Severe acne flare-ups and breakouts, coupled with nodulocystic acne inflammation, often result in acne scars. A two-fold approach is required to first address the severe acne and then eliminate or minimize the scarring from acne cysts and nodules. This teenage-aged patient with severe nodulocystic acne also had severe scarring from his acne. Dr. Umar first…
Acne is a medical skin disease that affects both men and women, known medically as acne vulgaris. Acne occurs at various severity levels, ranging from flare-ups and pimples to chronic breakouts and nodulocystic acne with acne cysts and nodules. This patient required severe acne treatment procedures for both nodulocystic acne and acne scar removal treatments.…
If you are currently suffering from the appearance of melasma on your face or body, there are numerous treatments to improve your uneven complexion and hyperpigmentation. The most popular and effective cosmetic treatments are topical solutions with hydroquinone and laser procedures such as Lutronic Spectra, Fraxel re:fine and Fraxel DUAL melasma treatment. Dr. Umar at…
With less daylight hours and less time spent outside during this season, wintertime is ideal for a Fraxel laser skin treatment at the FineTouch Dermatology. Skin after any type of laser resurfacing is extra sensitive since it is in the wound healing process to improve appearance and/or correct a cosmetic or medical issue. Winter is…
At age forty four, it seems that Jennifer Aniston has not aged much since her days playing Rachel on the hit NBC series, Friends. In fact, some people feel that she may have become even better looking over time. Just two years ago, Men’s Health Magazine dubbed her the Sexiest Woman of All Time. That…
Fraxel is one of the most talked about skin laser systems in the media. It is helping to change the way we approach common issues such as: – Acne scars – Age spots – Melasma – Large pores These concerns are caused by tiny structural elements in the skin. And with Fraxel, it is possible…
Whether it’s dry skin or uneven skin tone you need to address, your medicine cabinet and fridge most likely have effective, simple products for beauty and skincare fixes. Rather than stock your home full of every beauty and skincare product, look no further then some common household items. Not only do they work double-duty and…
Pimples, zits and the array of skin blemishes that acne causes are seriously skin disease that also causes scarring. Skin blemishes hurt when they are forming on your skin. They ruin your complexion and feel horrible once they surface. However, the acne havoc does not stop there. Acne treatment and prevention alone are highly popular…
Fraxel is a brand of fractional lasers used to treat an array of skin conditions. After just one treatment, skin becomes softer and smoother. Additionally, Fraxel laser treatments repair aging skin and sun damage, eradicate fine lines and wrinkles, and improve uneven complexions. An important factor is that they target only problems areas and leave surrounding…
How a Los Angeles Dermatologist for Sun Damage Improves Skin
A sun protection skin care regimen prevents and reduces the amount and appearance of sun damage and age spots. Additionally being mindful with preventative measures, in addition to a customized skin care regimen, decreases your chances for developing skin cancer. A Los Angels dermatologist for sun damage and age spots can help you improve skin…
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