I decided a long time ago that I didn’t like my arms. While Nora Ephron took an exception to her neck, my arms were the bane of my existence. I remember a time when they were shapely, toned and the skin was soft. I wouldn’t think twice about a capped... Continue Reading
You know how you can’t unsee a flaw in the mirror? Meet my jowls. Jowls is a funny word that becomes depressing the more you say it. Jowls. Jowls. On good days, with my head held at an angle and with a shade-shy-of-frantic smile, I suppose I could have passed... Continue Reading
Thermage® is a radio frequency device with a long history and excellent safety record. It is FDA approved for skin tightening on the face, neck, eyelids (periorbital), and body. Abdomen, buttocks and knees are especially popular treatment areas. It is one of our most performed treatments for cellulite and skin... Continue Reading
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common form of skin cancer in the United States. It usually arises in sun exposed areas and appears as a red, scaly sore or growth that may itch or bleed. These red, scaly patches are referred to as actinic keratosis (AKs). About... Continue Reading
I have to start by telling you that I REALLY hate the lines around my eyes. I have had dark circles, crepey eyelids and wrinkles under my eyes since I was a kid. In my 20s, I discovered eye creams and anti aging serums. I would patiently dab a variety of... Continue Reading
Dermatology & Laser of Del Mar has recently added ThermiVA® vaginal rejuvenation to to it's menu of available treatments. ThermiVA® has quickly become the gold standard in feminine rejuvenation. It is quick, comfortable, and effective. There is no downtime and you can return to your normal activities (including sexual activities)... Continue Reading
An actinic keratosis AK forms when the skin is damaged by ultraviolet (UV) rays from sun exposure or indoor tanning. When you have more than one AK, you have actinic keratosis, or AKs. Anyone who has many AKs should be under a dermatologist’s care. Most people who have many AKs continue... Continue Reading
