Laser Coring
Laser-Coring™ is the most advanced treatment within the UltraClear® laser platform, designed to address deeper skin concerns with precision. It works beneath the surface to improve the appearance of wrinkles, refine advanced texture changes, and support healthier-looking skin. Cosmetic Laser Dermatology is the first practice in San Diego to lead with this laser technology.
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Deep renewal
Laser-Coring reaches the deepest dermal layers to stimulate collagen, elastic fiber, and hyaluronic acid production from within, transforming your skin at its foundation.
Advanced tightening
Advanced tightening begins deep within the skin, where laser energy stimulates collagen contraction. This process naturally firms the skin and promotes a visible lift. As collagen continues to rebuild, patients experience laser skin tightening with a more refreshed look.
Texture refinement
Etched lines, rough patches, and uneven skin texture are smoothed as the laser promotes comprehensive cellular renewal throughout the deeper skin layers.
Smooth Wrinkles
Wrinkles and deep creases are visibly softened as the treatment rebuilds your skin’s structural support system.
Structural support
By strengthening the skin’s underlying framework through enhanced collagen and elastic fiber production, Laser-Coring helps restore lost volume and resilience.
Visible rejuvenation
Patients typically see improvement over several months as the skin continues to regenerate and reveal a smoother, more refreshed appearance.
What Makes Laser-Coring Different?
Innovation That Redefines Results
Laser-Coring reaches deeper layers of the skin to improve wrinkles, deep texture changes, and scarring. It is especially effective for areas like the neck, where skin structure and quality can be more challenging to treat, while still delivering meaningful improvements on the face and other targeted areas like the jowls.
Compounding Effect
Tissue coring combined with laser rejuvenation triggers rapid collagen, elastic fiber, and hyaluronic acid production that enhances overall cosmetic results.
Less Downtime and Discomfort
Patients typically experience a shorter downtime and greater comfort compared to traditional deep laser treatments.
Customizable Treatment Plan
Laser Coring may be combined with other UltraClear modes such as 3DMIRACL®. It can also be used with other lasers and procedures to address different areas in a single laser session.
Limited Thermal Damage
This advanced approach minimizes bulk heating by targeting deeper tissue. Surrounding skin is protected, making Laser-Coring a safer option for delicate areas including the neck.
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I trust Farzaneh Momeni completely with my skin. She is by far the best clinical aesthetician I’ve ever known. My skin has improved dramatically since I began monthly facials with her. Her treatments are 100% results-driven so if this is what you seek, look no further. Also, the entire Team at West Dermatology are top-notch. They’re always friendly, professional, & helpful, & greet everyone with a smile. 10 Stars all around!
My new regular cosmetic dermatology office. Dr Zubair is amazing and really patient with me. He has helped me over the last year with keloid scar removal, jaw Botox, and full facial acne scar treatment (ultra clear). The office is clean and the nursing/medical assistant staff is accommodating on all levels. I will always recommend this office and Dr Zubair to friends and family.
Most professional and most impressive! The service from the physicians to office staff is superb!
I live in Orange County and drove all the way out to see Dr. Wu because a friend of mine referred him (she had amazing results from her face and neck procedure). Dr. Wu is truly an artist! He made me feel extremely comfortable during my procedure. I was anxious when I got there, but he (and his staff) have such great energy and are so very kind and gentle that you can't help but feel at ease! The office was immaculate and they adhered to covid rules (sanitizing, temp checks, masks). This is my go-to place from now on and Dr. Wu is my go-to guy! Can't wait to see my final results! Thank you Phyllis (pre-op) for being so wonderful and informative! You were so very helpful and kind! I'll definitely be back!
Leysin and the entire team at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology are fantastic. They are professional, caring and communicative. The laser treatment was comfortable, efficient and effective! I highly recommend this practice. I definitely will come back and recommend her and Cosmetic Laser Dermatology to my family and friends.
