Proper Sun Protection Proper sun protection, especially before age 18, is very important to Dr. Gross. In fact, it is the most effective way to protect oneself against the harmful effects of basal cell carcinoma. Dr. Gross wants to stress how important it is use one’s “ABC’s” for safe fun in the sun. • Avoid the midday sun—from 10 am to 4 pm—when the sun’s rays are the strongest. Tanning beds should also be off limits, as they can cause more skin damage than the sun. • Block the sun by applying a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or greater while outdoors. Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours and after swimming or sweating. Babies as young as 6 months old should wear sunscreen. Remember: Sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before going outdoors. • Cover up with a broad–brimmed hat or visor, sunglasses and sun-protective clothing. Nothing works better than clothing because it never washes or sweats off. Special sun protective clothing is lightweight and makes people feel cooler than wearing short sleeves, shorts, or going shirtless. • Keep infants under 6 months of age out of direct sunlight and in the shade. Use an umbrella or pull the canopy over your baby’s stroller. Using sunscreen at this age is much safer than getting a sunburn, but keeping your baby out of the sunlight is your best choice. GREENSBORO, NC Office ADDRESS: 806 Green Valley Road Suite 208 Greensboro, NC 27408 CONTACT US & APPOINTMENTS CALL: 336-389-1492 HOURS: Mondays 8-5 Thursdays & Fridays 7-3 FAX: 336-389-1494 Home | What We Treat | Meet Dr. Gross | Patient & Insurance Info | How To Find Us | New Patient Forms | Martinsville Overview | Martinsville Patient & Insurance Info | Martinsville How To Find Us | Copyright © 2008   |   Piedmont Dermatology   |   All Rights Reserved