Research Studies

Cosmetic Laser Dermatology has been a part of many research studies.  Injectable Drug for Submental Body Contouring – 2024 Principal Investigator: Mitchel P. Goldman, MD Clinical Study: 10xBio completes enrollment in Phase 2b clinical trial for its novel injectable drug, 10XB101, repurposing polidocanol for submental body contouring, aiming to provide enhanced efficacy and tolerability compared

Pre/Post Treatment Guidelines

Being prepared for your dermatology procedures is a valuable part of every successful treatment. Understanding what will happen before, during, and after any treatment will help you to not only be in optimal condition for the process but take proper actions afterward for the greatest degree of success. The team at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology values

The Ultimate Guide to Laser Technology: San Diego’s Most Comprehensive Collection

Imagine having access to the most advanced laser and light technologies on the planet all under one roof. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, this isn’t just imagination—it’s reality. With over 60 cutting-edge devices representing every major category of aesthetic laser, light, and energy technology, we’ve assembled the most comprehensive collection in San Diego. From gentle skin

When “Temporary” Tattoos Stick Around: Understanding Fading Ink, Regret, and Effective Removal

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

The Remarkable Evolution of Laser Tattoo Removal: A Personal Journey

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,

The Role of Laser Technology in TotalTat³ Tattoo Removal

Lasers are the only clinically proven approach to tattoo removal without causing scarring. Lasers like PicoSure, PicoWay, and Q-switched lasers are designed to deliver ultra-short pulses of light energy that effectively shatter ink in a tattoo. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, we offer our TotalTat³ procedure, which combines three different lasers to remove tattoos effectively and

TotalTat³: The Total Tattoo Solution

TotalTat³ is a proprietary laser tattoo removal procedure developed by Cosmetic Laser Dermatology. The system was designed to remove tattoos of any size and color on any skin tone from any body part. Douglas Wu, MD, PhD, recently detailed this revolutionary treatment in a webinar that outlined procedure steps and showcased impressive before and after

Don’t Forget the Rest – Your Guide to a Leg & Arm Makeover

You’ve plumped your lips and trimmed down your tummy. You’ve turned back the clock more than 10 years with facial rejuvenation treatments. You look amazing. You feel amazing. And then you notice your hands. And your legs. They don’t look as great as the rest of you. In fact, they just plain don’t match your

5 Cosmetic Dermatology Trends to Expect in 2020, According to Leading San Diego Cosmetic Medical Center & Spa

Cosmetic Laser Dermatology is at the forefront of the latest technologies and aesthetic breakthroughs. As San Diego’s #1 destination for beautiful skin for over 30 years, we are renowned for offering the most advanced beauty innovations that will make you look and feel your best without the need for surgery. Below are treatments and procedures

Good, Better, and Best Face Tightening Options [Updated December 2021]

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,

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