Skin Care
Enter the New year with Fresh Skin
Fractional CO2 laser is the gold standard for laser skin resurfacing when it comes to treating the effects of facial skin aging. This procedure is used to address a wide range of skin conditions, including: It can also be used for other visible areas of the body, such as the neck, chest, or hands. Additionally,…
Read MoreTHE WINNINGEST COACH CHOOSES THE WINNINGEST APPROACH TO SKIN CANCER
Gary McKnight is the head basketball coach at Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana. At his time there he has become the winningest high school basketball coach in California history. See a video about his story HERE. Coach McKnight has led Mater Dei to more than 1250 victories, including a National Championship and 11 California…
Read MoreNew non-invasive tool for melanoma detection
DID YOU KNOW? We are also a Center for Skin Cancer. The Appearance Center is under the same roof and the same leadership as the Skin Cancer and Reconstructive Surgery Center. Our Appearance Center physicians also treat skin cancer patients, performing complex cancer reconstructions, and addressing post-cancer cosmetic issues. We want ALL of our patients to…
Read MoreA Guide to Fractional CO2 Laser
Whether you’re looking to reduce wrinkles, minimize scars, or improve overall skin texture, CO2 laser treatment could be the answer. What Does Fractional CO2 Laser Do? Fractional CO2 laser is a cosmetic procedure that improves skin texture, tone, and overall appearance. The laser ablates the top layer of skin removing sun damage as well as…
Read MoreCheck in with your Skin
Not only are we wrapping up the summer, but September is Skin Care Awareness Month. We of course remind you to remain vigilant about sunscreen, but we also want to help you to start taking even better care of your skin with some of our in-office procedures. Here are our three favorite ways to improve…
Read MoreMinimizing and Treating Bruising after Procedures
Bruising is common after surgery and filler injections. It usually peaks around 48 hours after intervention and then slowly resolves over 10 days. While most patients expect bruising after surgery, it is less accepted by patients after minimally invasive treatments such as filler. Bruising from filler can be minimized by injecting with a cannula instead…
Read MoreSkin Care Products: Staff Favorites
A common question we get asked is what products we use and recommend to our friends and family. We have compiled a list of our staff’s favorite products, and how they changed our skin! And we are excited to introduce a few members of our Appearance Center team.
Read MoreAcne Management: When it Feels Like You’ve Tried Everything
Acne is caused by a variety of factors. These factors include increased p. acnes bacteria, increased oil production by oil glands, “clogged pores,” genetic susceptibility, and increased androgen hormones. It is important to target multiple causes of acne to best control it. There are many “tried and true” options and some newer and less well…
Read MoreMicroneedling: Simple and Effective
Microneedling is a minimally-invasive cosmetic procedure with a short treatment time, minimal downtime, and noticeable improvement within a few days. It is also cost efficient while still providing long-lasting results. It is performed with a hand-held device containing a tip with very tiny needles. This creates micro wounds in the skin, which help to increase the production…
Read MoreWelcoming a Dermatologist to the Appearance Center
Dr. Adam Aronson has joined our team! He is a Board Certified Dermatologist with an interest in cosmetic treatments that can compliment and enhance healthy skin. Dr. Aronson specializes in injectable treatments, dermal fillers, advanced skin care, laser treatments and chemical peels.
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