Best Dermatologists in Massapequa, NY
The ten dermatologists in Massapequa on this shortlist have earned 2,078 Google reviews and average 4.7 stars across the group, with the top-rated practice holding a 4.9 from more than 300 patients. That kind of volume means the ratings reflect real, repeated experience rather than a handful of friends. Browse the ranked list below, then request free quotes in one step. No account needed, and your request goes to at most three practices.
Get Free QuotesTop 10 Dermatologists in Massapequa, NY (October 2026)
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Massapequa Dermatology, PLLC
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SINY Dermatology Massapequa
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Glaser Dermatology
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Island Wide Medical Care, PLLC
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Dr. David B. Kessler, DO
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East Bay Dermatology & Plastic Surgery
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Patty Chun
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Schweiger Dermatology Group - Amityville
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Advanced Dermatology, P.C.
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Dr. Rachel R. Kushner Dermatology and MOHS surgery
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What does a dermatologist cost?
What moves the price
- Medical visits (skin checks, acne, biopsies) usually run through insurance; cosmetic work (Botox, fillers, most lasers) is always out of pocket.
- Injectables are priced per unit or per syringe, and the total depends on how many areas you treat.
- Laser treatments are sold as packages of sessions; the per-session price drops but the commitment grows.
- Who performs the treatment: physician time costs more than a nurse injector under supervision.
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What dermatologists in Massapequa, NY actually do
Practices differ more than their websites suggest. Some are medical first and bill insurance, some are cosmetic and do not, and not all of them perform Mohs surgery or own the device you came in for. Here is what each treatment involves, including the downtime most sites are vague about.
The reason a dermatologist is a physician. Usually billed to medical insurance, unlike everything below.
Full-body skin exam
A head-to-toe check for anything that has changed, which is how skin cancer is caught while it is still small.
Ask the practice whether you should undress completely or whether they focus on areas you flag. Bring a list of any spots that have changed, itched or bled. Confirm when you book whether the visit will be billed to your insurance and what your copay or deductible situation looks like for a preventive versus diagnostic code.
Ask about. Whether the physician performs the exam themselves, and how quickly they can see you if something needs a closer look.
Worth knowing. Usually billed to medical insurance rather than treated as cosmetic, so confirm coverage when you book.
Biopsy of a suspicious spot
Removing a small sample so a pathologist can say what something actually is.
Ask whether the practice sends samples to an outside pathology lab or reads them in-house, since that directly affects how long you wait for your result. One to two weeks is typical for an external lab. If a suspicious spot is found during your exam, ask whether the biopsy can happen the same day so you avoid a separate appointment and a longer wait.
Ask about. Whether pathology is read in house or sent out, since that is what decides how long you wait for an answer.
Worth knowing. A dermatologist who takes a biopsy on the same visit saves you a second appointment and a second wait.
Mohs surgery
Removing skin cancer layer by layer, checking each one under a microscope before going further, which spares the most healthy tissue.
Before booking any skin cancer consultation, ask directly whether this practice performs Mohs on site or refers it out. Referral is completely normal, but knowing upfront saves time. If they do offer it, ask who the surgeon is and whether they are fellowship trained in the procedure, since that is a specific credential beyond general dermatology.
Ask about. Whether the surgeon is fellowship trained in Mohs, and who performs the repair afterwards.
Worth knowing. Not every dermatology practice offers Mohs. Many refer it out, which is normal and worth knowing before you book.
General medical dermatology
The everyday medical side of the specialty, from prescriptions to ongoing management, as opposed to cosmetic work.
When you call, ask whether the practice accepts your specific insurance plan, because some offices that do excellent cosmetic work do not bill medical insurance at all. Also ask how quickly they can see you for an urgent concern like a rapidly changing spot, since a good medical dermatology practice should be able to triage that kind of visit within days.
Ask about. Whether the practice takes your insurance for medical visits, since some cosmetic-focused clinics do not.
Worth knowing. A practice can be excellent at cosmetic work and not take medical insurance at all. They are different businesses under one roof.
Botox, Dysport and Xeomin
Softening lines that come from movement, most often forehead, frown and crow's feet.
Ask who will hold the needle, whether that is the physician or a supervised injector, and whether the physician will be on site during your appointment. Get the price per unit and an estimate of how many units the provider expects to use, so you know the total before you sit down. Plan to judge the result at two weeks, not two days.
Ask about. Who injects, and if it is not the physician, who supervises and whether they are on site.
Worth knowing. Results build over about two weeks, so judging it the next day is judging it too early.
Juvederm, Restylane and other HA fillers
Adding volume where it has been lost, or shaping lips, cheeks and the area under the eyes.
