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March Promotion for ICON Laser March Special: 15% off packages paid by 3/31/2022 Danvers Family Doctors LASER PRICE LIST Book your Free 30 minute Consultation for further information Hair Removal Lip/Chin          30 Min    $  50 per session, 6 treatments for $  250 Face Hair          30 Min    $100 per session, 6 treatments for $  500 Under Arms            30 Min    $  75 per session, 6 treatments for $  375   Forearms       45 Min    $125 per session, 6 treatments for $  625 Full arms          60 Min    $200 per session, 6 treatments for $1000 Back             60 Min    $250 per session, 6...

Most people do not consider their cholesterol levels. And the truth is, you don't need to think about it, unless it's high. The liver produces a waxy substance called cholesterol. It can also be found in eggs, steak, butter, and cream, among other foods. Sadly, high cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and heart attacks, but this dangerous condition typically does not present with any obvious symptoms. A blood test is the only way to determine whether your cholesterol level is high. To assist you and guide you in maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, Danvers Family Doctors...

It's said that you should love your skin, but it would be easier to do so if you could smooth out or get rid of some of its flaws. Your skin ages in the same way that the majority of your body's components do.  Discoloration, freckles, and brown spots are signs of aging skin, adventures in life, and exposure to the sun. Your appearance can be harmed by scars and other marks. Some of these flaws can be covered up with makeup, but a photo rejuvenation treatment with the IconTM laser can help get rid of or make those markings look better. How does the IconTM laser help your skin?  The IconTM...

In the United States, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. Skin cancer will affect about 20% of Americans at some point in their lives. Skin cancer actually affects more people than any other type of cancer combined. Melanoma cases, the most deadly type of skin cancer, are expected to rise by almost 8% this year. Thankfully, skin cancer is also one of the diseases that can be avoided the most. However, if you do develop it, early detection is essential for effective treatment. Types of skin cancer There are many different kinds of skin cancer. The most typical types are: Basal cell...

Your liver makes cholesterol, a waxy substance, to help make cell tissues, protect nerves, and make certain hormones. Cholesterol comes not only naturally from your body but also from the food you eat. However, if you consume the wrong kind of cholesterol or more cholesterol than your body needs, your health may suffer. Elevated cholesterol is a boundless condition, influencing in excess of 70 million Americans. Sadly, high cholesterol often goes unnoticed, which is probably one reason why only a third of Americans with high cholesterol control their levels. High cholesterol can raise your...

The IconTM system employs a multifaceted laser that can enhance your skin's appearance in numerous ways. The Icon laser can help you get rid of acne scars that have been bothering you for years, get rid of those annoying hairs on your chin that have started to grow, or get rid of the lines, wrinkles, and brown spots that are signs of aging skin. However, it can also do more to improve your appearance. This is the very thing that we at Danvers Family Specialists believe you should be familiar with these and other Symbol laser skin administrations. How does the Icon laser system work? Icon is...

Even if a person is in good health and does not have any health problems, many men and women do not schedule an annual physical. However, until their advanced stages, many health conditions and chronic diseases do not exhibit symptoms. You and your healthcare provider may be able to detect these conditions earlier, when they are easier to treat and manage. Danvers Family Doctors, P.C. urges you to schedule your annual physical today because of this. About a third of people who have a chronic illness don't know they have it. For instance, did you know that high blood pressure is known as the...

You are not alone in your dislike of shaving, tweezing, waxing, or plucking your body or facial hair; in fact, your dislike is probably justified. Fortunately, almost everyone can benefit from laser hair removal. In addition, winter is the best time of year to get laser hair removal, even if you aren't planning on donning a bikini or showing off your legs now that the temperature has dropped. The dark winter months are the best time to get rid of your unwanted hair because you need to stay out of the sun after your laser hair removal treatment. When the temperature starts to rise, your skin...

A vital component of a well-woman exam is a gynecological exam. You want to know if your reproductive organs are healthy and functioning properly. The Pap smear is one of the most important screening tests for women. A Pap smear checks to see if your cervix—the vaginal opening—is healthy or if there are any abnormal cells there. If there are any abnormal changes in your cervix, getting a Pap smear at the recommended intervals helps ensure an early diagnosis and treatment. Early diagnosis and treatment, like with other health conditions, can save your life. At Danvers Family Doctors, P.C., we...

Have you had your flu shot yet? If not, you ought to. The best way to lower your risk of getting the flu is to get vaccinated. Millions of people contract the flu each year. The majority of people who get the flu miss weeks of work or school. Some are in the hospital. Some get serious diseases. The flu can be fatal in some cases. Who ought to get the flu shot? Except for infants under six months of age and individuals who are allergic to the flu vaccine or any of its components, everyone should get the vaccine. Before getting the flu shot, sick people should wait until they are healthy. Are...

You might look forward to the routine of school schedules like some parents do, or you might be one of those parents who dreads the end of summer. Notwithstanding which side you're on, you know that it's vital to keep your kid solid all through the school year, or however much of it as could be expected. At Danvers Family Doctors, P.C., our doctors give you tips on how to keep your children safe and healthy this fall and throughout the school year. Here are a few of their suggestions. Make eating breakfast a habit Numerous studies have shown that, in addition to reducing your child's hunger...

In the United States, acne is the most common skin condition. Acne outbreaks affect approximately 50 million people annually. Acne is typically regarded as a problem that affects adolescents and young adults, but it frequently persists into adulthood. Up to 15% of adult women, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, suffer from acne. There are numerous psychological effects of acne itself. Embarrassment and low self-esteem can affect people. However, there is no time to celebrate just yet until the acne goes away. Acne scars frequently replace blemishes. Your self-esteem may also...

