Even if you visit Dr. Banta every year for a skin cancer screening, you should still perform monthly self-exams at home. This exam also only takes a few minutes. You should be fully undressed when you do your self-exam so you can look at every part of your body. You'll need a full-length mirror and also a handheld mirror to perform your skin examination well, or may ask your partner to help you look at areas that you cannot readily see. If you notice growths that look abnormal or that have changed over time, contact our office to schedule a more thorough examination.