Ask to see before-and-after photos of patients with your skin tone and the same area you want treated, not manufacturer imagery. Confirm whether the product being used is hyaluronic acid, since that type can be dissolved if you dislike the outcome. Ask who performs the injection and what the protocol is if you experience swelling or asymmetry in the days after.
Ask about. Which product they are using and why, since the filler chosen for cheeks is not the one for tear troughs.
Worth knowing. Hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved if you dislike the result, which is a real advantage over permanent products.
Sculptra and collagen stimulators
Building volume gradually by prompting your own collagen, rather than filling immediately.
Ask the practice to walk you through the full series of sessions before you commit, including how many appointments are typical and what the massage routine looks like in the first week. This treatment builds gradually, so make sure your timeline matches that pace. Get the total cost for the complete course, not just the first session.
Ask about. How many sessions are planned and what the total cost is, since this is priced as a course rather than a single visit.
Worth knowing. It works slowly on purpose. If you want to see a change tomorrow, this is the wrong product.
Kybella
Reducing fullness under the chin by breaking down fat in that specific area.
Be direct about the swelling. Ask the practice how many of their patients have needed more than two sessions, and what the typical week looks like after each one. The swelling under the chin can be significant and lasts longer than most people expect, so plan your social calendar around it rather than assuming you can return to normal the next day.
Ask about. How many sessions they expect and what the swelling looks like in week one.
Worth knowing. The downtime is the honest objection here, and any clinic that describes it as a lunchtime treatment is glossing over it.
CO2 ablative resurfacing
The most aggressive resurfacing option, used for deeper lines, texture and sun damage.
Ask the practice exactly what the aftercare routine looks like day by day for the first two weeks, and who you call if something does not look right. Confirm that a physician will review your skin before the treatment, not just a coordinator. Because healing depends on strict sun avoidance, ask what follow-up appointments are included in the cost.
Ask about. Who operates the laser, whether the physician is present, and what the aftercare actually requires.
Worth knowing. Strict sun avoidance afterwards is not optional, and it is what most often goes wrong with this treatment.
Fraxel and fractional non-ablative lasers
Improving texture, tone and sun damage with far less downtime than ablative resurfacing.
Because Massapequa summers bring real sun exposure, fall and winter are the practical window for starting a Fraxel course. The drier winter air can make skin feel tighter during healing, so ask the practice what moisturizing routine they recommend for the days after each session. Confirm how many sessions the provider expects for your specific concerns before you book.
Ask about. Which specific device they use, since Fraxel is a brand and the settings matter more than the name.
Worth knowing. The middle option: more than IPL, much less than CO2, and the one most people are actually looking for.
IPL and photofacials
Evening out brown spots and redness from sun exposure, across the face, chest and hands.
Massapequa's warm, sunny summers mean your skin is often at peak sun exposure right when IPL aftercare demands the opposite. Most providers recommend starting a course in fall or winter, when you can realistically avoid sun on treated skin. Ask the practice whether your skin tone is appropriate for IPL before scheduling, since the answer matters more than the timing.
Ask about. Whether IPL is appropriate for your skin tone, because it is not safe on all of them.
Worth knowing. IPL carries real risk on darker skin types. A practice that asks about your skin type before booking is doing it right.
Nd:YAG and vascular lasers
Treating visible vessels, redness and some pigment, and used for laser hair removal.
Ask the practice which specific device they use and whether it has been selected with your skin tone in mind. Nd:YAG is often chosen precisely because it is appropriate across a wider range of tones than other light-based options. Get a clear picture of how many sessions are typically needed for the vessels or pigment you want addressed.
Ask about. Whether the operator is trained for your skin type, since these devices are where burns happen when they are not.
Worth knowing. Safer across darker skin tones than IPL, which is often the reason it is chosen.
Picosecond lasers for tattoo removal
Breaking up tattoo ink, and also used for stubborn pigment.
Ask the practice to look at the tattoo in person before quoting a session count, since color, ink depth and age all affect how many treatments you will need. Nobody can promise complete removal, and a provider who does is overstating what the technology delivers. Ask what the per-session cost is and what happens if progress stalls before you reach the result you wanted.
Ask about. How many sessions they estimate for your ink colours, because greens and light blues are the difficult ones.
Worth knowing. Nobody can promise complete removal. Colour, depth and age of the tattoo all decide the outcome.
Microneedling with radiofrequency
Tightening and improving texture using needles plus heat, on a wider range of skin tones than most lasers.
Ask the practice whether the device they use is appropriate for your skin tone, and what the post-treatment routine looks like for the two to four days of redness and swelling. Get the full course cost upfront, since results build over months and you will likely need three sessions. Ask who performs the treatment and whether a physician reviews your skin beforehand.
