Research Studies

Cosmetic Laser Dermatology has been a part of many research studies. Accure Needle Free – 2023 Principal Investigator: Mitchel P. Goldman, MD Clinical Study: An Evaluation of the Efficacy and Tolerability of Two Alternate Treatment Protocols Using the Accure Laser Accure – 2022 Principal Investigator: Mitchel P. Goldman, MD Clinical Study: An Evaluation of the

The Role of Laser Technology in TotalTat³ Tattoo Removal

Lasers are the only clinically proven approach to tattoo removal without causing scarring. Lasers like PicoSure, PicoWay, and Q-switched lasers are designed to deliver ultra-short pulses of light energy that effectively shatter ink in a tattoo. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, we offer our TotalTat³ procedure, which combines three different lasers to remove tattoos effectively and

Powered by Rubies? How Beautiful Gems Power Our Dermatology Lasers

Gemstones are typically thought of as no more than decorative stones used in jewelry and other luxury items, but did you know that these brilliantly colored crystals and gems are used in everything from watches and radios to industrial drills and lasers? Lasers were first used in medical procedures more than four decades ago for

TotalTat³: The Total Tattoo Solution

TotalTat³ is a proprietary laser tattoo removal procedure developed by Cosmetic Laser Dermatology. The system was designed to remove tattoos of any size and color on any skin tone from any body part. Douglas Wu, MD, PhD, recently detailed this revolutionary treatment in a webinar that outlined procedure steps and showcased impressive before and after

Don’t Forget the Rest – Your Guide to a Leg & Arm Makeover

You’ve plumped your lips and trimmed down your tummy. You’ve turned back the clock more than 10 years with facial rejuvenation treatments. You look amazing. You feel amazing. And then you notice your hands. And your legs. They don’t look as great as the rest of you. In fact, they just plain don’t match your

5 Cosmetic Dermatology Trends to Expect in 2020, According to Leading San Diego Cosmetic Medical Center & Spa

Cosmetic Laser Dermatology is at the forefront of the latest technologies and aesthetic breakthroughs. As San Diego’s #1 destination for beautiful skin for over 30 years, we are renowned for offering the most advanced beauty innovations that will make you look and feel your best without the need for surgery. Below are treatments and procedures

Good, Better, and Best Face Tightening Options [Updated December 2021]

Radiant, smooth, natural, and youthful-looking. These are qualities we always want to use to describe our skin. Unfortunately, with aging comes a decline in facial volume and elasticity. Loss of fat, thinning skin, smaller or larger muscles, and loss of bone density often lead to unattractive, wrinkled, loose, and sagging skin. The good news is,

You Don’t Have to Live With Permanent Makeup/Tattoo Regret

Permanent makeup was originally an alternative to eyeliner for women with physical restrictions. Now, it is cosmetically used to accentuate facial features, such as eyes, lips, cheeks, and eyebrows for anyone who doesn’t want to have to apply makeup everyday. Even locally, in San Diego, people turn to permanent makeup for their cosmetic needs. Unfortunately,

Eliminating Scars

A scar is a natural part of the body’s reaction to wounding or injury and is correlated with healing. Skin scars occur when the dermis (the deep, thick layer of skin) is damaged. The worse the initial damage is, the worse the scar will generally be. Most skin scars are flat and leave a trace

Today’s Job Market & Tattoo Removal

It’s no secret that today’s job market is extremely competitive and not what it used to be. In today’s world, people young and old are going to varying lengths to ensure that they’re not only ready to take on employment, but that they also look the part. Though it isn’t entirely fair, it seems that