I know that I am suppsed to visit my OB/GYN once/year for a Pap Smear and to get a refill on my birth control pills. I also know that I am supposed to go to my dentist/dental hygienist every 6 months for a dental cleaning and checkup.

I am wondering if there is a list of recommended preventative screenings or "check ups" that we are supposed to get, for certain ages (from an unbiased source)? (For instance, is my dentist wanting to make money from seeing me twice a year, or is this medically necessary)?

Consumption of tomato paste may help boost the skin's protection against harmful ultraviolet rays, which can lead to premature aging and skin cancer, British researchers say.

Dr. Berger, what would you tell patients about tanning beds and skin disease?

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Tim Berger, MD professor of Clinical Dermatology Department at the University of California, San Francisco answers the question if there is a connection between soda & acne.

The professor of the Clinical Dermatology Department at UCSF, School of Medicine, Dr. Berger sheds light on women's diet & acne.

Dr. Berger, Professor of Clinical Dermatology at UCSF, School of Medicine explains Pro Active.

Dr. Tim Berger from the University of California, San Francisco, Department of Dermatology explains acne.

Timothy Berger, MD professor of Clinical Dermatology at UCSF School of Medicine talks about women getting acne at age 33.