After being zapped with the laser repeatedly patients are ready to leave the office without a second thought. Who can remember the aftercare instructions when you feel like the area treated is on fire. It’s normal for the area to feel and look like a superficial...
Most “stick and poke” tattoos are done impulsively by a close friend on a random day inspired by ideas on Pinterest or Instagram. Look up #stickandpoke and you will find over 500,000 images and videos related to this risky trend. What is a Stick and Poke...
Dark spots, sun spots or hyperpigmentation are formed by melanocytes with the overproduction of melanin in the skin. Melanin production can be triggered by hormones. Estrogen and progesterone can increase the level of melanin which is why pregnant women can develop...
#1 Non-Surgical Rhinoplasties Non-surgical nose jobs using fillers are one of the top procedures because it does not require recovery time. These procedures use injectable fillers such as hyaluronic acid to smooth out bridge bumps or to create symmetry. However...
There has been a rise in laser tattoo removal now that inking is part of our culture. Many have questions about the results and risks involved. Tattoos now have less stigma, but tattoo enthusiasts want an alternative to unwanted ink that has become permanent. Patients...
Summer is in full swing and we want to remind everyone to take care of their beautiful skin by focusing on protection with the rise of melanoma cases. In California, the rate of melanoma incidence is 22.4 per 100,000. (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,...