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One of the most common questions I get from patients is when they should start doing preventative procedures. People worry about starting too soon or too late, but the reality is that we start aging the moment we’re born. Even babies should be protected from UV damage with protective clothing, hats, and mineral-based sunblocks. Teenagers

Cosmetic dermatology procedures have long been thought to be mainly the domain of women. While women still make up the majority, the number of men having cosmetic procedures has been rising steadily over the past few years. According to the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, in 2015 over 1 million men received cosmetic procedures such

The latest trend in beauty care to turn back the clock is to mix and blend multiple non-invasive treatments at one time to address multiple skin concerns. Combining treatments, such as dermal fillers with Botox or laser resurfacing with skin tightening devices, achieves better results than any one treatment could on its own. The concept

While the holiday season comes with the joy of reuniting with friends, coworkers, and family, the effects of too many parties, food, wine, and lack of rest can take a noticeable toll on the skin. And no area on the face is more vulnerable to the signs of fatigue and aging than the delicate skin

Stress is, unfortunately, a fact of life for most people today, and it can be a vicious cycle – stress can cause skin and health problems, which in turn lead to even more stress! Short and long-term stressors can cause different problems with your skin, so it’s important to realize what’s happening and take steps

dermaWith the rise of technology comes the rise of new medical and cosmetic conditions directly related to these technological advances. One such new condition has been dubbed the “smartphone squint.” People suffering from this condition complain of headaches, tension, and wrinkles around their eyes. Doctors have found that staring at a smartphone screen for long

It is national UV Awareness Month, and we at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology would like to take a moment to remind our patients about the importance of protecting your skin from UV rays. UV rays have a number of harmful side effects, ranging from the development of dark spots to skin cancer. However, it is fairly

For every person who suffers from a double chin that they can’t get rid of, there is exciting news. A brand-new treatment has just been FDA approved by the US Food and Drug Administration that non-invasively targets and destroys fat cells under the chin. This new treatment from Kythera Biopharmaceuticals, called Kybella, is the first

At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, we are proud to be on the very forefront of cosmetic procedures, and we are excited to announce the launch of brand-new Restylane Lyft. We have long used Restylane products, including Restylane, Perlane, and Restylane Silk, and we look forward to being able to offer Restylane Lyft in the near future as

People generally associate women with cosmetic procedures, but according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons recent statistics, the number of men undergoing cosmetic procedures is on the rise. With the surge in minimally invasive services, Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego can help men also look naturally refreshed and rested without running the risk of looking