Dr. Ben Wiese

06/16/2026

06/14/2026

This tiny spot behind her ear was melanoma.

She couldn’t see it. She didn’t feel it. She just came in to be proactive — and that decision may have saved her life.

Skin cancer can hide anywhere on your body, even in places you’d never think to check. If you’ve been putting off a full skin check, this is your sign.

Learn more or book a private skin cancer assessment at www.drbenwiese.com  

06/13/2026

Hidden skin cancer on the ear 👂🏻

“Infiltrative basal cell carcinoma hiding in the antihelix of a right ear – easy to miss, even up close.

This is why full body skin exams matter: you have to look for the *non‑obvious* lesions, in the places no one checks.

If you’re at risk, see a skin cancer physician at least once a year, every year.

Want to know what to look for and when to book? Learn more at **drbenwiese.com**.”

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05/28/2026

From “just another mole” … to a melanoma less than 1 mm in size. 🔍

This is why dermoscopy matters.
Starting zoomed out, all you see is a brown nevus. But as we zoom in closer and closer, a tiny black dot appears — a melanoma so small it could easily be missed with the naked eye.

Early detection isn’t luck. It’s careful examination, pattern recognition, and attention to the smallest changes.

Sometimes the most dangerous thing in the image is the hardest thing to see. Learn more at www.DrBenWiese.com.

05/26/2026

More than just a “sun spot.” ☀️

Actinic Keratosis (AK) isn’t just a cosmetic concern—it’s a warning sign. These precancerous lesions are the result of years of cumulative photodamage and, if left untreated, can progress into Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC).

In this video, we follow one patient’s incredible 6-week journey. After being diagnosed with extensive AKs, we moved beyond “spot treating” and implemented Field Therapy.

Why Field Therapy?
While you might only see a few rough patches on the surface, sun damage often affects the entire “field” of skin. By combining Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) with Microneedling, we can:
✅ Pe*****te deeper into the damaged tissue.
✅ Treat sub-clinical lesions before they become visible.
✅ Restore the skin’s health and significantly reduce the risk of future skin cancers.

As our patient says: “It feels free… it’s absolutely wonderful.” At 79, she’s starting a new chapter with healthy, clear skin.

Don’t wait for a spot to change. Proactive care is the best prevention.

📍 Dr. Ben Wiese Private Skin Cancer Clinic
🌐 www.DrBenWiese.com

05/22/2026

A Closer Look: Identifying Basal Cell Carcinoma with Digital Dermoscopy 🔬

In this video, we are utilizing the FotoFinder digital dermatoscope to examine a suspicious skin lesion. Dermoscopy is a vital non-invasive tool that allows us to visualize morphological features beneath the skin surface that are invisible to the naked eye.

When evaluating this particular lesion, several classic dermoscopic hallmarks of Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) become apparent under high magnification:

🌿 Arborizing Vessels: Notice the prominent, sharply focused, bright red blood vessels branching out like a tree across the lesion. This is a highly characteristic vascular pattern for BCC.
🛑 Ulceration: The darker, crusted area indicates a break in the skin surface, which is another common feature in many BCCs.
🔍 Pinkish Background: The lesion presents on a translucent, pinkish-white background, typical for non-pigmented or lightly pigmented basal cell carcinomas.

Early detection is key in managing skin cancer effectively. Regular skin checks and the use of advanced diagnostic tools like digital dermoscopy help us identify these subtle changes early on, ensuring prompt and appropriate care.

If you notice a new spot, a sore that won’t heal, or any changes to an existing mole, please schedule an evaluation with a skin cancer doc. Learn more @ www.DrBenWiese.com

05/17/2026

Can you spot the melanoma? 🔍

1mm. On the ear. Completely unnoticed by this 52-year-old patient.

Dermoscopy revealed atypical pigment network, irregular dots, and colour asymmetry — features invisible to the naked eye.

The game-changer? Full-body photography with FotoFinder ATBM. A digital baseline allowed us to detect subtle change over time through sequential comparison.

If you have 40+ moles, you’re at increased melanoma risk. Baseline mapping turns surveillance into precision medicine.

Early detection saves lives.

— Dr. Ben Wiese
www.DrBenWiese.com

05/10/2026

Melanoma can be tricky. It doesn’t always look like a typical dark spot. This video reveals two patient cases that will change how you think about skin cancer.

Remember the EFG rule: Elevated, Firm, Growing. If you see it, get it checked!

Don’t delay. Get your skin checked. Link in bio for more info. Learn more at www.DrBenWiese.com

05/09/2026

Is that dark spot on your child’s foot something to worry about? 👣🔍

As a parent, finding a new, strange-looking mole on your child can be terrifying. While melanoma in children is incredibly rare (thankfully!), it can happen. But before you panic, here is the secret to what we actually look for!

Moles on the soles of the feet play by a different set of rules. To the naked eye, they might look alarming. But when we look through a dermatoscope—a specialized magnifying tool—a whole new world of patterns appears.

In this video, I’m breaking down the “Golden Rule” of foot moles:
✅ Furrows = Fine (Pigment sitting in the natural skin valleys is usually benign!)
❌ Ridges = Risky (Pigment sitting on the higher ridges needs closer attention.)

The diagnosis for this little patient? A completely harmless benign acral nevus. No treatment needed!

The takeaway: Never try to guess if a mole is safe just by looking at it. If you spot a changing, new, or unusual mole on yourself or your child, the best (and only) way to know for sure is to have it checked by a skin cancer physician using a dermatoscope. Early detection is everything!

Have you ever had a mole checked? Drop a 🙋‍♀️ in the comments below!

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05/05/2026

Two skin cancers, one nose, and a powerful lesson.

At first glance these cancers look tiny. But once I map them out using dermoscopy, you can see how far they really extend beneath the surface – a perfect example of how skin cancer is often just the tip of the iceberg. Dermoscopy lets us detect and define the true edges of skin cancers more accurately than with the naked eye alone, so we don’t miss dangerous cells.

Daily prevention matters: apply about a teaspoon of broad-spectrum SPF 30+ to your face, ears and neck, and remember that consistent sunscreen use lowers your risk of several types of skin cancer over time. Learn more www.DrBenWiese.com