Dr. Goldman is amazing! I came here for my permanent eyeliner removal (which is not offered anywhere near me), and they are completely removed in just one session. They use a special contact lens to protect your eyes from the laser, and there are no damages to my eyelashes. The healing was also nice and smooth. They have everything you need. I live almost 3 hours away, but it was totally worth the trip. For anyone who is looking to remove their permanent makeup, this is the right place to go :)-
Dr. Butterwick is fantastic, all of her team as well. They make sure your experience is pleasant and painless as possible. My tattoo removal and my injectables look amazing. I highly recommend her for any skin treatment.
Cosmetic Laser Dermatology was recommended to me by my dermatologist. He recommended Dr. Monica Boen. I'm so glad I took his recommendation. Everyone here at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology was super nice and friendly. Very welcoming. I came here for hair removal treatment. I did 4 sessions with Dr. Boen. Dr. Boen made me feel so comfortable and at ease when I talked to her. She explained everything before she did my treatment. I loved that. She was really easy to talk to. I definitely will come back and recommend her and Cosmetic Laser Dermatology to my family and friends.
This office is awesome. My visit today was with Dr. Groff. His bed side manner is so fun and welcoming. He understood my concerns and recommended a treatment plan that I feel was reasonable. I love his staff! They take there time to make sure you understand the treatment and after care. Everyone in the office, from the front desk to the nurses in the back, are so friendly and beautiful. They are very prompt and I trust my care with CLD. I can't wait for my next visit. See you guys in a few weeks!
"Dr. Sabrina Fabi is genius! Her technique is unlike anyone, her eye is precise, and her kindness and caring manner comes from the depth of her soul. She's simply brilliant! It's no wonder people travel the country just to be treated by her."
I wish I could give them 10 stars! I had such an awesome experience for my first visit and I am referring everyone I know to this office. From the super friendly staff to the state of the art procedures, they are the cream of the crop.
“I came to participate in a research study. All of the Doctors and staff at C.L. Dermatology are very professional, warm and friendly. All our my needs were anticipated and the hospitality of this office is like a five star hotel.”
Why You'll Love Us
Unmatched UltraClear Expertise
Our board-certified dermatologists have mastered the complete UltraClear laser platform, allowing us to precisely match the optimal treatment mode to your specific skin concerns and deliver consistently exceptional results across all skin types.
Pioneering Research Leaders
We have participated in over 300 clinical studies since 1984, including FDA trials for advanced laser technologies, giving our team unparalleled experience with cutting-edge treatments often years before they become widely available.
Industry Leaders
With 60+ laser, light, and energy devices at our disposal, we can customize your Laser-Coring treatment and combine it with additional laser technologies like 3DMIRACL, Ultherapy®, Thermage FLX®, or Sofwave™ for enhanced rejuvenation. This approach supports our proprietary Take5 and Take10 procedures, delivering meaningful improvement through carefully selected laser combinations.
Proven Track Record of Natural Results
As San Diego’s #1 destination for beautiful skin for over 35 years, our board-certified dermatologists have helped over 100,000 satisfied patients achieve their aesthetic goals using advanced techniques backed by science and decades of clinical expertise.
Understanding The Difference between Laser-Coring and Non Laser Coring Treatments
Laser-Coring represents an advanced approach to laser skin resurfacing and laser skin tightening compared to non-laser coring treatments such as Ellacor. Instead of relying solely on mechanical tissue removal, Laser-Coring uses a cold fiber laser to precisely target deeper skin structures, enabling tissue coring and laser resurfacing to work together. This added precision and adaptability make it a newer, more versatile option for addressing advanced skin concerns, particularly in areas like the neck.
What to Expect from Laser Coring in San Diego
Cosmetic Laser Dermatology is proud to be San Diego’s #1 destination for beautiful skin for over 35 years. By choosing us, you can expect precision treatment delivered by board-certified dermatologists with extensive experience in advanced laser rejuvenation.
UltraClear Expertise
Our team uses the full UltraClear laser platform, allowing us to select the ideal mode for each skin concern across all skin types.
3DMIRACL Integration
Laser-Coring can be paired with lighter modes such as 3DMIRACL for comprehensive multi-layer rejuvenation in a single session.
Customized Treatment Plans
Each session is designed around your aesthetic concerns, skin condition, and long-term goals by our board-certified dermatologists.
Advanced Safety and Comfort
Our physicians use modern techniques and monitoring for a comfortable treatment experience and consistent results.
