Frequently Asked Questions

If melanoma is suspected, it is usually removed under local anesthesia and examined by a pathologist. Depending on the results, a second surgery may be necessary to remove additional skin around the scar. For thicker tumors, a sentinel lymph node biopsy may also be required. The type of skin cancer determines whether further treatment is needed. For more information, visit the website of the skin cancer clinic: Dr. Brinkmann Clinic.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to completely prevent melanoma. However, you can significantly reduce the risk by taking preventive measures:

1. Protect your skin from UV radiation by wearing protective clothing and using sunscreen with a high SPF, even on cloudy days;
2. Avoid tanning beds, as artificial UV light increases the risk of developing melanoma;
3. Regularly check your skin for changes in moles;
4. Know your risk factors such as fair skin, numerous moles, and family history;
5. If you are uncertain or worried about a possible melanoma, consult a doctor or book our scan.

Regularly examine your skin for suspicious spots, paying special attention to new moles or changes in existing ones. Since not all melanomas are visible to the naked eye, it is advisable to have suspicious spots evaluated by your GP. The GP will determine whether further investigation with Dermazoom’s scan, zoom, and AI technologies is necessary.

If you are a high-risk patient, we recommend a check-up at Dermazoom twice a year. This allows us to detect changes quickly, increasing the chances of early detection and successful treatment.

Early detection is performed using our advanced skin scan, which maps every millimeter of your skin within milliseconds. A dermatologist reviews your images and provides a report.

The sun is the primary cause of skin cancer. Ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun causes discoloration, burns, and in some cases, damage to the skin. The body can repair damaged cells, but not always successfully. When repair fails, uncontrolled cell growth and cancer cell formation can occur. Prolonged or intense exposure—such as during sunny vacations or tanning beds—increases the risk of skin cancer. Protect your skin by using sunscreen, wearing protective clothing, and avoiding the sun between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Read clearly how a skin scan works at Dermazoom.

Dermazoom captures a full-body skin scan in just milliseconds. This means you’ll quickly gain clarity about any potentially suspicious spots on your skin. The entire appointment—from arrival to departure—takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

The 3D skin scan offered by Dermazoom is considered a medical diagnostic procedure; however, health insurers currently do not reimburse the scan under basic health insurance coverage. Treatments resulting from the scan, such as biopsies and operations, are covered under basic care.

Reimbursement discussions for the Dermazoom scan are still ongoing. Some insurers are open to supporting innovative technologies, so we will keep you informed of any updates.

This investment provides you with:

• Immediate clarity about (suspicious) moles or skin irregularities
• High-resolution images of your skin to serve as a reference for tracking changes
• Analysis and medical advice from a specialised dermatologist

No. The Dermazoom skin scan uses specially designed polarized flash lamps. The process is similar to photography and is completely safe for everyone, including pregnant women

Yes. The scan uses polarized flash lamps, comparable to camera flashes, and is entirely safe for pregnant individuals.

Yes, you can. However, please note that moles covered by ink may be more difficult to assess. The rest of your skin can still be scanned effectively and accurately.

No, the scan is entirely painless. You simply stand in a spacious room without making contact with any equipment.

You will stand in a large room equipped with flash lighting. While you are asked to remain still briefly, there is plenty of space around you for comfort.

You will receive the dermatologist’s interpretation of the scan images during your appointment—within 30 minutes.

Skin scans for high-risk patients is not yet a part of the basic health insurance package, but it will be in the future. We are in active discussions with insurers to secure appropriate budgeting.

Our dermatologists interpret the analysis of each skin scan. The findings are compiled into a report. If tumors or significant changes are detected, we share detailed images and medical findings with you, the treating physician. You will receive access to the images through a secure platform, enabling you to initiate any necessary treatment.

Follow-up visits, typically recommended twice a year, allow the integrated AI system to detect new or changing skin lesions. This helps guide the physician to specific areas of concern, minimizing the risk of overlooking subtle early changes. The Dermazoom scan identifies changes in existing moles as well as new suspicious pigmented lesions and non-melanoma skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinomas.

Our 3D AI-driven skin scan represents a significant technological advancement in the early detection of skin cancer. When used as part of regional healthcare collaboration, it offers both effectiveness and cost-efficiency. Thanks to Dermazoom’s robust and scalable infrastructure, partnerships between general practitioners and healthcare institutions are facilitated, enabling us to manage the increasing number of high-risk patients together.

The Dermazoom skin scan detects melanomas, basal cell carcinomas, and squamous cell carcinomas.

Our service is designed for high-risk patients—specifically those with an increased risk of melanoma who require annual monitoring and screening.