The desire to create or maintain a more youthful appearance is widespread in Los Angeles. Innovations in technology now allow an array of option to address specifics with both surgical and nonsurgical treatments. Botox has thus become one of the foundations of minimally invasive and nonsurgical aesthetic facial treatments. People in Los Angeles get Botox…
Severe acne flare-ups and breakouts, coupled with the accompanying inflammation, result in acne scars. Scars resemble small “craters” made of scar tissue, which differs in appearance and consistency than surrounding skin. Since the body treats severe acne as an injury to the skin, repairing the damage involves the wound healing process. THE WOUND HEALING PROCESS…
Dr. Umar was recently recognized among the top 2% of physicians out of the 5,000 who are members of RealSelf.com. The honor, called the RealSelf 100 Award, acknowledges distinction in doctors who profoundly contribute to the Q&A format of the educational social media site. RealSelf gets over three million visitors per month seeking cosmetic surgery…
When people think of dermatology, they tend to associate conditions of the skin. Acne, wrinkles, eczema, rosacea, and many other skin ailments are entrusted to dermatologists for treatment. However, this field of medicine also covers anything to do with the nails and hair. When people endure sudden hair loss, scalp irritation, genetic baldness, etc. they…
Getting an eyebrow lift without surgery may be an ideal treatment for those who recognize the importance of this multi-purpose feature. Eyebrows are a vital facial component because they provide the face with proper aesthetic balance. They are even used in the Rule of Thirds as a form of measurement—defining the top third of the…
Belotero is the latest hyaluronic acid dermal filler on the market. And it’s now available at FineTouch Dermatology. Dr. Umar, founder of the clinic based in Redondo Beach, has been treating patients with fillers and other cosmetic injections for more than 10 years. Popular treatments he’s used and reduce wrinkles and other signs of aging…
When you have to deal with acne, or even when you don’t, it is a common standard of hygiene and skin health to cleanse your face twice per day. Once in the morning and once at night. This washes away dirt, oil, and bacteria. And some washes provide added moisture or anti-aging ingredients to fight…
Most of us seek out acne treatment sometime in our lives. For some, the breakouts are much more severe than for others. This is usually due to genetics. But whether you suffer hereditary breakouts or the occasional bout of pimples due to hormonal causes, there are a handful of easy ways to help alleviate the…
Sometimes, cosmetic procedures don’t turn out the way we plan. Sometimes, even Restylane goes wrong. Cosmetic injections and dermal fillers that use hyaluronic acid are considered minimally invasive. They are a way to improve our physical appearance with low cost and minimal risk. All fillers have a slightly different shelf life before they are absorbed…
Solutions For Acne Scars in Los Angeles
Innovations in dermatology now allow for more acne scar treatment options. They range from topical treatments and facial peels to microdermabrasion and laser therapy. However, acne scarring differs greatly between individuals. The acne itself appears in five different forms, including comedones, papules, pustules, nodules and cystic lesions. Additionally, the cause of acne can range from…
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