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You most likely know about Botox or laser treatments for skin rejuvenation. But have you heard of dermal fillers for sagging, wrinkling or small earlobes? There are many cosmetic procedures that dermatologists are performing out of the spotlight but deserve recognition. With the rising popularity of non-surgical treatments, there’s never been a better time to explore

Years ago, people would show up in their plastic surgeon’s office requesting a new nose with a photo of Kim Kardashian or Meghan Markle in tow. Today, patients in San Diego come prepared with selfies –not those unflattering, awkward mirror selfies taken in bathrooms, but those fit-for-a-magazine-cover, digitally-enhanced versions of themselves that have amassed hundreds

There seems to be a shift these days on how people are pursuing their beauty goals. They no longer want drastic changes, but subtle tweaks that are beautiful and natural-looking. Whether it’s Botox, dermal fillers, or laser treatments, these quick, non-surgical treatments that have become typical lunchbreak procedures here in San Diego are without a

Radiant, smooth, natural, and youthful-looking. These are qualities we always want to use to describe our skin. Unfortunately, with aging comes a decline in facial volume and elasticity. Loss of fat, thinning skin, smaller or larger muscles, and loss of bone density often lead to unattractive, wrinkled, loose, and sagging skin. The good news is,

It’s safe to say that beauty routines nowadays involve more than just luxurious creams, serums, and a weekly facial. Every few months or so, anyone could pay his or her dermatologist’s office a visit and leave 15 minutes later with dramatically tighter, firmer skin. And how often do we hear about those wanting to look

There seems to be a shift these days on how people are pursuing their beauty goals. They no longer want drastic changes, but subtle tweaks that are beautiful and natural-looking. Whether it’s Botox, dermal fillers, or laser treatments, these quick, non-surgical treatments that have become typical lunchbreak procedures are without a doubt, making it easier

There is no denying the impact that social media has on our selfie-obsessed culture. From retouched ad campaigns to meticulously crafted Instagram posts, this constant documentation of our looks has sparked a new set of beauty ideals, and people are now more critical about their facial appearance. Unfortunately, a selfie with bad lighting can show

A skin tag is a small, soft, flesh-colored growth that hangs off of the skin by a connecting stalk. This acquired benign skin growth typically appears as people age. Men and women are equally prone to developing skin tags.  Also known as “cutaneous tags” or “acrochordons,” skin tags are not typically painful, just visual flaws

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

The word “laser” can conjure up all sorts of unnerving, albeit untrue, sci-fi images. When it’s combined with “hair removal”, the myths get even more exaggerated. However, our lasers are actually a thing of beauty. If you’ve been thinking about laser hair removal treatment, the board-certified dermatologists and laser hair removal expert, Leysin Fletcher, PA-C,