Fine Lines & Wrinkles
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Beyond Skin Deep
Not only is skin on display 24/7, it is also a predominant factor in perceived age and overall well-being. Skin is the largest organ of the body and can be a gateway to what is going on inside the body. Even slight skin tone and texture changes can impact aesthetics, which could be why skin
Postpartum Skincare and Rejuvenation
Pregnancy is a joyous occasion, but can also significantly impact your skin and body. As the body changes and hormones adjust, it can mean new skin and body challenges that you may want to safely address after pregnancy. Don’t worry—you can capitalize on your pregnancy glow and tackle common postpartum challenges to stay confident and
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
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
Cosmetic Injectables: Don’t Do-It-Yourself
If you are like most people, you are stuck at home much more than you’d like to be right now. You may have picked up a new hobby or skill during quarantine, thanks possibly to online DIY videos—but not all those tutorials are beneficial. Tutorials for at-home cosmetic injectables have been growing in popularity online,
Beauty by the Decade
Age is a product of time—the older we get, the more changes we see in our appearance. Each decade presents new challenges in the quest to maintain the youth and vibrancy that make you the best version of yourself. Sabrina Fabi, MD, of Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego talks about these changes and the
Don’t Let Your Body Give Away Your Age
While many of us focus on keeping our face youthful and vibrant, we don’t always give the same attention to other areas of the body. The result can be a mismatched appearance, with a face that looks much younger than other problem areas like the chest, arms, and buttocks. Fortunately there are nonsurgical treatments available
Beauty Above the Mask
Masks have become a mainstay fashion accessory for 2020, and likely into 2021. While they are an essential tool for keeping our communities healthy, many of us may feel tired of wearing them. Dr. Butterwick recently hosted a webinar to help us feel a bit better about mask wearing and the times we are living
San Diego’s Top Dermatologists Breakdown The Best Winter Treatments
Winter in San Diego may not be much by most standards, but the ever-so-slightly cooler weather and the handful of gloomier, soggier days make it a perfect time to get procedures that require a bit of cover-up. The expert dermatologists at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology know that sun avoidance is key to an optimal outcome for
Which Fraxel Laser Is Right For Me? Comparing Fraxel Lasers
Fraxel lasers, or fractional resurfacing lasers, use microscopic light beams to generate micro-injuries on the skin. This process triggers the skin’s healing process – layer by layer, older and damaged skin is naturally replaced by fresh and healthy skin cells. There are three types of Fraxel laser treatments: Fraxel Re:pair, Fraxel Re:store, and Fraxel Dual,
