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Men in San Diego are increasingly embracing aesthetic treatments to enhance their natural features and maintain a competitive edge in both professional and personal settings. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, our board-certified dermatologists specialize in delivering natural-looking results that help men look and feel their best without appearing “overdone.” Why More Men Are Choosing Aesthetic Treatments

What if I told you that the fountain of youth isn’t a mythical spring, but actually lives within your own skin? The secret lies in understanding and reactivating tiny cells called fibroblasts—your skin’s natural architects of beauty and youth. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, we’ve spent over 35 years perfecting the art and science of fibroblast

Summer in San Diego calls for skin that looks as radiant as the season feels. Whether you’re preparing for beach days, outdoor gatherings, or simply want to feel confident in every photo, achieving clear, luminous skin doesn’t have to wait. The Science Behind Summer-Ready Skin Your skin’s appearance reflects cellular processes happening beneath the surface.

In recent years, the allure of “temporary” tattoos, such as those offered by Ephemeral, has captivated many. Promising designs that fade within a year, these tattoos seemed like the perfect commitment-free body art. However, as highlighted in a recent USA Today article, numerous individuals find themselves with lingering ink, leading to unexpected tattoo regret. At

By Mitchel P. Goldman, MD Tattooing is an ancient practice, with more than one-third of Americans today having at least one tattoo. Yet nearly 30% of those individuals eventually seek removal, driven by personal growth, changing relationships, or evolving tastes. Before lasers, tattoo removal was challenging, painful, and often left scars. In the late 1980s,

By Mitchel P. Goldman, MD Varicose and telangiectatic leg veins impact more than 30% of people by age 30, increasing to nearly 80% by age 80. Although these veins often signal underlying venous hypertension and potential complications like thrombophlebitis and ulcers, patients frequently seek treatment primarily for cosmetic concerns. Today, sclerotherapy is a well-known, minimally

By Mitchel P. Goldman, MD In 1986, after completing my dermatology residency, I joined Dr. Richard Fitzpatrick at Dermatology Associates of San Diego. Together, we embarked on a journey that would significantly transform cosmetic dermatology through groundbreaking advancements in laser resurfacing. Early Challenges: Seeking Better Solutions During the 1980s, treatments for wrinkles, sun damage, and

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Photofacial treatment has become a go-to solution for various skin concerns, from sun damage to rosacea. Understanding what to expect before and after IPL treatment can help you prepare and get the most out of your experience. This guide will walk you through the entire process — and help you explore

Rosacea is more than a cosmetic concern—it’s a chronic skin condition that affects millions, often flaring at the most inconvenient times. If you’re dealing with persistent redness, visible blood vessels, acne-like breakouts or sensitive, inflamed skin, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to settle. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, we specialize exclusively in

Losing a significant amount of weight—whether through Ozempic® or Wegovy®, bariatric surgery, or disciplined effort—is a huge accomplishment. But for many women, the journey doesn’t end at the scale. If you’re left with loose, sagging skin, it can feel like the final piece of your transformation is still out of reach. The good news? You