Ask about. Whether it is done by the physician or a delegated provider, and what depth settings they use.
Worth knowing. One of the few resurfacing options generally considered appropriate across all skin types.
The questions worth asking, and the two you can check yourself
Who is legally allowed to inject or operate a laser differs by state and changes over time, so the honest thing a directory can offer is the questions rather than the rules. A good practice answers all six without hesitating.
Who will actually perform the treatment?
At many practices a nurse, physician assistant or aesthetician performs injectables and laser work under a physician's delegation. That can be perfectly good care, but you should know before you are in the chair rather than after.
Will a physician be on site while it is done?
On-site supervision requirements differ by state and by procedure. Asking the question tells you both the answer and how comfortable the practice is being asked.
Is the physician board certified in dermatology?
Any licensed physician may legally call themselves a skin or cosmetic specialist. Board certification through the American Board of Dermatology is the specific credential, and it can be verified for free.
Check board certification (ABMS Certification Matters)Is the license active, with no board actions?
Every physician is licensed by a state medical board, and the boards' national lookup shows the license and any actions taken against it. It is free and takes a minute, and it is the one check a practice cannot answer for you.
Look up a doctor's license (DocInfo)What happens if something goes wrong, and who handles it?
Filler occlusions and laser burns are rare but real, and they are time-critical. The answer should be a named physician and a same-day route to them, not a voicemail box.
Is this device appropriate for my skin type?
Several light-based devices carry real risk of burns or pigment change on darker skin. A practice that raises this before you do is one that has thought about it.
What is the total cost, including the sessions after this one?
Injectables are quoted per unit and devices are often sold as a course. The number that matters is the whole plan, not the first appointment.
General information about what these treatments involve, not medical advice, and not a statement of what any state permits. Verify board certification with the American Board of Dermatology and check scope-of-practice rules with your state medical board.
When to book a dermatologist in Massapequa
Spring
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and screening demand spikes; book annual skin checks ahead of it.
Summer
Most laser and peel treatments need sun avoidance afterward, so summer is consult season, not treatment season.
Fall
The start of laser and resurfacing season: less sun exposure means safer healing, and offices book up fast.
Winter
Peak cosmetic season, plus December FSA dollars expiring; injectable appointments before holidays fill weeks out.
How to choose a dermatologist in Massapequa
The list ranks all ten practices by their live Google standing, so a 4.9 from Massapequa Dermatology, PLLC on 307 reviews carries more weight than a 4.9 built on a handful of patients. SINY Dermatology Massapequa also holds a 4.9 on 176 reviews, while Glaser Dermatology sits at 4.6 across 225, giving you a different kind of confidence built on sheer volume. Higher review counts mean the score has been tested by more real visits.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I check if a dermatologist is board certified?
Start with the American Board of Dermatology lookup at certificationmatters.org, which is linked on this page. A medical license alone does not make someone a dermatologist, so that second check matters. Then pull the state medical board record to see whether the license is active and free of disciplinary actions. Both searches are free and take under two minutes.
What happens after I send a request in Massapequa?
Your request goes out to at most three of the ten Massapequa practices listed here, and no account is needed to send it. The request is never resold or forwarded to anyone outside that group. Each practice that receives it can reply directly to you, so you compare responses on your own terms without fielding calls from a long list of strangers.
Do dermatologists in Massapequa do both medical and cosmetic work?
Medical and surgical visits, think skin checks, prescriptions and biopsies, are usually billed to your medical insurance. Botox, fillers and laser treatments are almost always out of pocket. Some practices lean heavily cosmetic and may not accept insurance at all, so it is worth asking before you book your first appointment.
Should I get a full-body skin exam in Massapequa?
A full-body skin exam takes about 15 to 30 minutes and covers every area head to toe, which is how early changes get caught. There is no single recommended schedule that applies to everyone. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force found the evidence insufficient to support routine screening for adults without symptoms, so how often you should go is a conversation for the dermatologist based on your personal history and risk.
Is cosmetic dermatology covered by insurance?
Medical visits are generally billed to insurance, while injectables and device treatments are almost always out of pocket. For Botox or Dysport, ask for the total unit count and the per-unit price before agreeing, because the number that matters is the full session cost. Laser packages are priced per session or as a course, and the per-session price often drops when you commit to multiple treatments.
How much downtime is there after laser resurfacing?
It depends entirely on which device is used. Fraxel and fractional lasers typically mean three to seven days of redness and a rough texture. CO2 ablative resurfacing is the serious end, with raw skin for several days and visible redness for weeks after that. IPL is milder but carries real risk on darker skin tones. Ask the practice which device they plan to use and what the realistic recovery looks like for your specific skin type.