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 Cosmetic dermatologists are physicians who have chosen to specialize in dermatology services that are aesthetic in nature. This doctor will have completed a dermatology residency after med school. At that point, any dermatologist could choose to describe themselves as a cosmetic specialist, but the true specialists undergo additional training specific to cosmetic treatments. A cosmetic dermatologist will focus her or...

If you have visible blood vessels or rough, red skin, you may have a common skin condition known as rosacea. Commonly mistaken for acne or a naturally ruddy complexion, rosacea’s exact cause is unknown. However, there are several environmental and hereditary factors that can trigger symptoms. Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald can help you determine the source of these flare-ups and create...

Every day you're bombarded with images, videos, and ads with the latest way to reach your ideal figure. From fad diets to liposuction, there are dozens of body sculpting options in the Los Angeles area. Many men and women who have lost weight through diet and exercise still struggle with common stubborn areas such as their “love handles,” stomach, and...

Whether to choose a Hyaluronic Gel like Juvederm Voluma or Restylane Lyft or Sculptra for cheek augmentation will depend a great deal on how your face is proportioned and what may be happening due to volume loss or genetic volume deficiency. The face goes through many changes as we age, and these changes can start very early. Aside from aging, some people...

Squeamish at the idea of surgery just to achieve some mild level of skin tightening? For many years the only option for tightening and toning loose skin around the eyelids and face was surgery. Although highly effective, it is also quite invasive and requires considerable downtime for recovery. However, advancements in medical technology and techniques have created an effective second...

Every woman likes having pretty, youthful-looking hands. But age and sun exposure can make them less than pretty and sometimes make you seem older than you are. Fixable Problems Loss of padding which means veins become more obvious and bone structure shows. Restore youthful plumpness with the volumizing filler Restylane Lyft. See fuller, younger-looking hands immediately – results that will...

  Scars from Acne are a tough reminder of a time you'd rather forget. Unfortunately, unlike acne, which usually goes away on its own, scars don't. The only way to permanently improve acne scarring from the "inside out" is to use the new collagen your body produces. The challenge lies in choosing the correct procedure for your skin. Collagen creation...

Ultherapy is a non-surgical treatment that tightens skin on the: Brow Chin Neck Chest (the area above the breasts, where a low-cut top would expose) This procedure works by heating tissue in a targeted layer beneath the surface of the skin. This thermal energy tightens and lifts the skin in two ways: It causes coagulation of the collagen present in...

If you’re looking for a nonsurgical skin rejuvenation solution that delivers beautiful, long-lasting results, a HydraFacial may be right for you. This treatment provides instant exfoliation, moisturizing, and cleansing benefits, and it is gentler than alternatives such as microdermabrasion. Did you say you want CLEAN? The spiral design of HydroPeel® Tips, used in conjunction with the HydraFacial proprietary vacuum technology...

Dr. Fitzgerald offers a wide range of body sculpting procedures. This means our Los Angeles-area patients have a number of options and can finally resolve any number of long-standing aesthetic concerns. However, this wealth of options can be a little confusing. We understand that if you're considering a body sculpting procedure, you probably have a lot of questions. And we...

IPL treatments utilize intense pulses of light to penetrate into the deep layers of your skin, delivering dramatic skin rejuvenation results. Dr. Fitzgerald has taken this technology a step further by offering BBL (broadband light) photofacial, the most powerful light treatments available. BBL and IPL treatments provide a wide range of benefits, including: Versatile treatment – IPL and BBL can...

PICO Genesis is a gentle and effective laser treatment for your skin. If you are unhappy with an uneven, hyperpigmented complexion, then this option may be right for you. PICO Genesis is ideal for reducing or eliminating: Sun damage Brown spots Age spots Hyperpigmentation Melasma and redness Pigmented lesions This device works a little differently than traditional, high-intensity, heat-producing lasers....

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions impacting Americans between the ages of 12 and 25. For many acne patients, the condition can be a source of self-consciousness or embarrassment. Long term acne is particularly destructive in that scars become lifelong reminders of a difficult time. Treating acne early is the best decision you can make. With the...

Ultherapy in Los Angeles Ultherapy is approved for nonsurgical lifting of the lower face, the brow and the decollete. Ultrasound can get to the deep parts if your skin layers without disrupting the surface through the idea of concentration and what I talk about this or describe it to other people I like to use the analogy of the magnifying...

Ultherapy is a consistent award winner. Ultherapy won its 10th New Beauty Award as the Best Nonsurgical Skin Tightener in 2023. Ultherapy® was recognized as the "Best Energy Based Device 2019" by the Anti-Ageing & Beauty Trophy. The Anti-Ageing & Beauty Trophy is presented by EuroMediCom to recognize companies with innovative devices. In 2020 My Face, My Body Awards named...

CoolTone is a non-invasive device that tones and strengthens muscles in the abdomen, buttocks, and thighs. Receive a 30-minute CoolTone treatment at our comfortable office to fine-tune the results you’ve achieved at the gym! By combining the treatment with CoolSculpting, you can reduce excess fat while also building toned muscle. Oftentimes, certain areas of the body do not reach the level of definition and...

Leave it to the French to come up with a term as subtle and sexy as décolletage. However, I’m certain that lines, wrinkles and crepey skin were not what they had in mind when the word was coined. Thankfully, Ultherapy Décolletage Treatment has received FDA clearance. Which means the same non-invasive yet effective technology that uses ultrasound imaging to lift...

Age spots can make you look a lot older than you are. These discolorations are also referred to as "brown spots" and "liver spots." Although the decreased cell turnover associated with age contributes to these spots, they are actually caused by sun exposure. Prolonged time soaking up UVA/UVB rays causes your body to respond with an increase in melanin. The...

With renewal and rejuvenation in mind, we conceptualized Skin Rehab. Choose from a range of three lasers starting with the most gentle with no downtime to more effective with moderate downtime. If you’re looking to prevent and address early signs of aging and you’d like to score better skin texture and elasticity, Clear + Brilliant will do just that and...