Multicultural Dermatology
Care for Unique Skin and Hair Needs
Skin of color has a unique set of needs requiring targeted clinical knowledge to provide exceptional patient care. Our Specialty Clinic for Multicultural Dermatology provides specialized comprehensive dermatologic care for skin and hair conditions unique to patients of ethnic backgrounds such as African, Asian, East Indian, Hispanic and Middle Eastern origin.
Led by Dr. Oma Agbai, our clinic providers understand the structural differences of diverse skin types and offer highly specialized treatments. We use innovative, holistic approaches to support healthy hair growth, restore skin health and provide relief from skin and hair disorders in patients with skin of color.
Multicultural Skin Disorders
People with skin of color have unique dermatologic needs that require specialized expertise. Differences in skin structure and pigmentation can affect how certain conditions appear, how they progress and how they should be treated. At our clinic, we rely on the latest research and advanced treatments to provide effective, personalized care for managing multicultural skin and hair disorders.
Conditions Unique to Skin of Color
- Pseudofolliculitis barbae
- Skin discoloration (hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation)
- Hypopigmented mycosis fungoides
- Hidradenitis suppurativa
- Erythema dyschromium perstans
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- Dermatosis papulosa nigra
Disorders of Pigmentation
Pigmentary disorders can significantly affect quality of life and self-esteem. For patients with darker skin types, these conditions may be especially challenging, as hyperpigmentation and other pigment changes are often more common and more visible.
Our experts specialize in treating pigmentary disorders, including:
- Vitiligo
- Melasma
- Hyperpigmentation
- Solar lentigos
Cosmetic and Surgical Treatments
We provide specialized cosmetic care for patients with skin of color, addressing the unique needs of diverse skin types. Our team offers a full range of expert treatments to enhance appearance, improve skin health and address cosmetic concerns, including:
- Botox (for facial wrinkles)
- Fillers (for deep smile lines)
- Chemical peels
- Electrodesiccation of benign growths
- Laser hair reduction
- Fraxel ® laser therapy
- Laser dermal tightening
- Other laser treatments
- Surgical removal of skin cancers
Our Multicultural Dermatology Expert
Oma Agbai, M.D.
Dr. Agbai is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in the care of patients with skin of color. She focuses on holistic skin and hair health, treating pigmentary disorders, hair loss, acne-related discoloration, melasma and other conditions unique to ethnic skin. Dr. Agbai also provides medical dermatology care and cosmetic procedures for patients of all skin types. With extensive clinical research experience, she has co-authored multiple publications and book chapters and presented nationally on topics including vitiligo therapies, hyperpigmentation treatments and photoprotection for patients of color.
Contact Us
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 916-734-6111 or 800-770-9282.
