity, and the pattern of breakouts present. Evaluation can help distinguish acne from folliculitis, rosacea, keratosis pilaris, and other look-alike concerns while addressing active breakouts, post-acne marks, and scar prevention. Explore Scenic Dermatology’s acne care approach.
ITCH · INFLAMMATION · REDNESS
Eczema, Dermatitis & Inflammatory Rashes
- Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
- Allergic and irritant contact dermatitis
- Hand eczema and dyshidrotic eczema
- Nummular dermatitis
- Seborrheic dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea and facial flushing
- Perioral dermatitis
- Hives (urticaria)
- Intertrigo in skin folds
- Lichen planus
- Granuloma annulare
- Pityriasis rosea
- Persistent or unexplained rashes
For selected inflammatory conditions, treatment discussions may include narrowband UVB phototherapy.
CHECKS · GROWTHS · PROCEDURES
Moles, Spots, Growths & Skin Cancer
- Benign and atypical (dysplastic) moles
- New or changing spots
- Actinic keratoses and sun-damaged areas
- Basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma evaluation
- Melanoma evaluation
- Seborrheic keratoses and skin tags
- Epidermal inclusion and pilar cysts
- Lipomas
- Dermatofibromas and cherry angiomas
- Other benign-appearing skin growths
A visit may involve examination, monitoring, biopsy, in-office treatment, surgical removal, or referral depending on the finding and medical need. Not every growth is removed at the first appointment.
VIRAL · FUNGAL · BACTERIAL · BITE-RELATED
Warts, Infections, Bites & Infestations
- Common, plantar, and around-the-nail warts
- Molluscum contagiosum
- Ringworm (tinea), athlete’s foot, and jock itch
- Fungal nail infections
- Impetigo and other bacterial skin infections
- Cold sores
- Shingles
- Scabies and lice
- Insect bites and bite reactions
- Tick bites and tick-bite reactions
For Minnesota-specific guidance, read what to watch for after a tick bite. Educational information does not replace evaluation when symptoms are concerning or worsening.
SHEDDING · THINNING · SCALP CHANGES
Hair & Scalp Concerns
- Hair loss and thinning
- Pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)
- Alopecia areata
- Excessive shedding (telogen effluvium)
- Traction alopecia
- Scarring forms of hair loss
- Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp
- Scalp psoriasis and scalp eczema
- Scalp folliculitis, itching, or tenderness
Different forms of hair loss can look similar but require different evaluation. The history, pattern, scalp findings, and sometimes testing or biopsy help guide the next step.
FINGERNAILS · TOENAILS · SURROUNDING SKIN
Nail Concerns
- Fungal nail infections
- Ingrown nails and paronychia
- Brittle or splitting nails
- Nail dystrophy or discoloration
- Nail lifting or separation (onycholysis)
- Nail changes after injury or repeated pressure
- New or changing dark streaks in a nail
- Nail changes related to eczema or other inflammatory skin disease
- Nail psoriasis
- Growths, warts, or unexplained changes around a nail
Thickened or discolored nails are not always caused by fungus. Evaluation can help determine whether testing or a different approach is appropriate.
COLOR · TEXTURE · CHRONIC SYMPTOMS
Pigment Changes, Scars & Other Concerns
- Melasma
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- Vitiligo and light skin patches
- New or unexplained dark skin patches
- Keloids and hypertrophic scars
- Persistent itching
- Very dry skin
- Sun-damaged skin
Some pigment, scar, and texture concerns may involve medical, cosmetic, or overlapping considerations. An evaluation can help clarify the diagnosis and whether medical treatment, cosmetic consultation, or monitoring is the appropriate next step. Insurance coverage depends on the diagnosis, service, and individual plan.
Dermatology through changing ages
Skin, Hair & Nail Care for Children and Teenagers
Children and teenagers can develop many of the same dermatologic conditions as adults, but age, growth, school, sports, family routines, and medication safety all shape the care plan. Scenic Dermatology works with young patients and their caregivers to make the visit understandable and practical.
Common reasons families schedule include eczema, acne, warts, molluscum, recurring rashes, moles, hair changes, and nail concerns. The goal is not to overwhelm a family with a complicated routine—it is to clarify what may be happening and choose manageable next steps.
A family-centered visit
- Age-appropriate explanations
- Space for parent and caregiver questions
- Practical routines for home, school, and activities
- Clear follow-up expectations when monitoring is needed
Why Scenic Dermatology
Physician-led care with room for real conversation
Scenic Dermatology is an independent, family-owned practice led by William Miller, MD, MPH, MSc, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist. Medical and surgical perspectives come together in one practice, with care for children, teenagers, and adults.
Recommendations are shaped around the diagnosis, medical history, goals, safety, and what is practical to follow. Clear explanations matter because patients should understand why a plan is being recommended and what to expect next.
“If it’s the care we’d want for those we love, it’s the care we’ll give you.”
Scenic Dermatology’s family-centered standard
That standard guides the time spent listening, explaining choices, and building a plan together.
Helpful before you schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Your concern is enough to start
Ready for a clearer next step?
You do not need to diagnose yourself before scheduling. Bring the skin, hair, or nail concern you have noticed, and Scenic Dermatology will help you understand what comes next.
Scenic Dermatology
1200 Chaska Creek Way, Suite 220
Chaska, MN 55318
Conveniently located for patients in Chaska and nearby western Twin Cities communities.