About a third of all adults in the United States have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Another third of people have prehypertension, or blood pressure that is high but not high enough to be considered hypertension. The only way to determine if you have high blood pressure is to have it measured by your doctor during your annual checkup because high blood pressure typically does not have any symptoms. Although controlling high blood pressure is simple, ignoring it can result in life-threatening conditions like stroke, heart attack, and other serious heart issues. The Centers...

Summer vacation means spending more time outside, which puts more skin at risk from hungry mosquitoes, the burning sun, and other dangers. However, you can reduce the number of summertime illnesses and accidents that your family suffers this year with a little bit of planning and foresight. In order to keep your family safe throughout the summer, the dedicated staff at Danvers Family Doctors in Danvers, Massachusetts, breaks down some of the most common summer hazards. Swimmer's Ear Did you have any idea that you can get swimmer's ear without swimming? When bacteria and moisture get stuck in...

The good news is that, despite the fact that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, the majority of cases are nonmelanoma skin cancers, which are easy to treat. The bad news is that melanoma, the more deadly and aggressive form of skin cancer, only accounts for 2% of all cases, but its incidence is rising. The best news is that you can safeguard yourself and your family against skin disease. Skin Cancer Awareness Month is in May. How to lower your risk of getting skin cancer is the most important thing to know. The doctors at Danvers Family Doctors, P.C. in...

While it's no secret that your heart wellbeing directs your life in a bunch of ways, we actually will generally underestimate that it will siphon come what may - - 24 hours every day, 365 days per year - - without the slightest hesitation. Now, imagine taking a few minutes each day to provide it with the support it requires. You will be surprised by the results. At Danvers Family Specialists, P.C., quite possibly the most risky condition we see getting through our entryways here in Danvers, Massachusetts, is unfortunate heart wellbeing. It is impossible to overstate the impact that poor...

More than 84 million people in the United States are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. If you are overweight, have high blood pressure, are not active, or have diabetes in your family, you are more likely to get this condition. You can take preventative measures to avoid developing diabetes if your doctor has advised you to do so. Find out how you can lower your risk right now. Schedule regular blood sugar screening Make regular blood sugar screenings a part of your arsenal to reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Request a hemoglobin A1C test from your doctor. It measures the...

Preventive care aims to keep you healthy and keep you from getting serious illnesses. This includes many medical tests, some medications, and regular checkups. Because it can assist you in identifying health issues before they become catastrophic, preventive care is essential. For instance, preventing a heart attack is more difficult than controlling high blood pressure. Preventive consideration saves your prosperity, your personal satisfaction, and your funds — medical care costs frequently lead to insolvency. Find out what is covered as preventive care and what you should have checked...

Although lactose intolerance and dairy allergy share some symptoms and necessitate eliminating dairy from your diet, they are distinct conditions. Lactose bigotry is an issue of the stomach related framework; The immune system is the problem with dairy allergy. Lactose Intolerance  There are two primary causes of lactose intolerance: lactose malabsorption and lactase deficiency. In the small intestine, lactase is an enzyme that breaks down lactose, a sugar found in milk. Lactose malabsorption occurs when undigested lactose moves to the colon, where bacteria begin to break down the lactose...

Cholesterol is the one substance in our bodies that we always talk about. Although we are made up of many different substances and symptoms, cholesterol receives the most attention from doctors, patients, and society as a whole. Why would that be this? There are a couple of significant reasons. First of all, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and high cholesterol is the leading risk factor for heart disease, followed closely by smoking and hypertension. It's something generally in our cognizance and is essential for the advertising of virtually every food you...

Imagine having a condition that could put you in great danger. It can wreak havoc on your health, but you don’t know when it will finally strike. It could be years from now. Even worse, for the majority of the time that you have it, it’s practically symptomless and silent. Chances are high you don’t even know you have it unless you happen to go to the doctor. Does that sound like every hypochondriac’s worst nightmare? It may seem like the set-up to some thriller about a new disease, but what we’re talking about is high blood pressure or hypertension. High blood pressure is, unfortunately,...

It's safe to assume that few women enjoy going to their family doctor or OBGYN for a routine gynecological exam. You would rather do a lot of other things than get a pap smear, for example. There are a lot of other things that are higher on your list. Even though getting a well-woman's exam every year may not be high on your priority list, it is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health. If you go to your annual well-woman exam, many potentially serious health conditions can be detected early. That is on the grounds that numerous ailments and infections don't show...

Over the past few decades, our perspectives on diabetes have evolved. You probably have a different relationship with this chronic illness depending on your age. The majority of people in their 50s and 60s grew up thinking that diabetes is something that can happen in late middle age if you eat too much sugar and don't exercise. Although it wasn't very common, a sufficient number of older people would acquire it. If you are in your 20s or 30s at the moment, you think about diabetes as something that the person next to you could easily have, and you wonder if you are at risk right now. The...

People don't like to think about dying. If the thought already puts you off, know that you can take charge of your health, but it will take knowledge and a willingness to change your lifestyle. In light of this, it is essential to discuss cardiovascular disease. Think back to your adolescence or early twenties. And if you are still in your twenties, consider what you did on Friday night or how you manage to live while studying for exams. Whether you consumed a whole pizza or a half-dozen beers, you probably didn't give much thought to what you were putting into your body. Since you only live...

With regards to our longterm wellbeing, we should be proactive. It is similar to retirement planning in some ways. Everyone who is older than us advises us to begin taking it seriously when we are still young. A significant number of us don't and hold on until we're nearer to retirement age prior to stressing over ventures and investment funds and so forth. That isn't necessarily a bad thing, and some people manage to get through it despite not starting their plans as soon as they should, but the same cannot be said for your health. If you don't start making serious plans for your golden...