Posts by Mitchel P. Goldman, MD

Injectables- Appear Younger with No Downtime!
Right now is a very exciting time in cosmetic dermatology. There are so many new products to use to enhance our natural beauty and give us the look that we desire. In addition, we have many new and cutting-edge techniques that we are using with these injectable products. The techniques can be used in a

Top Cosmetic Dermatology Predictions of 2015
Using a mix of intuition, trend-watching, and research, our expert physicians have come up with a list of cosmetic dermatology predictions for 2015. From laser technology advancements to new FDA-approved dermal fillers, 2015 promises to deliver excellent patient results, helping men and women achieve the appearance they want. Lasers Traditionally used for tattoo removal, Picosecond

Lumenis ResurFX is Gentle and Effective
Laser treatments for the skin can have stunning results, but many require days of downtime to fully recover and be presentable in public. The Lumenis ResurFX, however, is a gentle, non-ablative laser which delivers great results with no recovery time necessary. The expert cosmetic dermatologists in San Diego at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology offer Lumenis ResurFX for patients who

Repair Sun Damage with IPL Treatments
One option for sun damage repair at our medical spa in San Diego is IPL, or intense pulsed light, treatment. IPL treatments are a gentle and effective means of restoring youthful skin. IPL treatments can reduce sun damage, age spots and pigmentation problems, both red and brown. Another great thing about IPL treatments is the

3 Reasons Why At-Home Lasers Aren’t Worth It
At-home, do-it-yourself laser treatments have been becoming more popular recently, with a few FDA-approved treatments on the market to buy and take home. However, these laser treatments are much less effective than what you can get at the office of a board-certified dermatologist. Cosmetic Laser Dermatology performs fractional resurfacing in San Diego with a team

Richard E. Fitzpatrick, MD
July 21, 1944 – July 12, 2014 It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that our beloved Dr. Fitz has passed away after a 12 year battle with cancer. Dr. Fitzpatrick’s second greatest love, after his family, was his long and varied career in dermatology—which included 36-years of private medical and surgical practice

The Many Uses of Juvederm
Juvederm has become a popular choice for non-surgical lip injections, but did you know it has many other uses as well? At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, our board-certified dermatologists use Juvederm in San Diego to smooth lines and wrinkles by restoring lost volume. For patients wanting to minimize signs of aging in the face, Juvederm injectable

Plump Thin Lips with Juvederm
With age, many people notice that their lips lose volume and become thinner. Thin lips can age our overall appearance and reduce our self-confidence in our smile. Many people think that surgical lip augmentations are the only way to regain plump, youthful lips. Thankfully, the board-certified dermatologists at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology are able to restore

Body Sculpting Treatments Become More Popular
At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, our board-certified dermatologists are experts in the field of fat-reducing cosmetic procedures such as liposuction and body contouring. Dr. Mitchel Goldman recently answered some frequently asked questions regarding the rise in popularity of body sculpting treatments. Body Sculpting FAQs 1. What are your general thoughts about the popularity of

The Difference between Sclerotherapy and Phlebectomy
At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, our board-certified dermatologists use several cutting-edge techniques in order to remove unsightly face, chest, hand, and leg veins. Two of the most innovate vein removal procedures that are typically utilized to treat leg veins are sclerotherapy and phlebectomy. While the two vein treatments both produce incredible results, they are