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Is Sclerotherapy Safe?
If you’re troubled by the appearance of spider or varicose veins on your legs, or if they’re causing symptoms such as itching or throbbing, rest assured that relief is possible. Sclerotherapy is an outpatient procedure for treating spider and varicose veins. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, our board-certified dermatologists are experts in the
Take 10 Years Off Your Appearance Before the Holidays
Are Aging Symptoms Putting a Damper on Your Holiday Spirit? The holidays are only weeks away, bringing days packed with activities and social events. Extended families gather to celebrate. Employers and friends throw parties. And everywhere you go, people are taking pictures of the festivities on their camera phones. It’s a time of year when
RHA Fillers vs. HA Fillers: Which is Right for You?
It’s safe to say that neuromodulators and dermal fillers have become one of the most popular choices in cosmetic treatments today due to the natural and immediate results you see when performed by an expert cosmetic dermatologist. Reinforcing this trend is the next generation of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, the RHA line of fillers, which
Cosmetic Laser Dermatology: A 35-Year Perspective
Cosmetic Laser Dermatology has been San Diego’s #1 destination for beautiful skin for over 35 years. With seven board-certified dermatologists and more than 100 years of combined dermatologic surgery experience, Cosmetic Laser Dermatology has made a name for itself as one of the world’s leading cosmetic dermatology practices. But building an over $20 million per
Which Laser is Right for You?
Lasers offer a safe and effective way to improve skin tone and texture and reduce visible signs of aging without the need for surgery. But if you often confuse one laser for another, or believe they all work the same way and achieve the same results, you are not alone. For instance, it’s common knowledge
Eye Rejuvenation
As a feature that gets plenty of attention, we want our eyes to radiate youthful beauty. Unfortunately, the delicate skin surrounding the eyes is one of the first areas to show signs of aging and sun damage, leading us to look older than we feel. The good news is there are plenty of treatment options
Botox Can Do That?
We all know Botox® is the gold standard when it comes to wrinkle reduction. After all, it is the #1 performed cosmetic procedure in the world today. But there is a reason why Time Magazine dubbed Botox as a blockbuster drug “that’s treating everything.” Did you know that Botox was first approved for medical use,
3 Reasons to Choose TotalTat³ for Laser Tattoo Removal
Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, CA, is at the forefront of tattoo removal technologies. With 50+ laser, light, and energy devices available, we are proud to offer the revolutionary TotalTat³ treatment, our proprietary laser tattoo removal technique developed by our board-certified dermatologists. We designed the TotalTat³ system to remove tattoos of any size and
Why Everyone Needs an IPL Treatment
As warmer weather waltzes in, there’s no better time to revamp your skin for a fresh, healthy look. Spring is the season for renewal, and one versatile cosmetic skin treatment that will refresh your appearance is the IPL photofacial. This procedure helps people of all ages not only achieve better skin tone and texture, but
Wrinkles and Sagging Around the Mouth
Sagging skin and wrinkles in the lower face are common complaints among cosmetic patients. Board-certified dermatologist Kimberly Butterwick, MD, of Cosmetic Laser Dermatology addressed those concerns in her recent webinar titled “Wrinkles and Sagging around the Mouth.” During the presentation, Dr. Butterwick explained these changes are part of the aging process as well as the
