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Perhaps you had an unfortunate slip and fall when you were a teenager that left a scar on your forehead. Or perhaps you underwent a surgical procedure that caused excessive scarring. Regardless of the circumstances, it’s possible that you’ve developed scar tissue. Scar tissue on the face can be more than distracting; it can make

One of the most common questions I get from patients is when they should start doing preventative procedures. People worry about starting too soon or too late, but the reality is that we start aging the moment we’re born. Even babies should be protected from UV damage with protective clothing, hats, and mineral-based sunblocks. Teenagers

In this age of safe and effective non-surgical treatments, people have become accustomed to waiting for results following multiple treatment sessions. However, did you know that there’s a way to achieve dramatic results in just one treatment? We now have more than 45 different lasers and energy-based treatments to choose from. We can combine multiple

It is national UV Awareness Month, and we at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology would like to take a moment to remind our patients about the importance of protecting your skin from UV rays. UV rays have a number of harmful side effects, ranging from the development of dark spots to skin cancer. However, it is fairly

Fraxel Restore Dual goes beyond the original Fraxel Restore treatment system by targeting and eliminating brown spots and hyperpigmentation. The laser technology allows the dermatology experts at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego to improve the appearance of unsightly brown spots on the skin. In fact, our office has completed more Fraxel Restore Dual procedures

A scar is a natural part of the body’s reaction to wounding or injury and is correlated with healing. Skin scars occur when the dermis (the deep, thick layer of skin) is damaged. The worse the initial damage is, the worse the scar will generally be. Most skin scars are flat and leave a trace

As each of us delves further into the aging process, collagen loss occurs all throughout our bodies—even small places that we may not realize, like around our lips! However, puckering or pursing our lips from time to time over the course of our lives can result in small, vertical lines across the skin above our

At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, achieving youthful hands has never been so easy! In just three easy treatments, our doctors have the ability to revive hands that have fallen victim to the aging process—without the need for surgery. Check out our list below of the best treatments for hand revitalizing! Restoring Volume As with all parts

Q: How Long Will Fraxel Treatments Last With Proper Skin Protection? I have signed up to have six Fraxel treatments for facial wrinkling, sun damage, and uneven skin tone. Will the results be permanent if I  protect my skin from further sun damage? Dr. Mitchel Goldman’s Expert Answer

The eyes often reveal what the rest of the face tries to hide. A late night, stress, allergies,  sun exposure, genetics, or natural signs of aging can all show up in the under eye area. For many people, this looks like dark circles, under eye bags, fine lines, loose skin, or changes in skin texture