Everything You Need to Know about Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that typically appear swollen and raised with a bluish-purple or red color. Veins may begin as just a cosmetic concern – they usually develop in the legs and can be seen through the skin, making those who have them very self-conscious. Over time, however, varicose veins may cause significant

Let’s Be Real(istic) When It Comes To Downtime & Recovery After Cosmetic Procedures

If you’re in your early 30s, in our “look at me” culture, you probably spend a lot of time staring into a mirror (or perhaps, taking countless selfies) and seeing yourself already slipping into an aging body that’s also packing on the pounds. It’s as if we’ve developed our own mentally constructed Snapchat filter that

Injectables: Fact or Fiction?

Interested in fillers, but have heard or read some information that gives you pause? You’re not alone. With the popularity of injectables like Botox, Juvéderm, and Restylane, it’s a challenge to know what’s a myth and what’s the truth. That’s why the board-certified dermatologists and injectables experts at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego have

Goodbye Cellulite! Hello Smooth Skin!

What affects the vast majority of women and even some men, no matter their size and shape? Cellulite. If you’re self-conscious about dimply thighs, you’re not alone: More than 90% of women and 10% of men will be faced with it at some point in their lives, even if they don’t notice it yet. While

Powered by Rubies? How Beautiful Gems Power Our Dermatology Lasers

Gemstones are typically thought of as no more than decorative stones used in jewelry and other luxury items, but did you know that these brilliantly colored crystals and gems are used in everything from watches and radios to industrial drills and lasers? Lasers were first used in medical procedures more than four decades ago for

Lighten Up With Liposculpture to Shape & Contour

Liposuction has been around for decades, but it is only in recent years that cosmetic dermatologists have really begun perfecting the technique known as liposculpture. Liposculpture, as defined by our San Diego medial spa, refers to the targeted removal of fat with an eye towards shaping and contouring, rather than simply removing bulk fat. Through

Plump Your Lips & Lose Your Lines With New Fillers

The past year has seen the FDA approval of many new technologically advanced hyaluronic fillers that create natural, smooth, lifted looks with minimal downtime. The addition of these new options to our roster of fillers means that we are able to further customize treatments for our patients to ensure that they receive the absolute best results

Keep Your Skin Healthy – Stay Away from Knock-Off Dermatology Products

At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, your skin is important to us. Our world-renowned expert dermatologists not only use authentic, research-supported, and dermatologist-tested skin care products but we have also participated in numerous clinical trials to research the efficacy of various skin care products. In fact, several of our board-certified dermatologists have created skin

Cosmetic Laser Dermatology’s Charity Helps Trauma Victims Thrive

One of the most gratifying aspects of being a board-certified dermatologist working in a practice with other skilled professionals is that the work we do positively affects our patients’ lives. People often come to us at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego distraught about their appearance, whether due to genetics or aging, and we are

Richard E. Fitzpatrick, MD

July 21, 1944 – July 12, 2014 It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that our beloved Dr. Fitz has passed away after a 12 year battle with cancer. Dr. Fitzpatrick’s second greatest love, after his family, was his long and varied career in dermatology—which included 36-years of private medical and surgical practice

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