Minimizing Surgical Scars
I often am asked by patients how to minimize scarring of the skin after a surgical procedure. Actually, this is very straightforward and the following instructions can be applied to
Category: Dermatology
Botox vs. Fillers
Botox vs. Fillers: Uses, Effects, and Differences Botulinum toxin type A (commonly referred to as Botox) and dermal fillers are both great options for wrinkle treatment. Whether your goal is
Winter Skin 101
Golden State Dermatology has tips for fighting dry, itchy skin By Nora Heston Tarte, San Joaquin Magazine Does dry skin have you down? In winter, dehydrated skin, or xerosis, is
WHY WINTER IS THE BEST TIME FOR SKIN LASER TREATMENT?
No winter blues here, just glowing winter skin! Why? Laser treatments! Laser treatments are a great way to rejuvenate your skin. These treatments can reduce the appearance of fine lines and
Adult Acne in Women
Acne can be a problem not only for teens, but also for women well past their twenties, thirties, and even their forties. Many women continue to suffer from recurrent breakouts
Getting Your Skin Ready for Summer
With beautiful weather already here, now is a good time to focus on your skin for summer! Where to start? A complete, total body skin exam to check for any
Getting Your Skin Ready to Leave the House
Are you ready to resume your life post-Covid? This past year changed our health, beauty and lifestyle habits. Many people skipped annual checkups and postponed doctor visits, even when they
Soap Is Overrated
Tim Schmidt, MD, PhD, FAAD October 20, 2020 Do you really need to use so much soap? Did you know that soap could be harming your skin? I often see
At-Home Skin Check Reminder
With spring around the corner it’s important to get a baseline for your skin’s health before you step out into the warm sun. Doing a regular self skin check is
Dr. Soohoo’s Sunscreen Update
This summer, many patients have been asking me about the safety of daily sunscreen use. Why? A widely-publicized, preliminary FDA study published in the spring of 2019, in the Journal of the