Our Renowned Dermatologists
We are proud to share that Dr. Goldman, Dr. Butterwick, Dr. Groff, Dr. Fabi, & Dr. Boen have once again been recognized as Castle Connolly Top Doctors in 2026!
Cosmetic Laser Dermatology has been voted Best Cosmetic Dermatology Practice in San Diego Magazine’s 2025 “Best of San Diego” readers’ poll!
Dr. William Groff was voted Best Cosmetic Dermatologist, Best Cosmetic Surgeon, and Best Dermatologist for 4 consecutive years by the San Diego Reader Best Poll.
Dr. Mitchel Goldman was voted #1 Cosmetic Dermatologist in America by Newsweek
Dr. William Groff was voted Best Cosmetic Dermatologist and Best Cosmetic Surgeon for 8 consecutive years by the San Diego U-T Best Readers Poll.
Drs. Goldman, Butterwick, and Fabi made the top 8 in Newsweek’s Best Cosmetic Dermatologists in America for the last two years in a row
Voted in the top 10% of Realself Doctors by achieving high patient satisfaction and getting favorable feedback on Q&A
Dr. William Groff was voted Best Dermatologist for 10 consecutive years and Best Cosmetic Surgeon for 9 consecutive years by the La Jolla Light Best Readers Poll.
Drs. Goldman, Butterwick, Groff, Fabi, and Boen were named Castle Connolly Top Doctors in 2025, making us one of the Top 3 Practices in California with the most Castle Connolly Top Doctors in Dermatology.
Dr. Boen has been recognized as a Top Doctor in 2023 and 2024 by San Diego County Medical Society.
Dr. Butterwick, is a distinguished facial cosmetic surgeon certified by the American Board of Facial
Cosmetic Surgery (ABFCS).
Laser-Coring FAQ
Laser-Coring is the most advanced and intensive mode within the UltraClear system. While 3DMIRACL® focuses on superficial skin renewal with little downtime, Laser-Coring reaches deeper layers of the skin to address more advanced concerns that lighter modes are not designed to treat as effectively.
3DMIRACL is ideal for early rejuvenation, surface texture, discoloration, and overall glow with little discomfort and little downtime. Laser-Coring™ is designed for deeper skin concerns, such as pronounced wrinkles and advanced texture changes, and requires a longer recovery period to support more significant skin remodeling.
Laser-Coring uses cold fiber laser technology and precision tissue coring to deliver targeted results with a higher ratio of efficacy to downtime compared to many traditional resurfacing approaches. This allows for advanced correction while maintaining controlled energy delivery and predictable healing.
Laser-Coring improves the appearance of deep wrinkles, etched lines, creases, rough texture, and deep scarring. It also supports stronger, healthier-looking skin through stimulation of collagen, elastic fiber, and hyaluronic acid production.
Laser-Coring is most commonly performed on the face and neck but may also be used on other areas where deeper skin resurfacing is appropriate. Your dermatologist will determine the best treatment areas based on your skin condition and goals.
Laser-Coring uses advanced cold fiber laser technology to precisely target deeper skin structures while minimizing thermal injury. Unlike non laser coring methods that rely on mechanical tissue removal, Laser-Coring combines tissue coring with laser resurfacing, allowing for greater control, customization, and skin regeneration through stimulation of collagen, elastic fiber, and hyaluronic acid production.
Most patients experience redness, swelling, and peeling for several days. Many return to normal routines in approximately one week, though healing timelines may vary depending on treatment intensity and individual skin response.
Topical numbing cream is used to enhance comfort during treatment. Patients typically describe the sensation as pressure with occasional warmth.
The level of precision and adaptability is not possible with non laser coring techniques, making Laser-Coring a newer and more versatile technology for addressing advanced skin concerns, particularly in areas like the neck.
Yes. Laser-Coring is often part of a comprehensive approach and may be combined with 3DMIRACL for surface refinement or with Ultherapy®, Thermage FLX®, or Sofwave™ to address additional skin concerns as part of a personalized plan.
Initial improvements are often visible as the skin heals, with continued refinement developing over several months as collagen, elastic fiber, and hyaluronic acid production increases. Individual results may vary.
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