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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

Most of us have a bulge of fat somewhere on our bodies that we wish wasn’t there. Generally, no amount of diet or exercise can spot reduce that problem area. In fact, some patients have noticed that sit-ups and crunches result in bigger abdominal muscles and actually cause the fat on the abdomen to protrude

With summer quickly approaching in Southern California, it’s just about that time of year to start thinking about getting ready to wear bathing suits, tank tops, and shorts. However, this time of year can also bring self-conscious concerns to many people with unwanted body hair. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, we pride ourselves

Each month, we analyze what lasers and light devices are most popular at our office. It may surprise you that treatment with the IPL photofacial machine consistently wins the popularity contest! In fact, IPL usually surpasses even Botox as our most popular office treatment. So, we’re bet you’re wondering exactly what does IPL do and why

Even though fashion comes and goes, the newest hip-hugging styles may be leading young fashionistas to seek liposculpture for their thighs. According to recent reports, the inner thighs have become one of the most commonly treated body areas with liposculpture technology for women between the ages of 20 and 35. At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in

According to a recent study, more men than ever before are seeking treatment to diminish the appearance of small “thread veins” near and on the nose. Just a decade ago, men accounted for only 5% of patients undergoing the treatment, and today, that number has skyrocketed to a whopping 40%! At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in

Over the course of the past several months, the Food and Drug Administration has issued written warnings to more than 350 medical practices across the country who could be at risk of distributing fake Botox after realizing the bogus product had infiltrated distribution in Canada. If an individual is injected with the fake product, they

Picture this—a facial rejuvenation treatment that can take years off your appearance, continue to promote collagen growth long after you’ve undergone the procedure, and tighten and smooth your skin all without ever having to make an incision. Sounds too good to be true, right? Think again! At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, our team

With aging comes a plethora of changes to our face and body, but understanding just what is affecting you is key to understanding the best ways to treat and diminish its presence. As we get into our 40’s and 50’s, it’s extremely common to notice lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet on our faces—but do you

Everybody knows that once we hit our 40’s and 50’s, we’re almost sure to begin showing more severe signs of aging like deep lines and wrinkles on our face and crow’s feet near our eyes. Though seeking treatment to combat the aging process after these tell-tale signs have appeared is still helpful and can provide