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Yes. Revival Dermatology reserves same-week appointments for urgent concerns including changing moles, suspected skin cancer, severe rashes, and painful cystic acne. Call 214.675.3227 and tell our team your concern is urgent so we can triage appropriately. Routine visits such as annual skin checks are typically scheduled within 10 business days. We also maintain a cancellation list — ask to be added if you can come in on short notice.

Book online at revivalderm.com or call 214.675.3227. Have your insurance card, photo ID, referral if your plan requires one, and a list of current medications ready. Tell us whether your visit is medical (rash, acne, skin check, mole) or cosmetic, as these are scheduled and billed differently. New patient visits at our Dallas office typically run 20–30 minutes.

Call 214.675.3227 and say you have a new or changing pigmented lesion. Changing moles are triaged ahead of routine skin checks, and we hold appointments for this. If a lesion is bleeding, growing rapidly, or looks different from your other spots, do not wait for a routine opening. Photograph it with a ruler alongside for comparison, and do not attempt removal at home.

Revival Dermatology is located at 8201 Preston Rd, Ste 440, Dallas, TX 75225, serving Highland Park, University Park, Park Cities, Preston Hollow, Uptown, and North Dallas. Office hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Parking is free and conveniently located in front of the building or in the underground parking garage off Sherry Lane. Call 214.675.3227 for directions or to confirm availability.

Yes. We are in network with most insurance plans. Medical dermatology — acne, eczema, psoriasis, rashes, skin cancer screening, mole evaluation, and biopsies — is generally covered subject to your copay, coinsurance, and deductible. Cosmetic services are not covered by insurance and are self pay. Verify your specific plan with us at 214.675.3227 before your visit, as network participation can vary by plan within the same carrier.

It depends on your plan. HMO and most Medicare Advantage HMO plans typically require a referral from your primary care physician before a specialist visit is covered. PPO and EPO plans generally allow direct booking. Original Medicare does not require a referral. Cosmetic visits never require one, but they are self pay. Confirm with the member services number on your insurance card before booking.

Insurers cover treatments that are medically necessary and generally exclude those performed to improve appearance. Not typically covered: Botox and fillers for wrinkles, cosmetic laser treatment, laser hair removal, chemical peels for tone, cosmetic mole or skin tag removal, and acne scar procedures. Covered when medically indicated: skin cancer screening, biopsies, mole removal for suspicious lesions, and prescription treatment for acne, eczema, and psoriasis.

Cosmetic consultations are not billable to insurance. If you have both a medical and a cosmetic concern, tell us when booking: the medical portion may be billed to insurance while the cosmetic portion is self pay. Call 214.675.3227 for current consultation and treatment pricing.

Our self pay biopsy fee range is $150 to $250, which covers the in office procedure. Pathology is billed separately by the laboratory, typically $150. Ask us for the pathology lab's estimate before your biopsy so there are no surprises. If you are uninsured, ask about our self pay rate at 214.675.3227 — cost should never delay evaluation of a suspicious lesion.

You change into a gown and a board certified dermatologist examines your skin head to toe, including the scalp, behind the ears, between the toes, and under the nails. We use a dermatoscope — a magnifier with polarized light — to inspect anything unusual. The exam is painless and takes 10–20 minutes. If a spot looks suspicious, we can often biopsy it during the same visit.

Arrive without makeup and remove nail polish from fingers and toes, as melanoma can develop in the nail bed. Skip self tanner for at least a week and wear your hair loose so we can examine your scalp. Wear clothing that's easy to remove. Bring a list of any spots you're concerned about, plus photos if you've been tracking changes.

Use the ABCDE guide: Asymmetry, irregular Border, uneven Color, Diameter over 6 mm, and Evolving — any change in size, shape, color, or elevation. Also watch for the “ugly duckling,” a spot that looks unlike your others, and any sore that bleeds, itches, or will not heal. New moles appearing after age 30 warrant evaluation. Call 214.675.3227 rather than waiting for your annual check.

See a dermatologist if over the counter products have not worked after 6–8 weeks, if you have deep painful cysts or nodules, if breakouts are leaving scars or dark marks, or if acne is affecting your confidence. Early treatment prevents permanent scarring. At our Dallas office we prescribe topical and oral therapy, hormonal treatment for jawline and chin acne, and isotretinoin for severe cases.

Most prescription acne treatments need 8–12 weeks before results can be fairly judged, though many patients notice fewer new breakouts by week four. Topical retinoids may cause an initial purge in the first 2–4 weeks. Consistency matters more than strength — stopping and restarting resets the clock. We schedule follow ups to adjust your regimen rather than leaving you on a plan that isn't working.

A cosmetic dermatologist is a board certified physician who completed medical school and a dermatology residency; a med spa is a business, and provider training there varies widely. A dermatologist can diagnose skin disease, distinguish a cosmetic concern from skin cancer, prescribe medication, and manage complications from injectables or lasers. For fillers, deeper lasers, or anything requiring a diagnosis, physician led care is the safer choice.