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Skin cancer affects a large percentage of the population and is the most common type of cancer. Luckily, it is also one of the easiest to recognize and treat. Catching skin cancer early is essential for successful removal of cancer, as the earlier it is caught the easier it is to remove all of the

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

June is Acne Awareness Month and we at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology want you to know about what causes acne and how you can get rid of it. Acne is the most common skin condition in America, affecting anywhere from 40 to 50 million people. While it affects teens most often, adult acne is also common

Learn more about Fractional Resurfacing for Acne Reporter: Time now for a look at your health.  It is the season of skin with summer just around the corner and our faces make a first impression that’s why acne can be particularly traumatizing for adults who have it, it’s not just a teenage problem. The average

As if acne isn’t frustrating enough, it often leaves behind evidence of its existence in the form of a scar. It’s important to know, though, that you don’t have to live with embarrassing scars forever. Our doctors here at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego utilize state-of-the-art laser technology to treat acne scars for our

If you believe that you’re good at hiding away all of the stresses in your life, think again. According to new reports, the amount of stress in your life can be reflected by one of the most important parts of your body—your skin! At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, our team of world-renowned doctors

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

Acne occurs when our pores become clogged.  Each pore opens to a follicle, which contains a hair and an oil gland. The oil released by the gland helps remove old skin cells and keeps your skin soft. When glands produce too much oil, the pores can become blocked, and dirt, bacteria, and cells build up

As Mitchel P. Goldman, MD explained on Fox 5 News earlier this week, a certain species of Snail, Cryptomphalus aspersa, secretes a natural slime-like material when the animal is injured, which aims to regenerate the wound and heal the skin in under twenty four hours. Dubbed “SCA,” (Secretion of Cryptomphalus Aspersa) this glycoprotein has actually been

Many of the treatments and surgeries that help people transitioning from one gender to another – from male to female (MTF) or from female to male (FTM) – can create unwanted side effects that make the process more complicated. Common examples of these side effects include: Unexpected, unwanted hair loss on some parts of the