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Medical Dermatology

Special Back to School News: Zooming In On Acne

This article was edited by Stefan Lowenstein, MD.

Starting the new school year in person or virtually can be quite awkward and challenging. Adding to the beginning of the year stresses are the blotches and blemishes of adolescent acne.

The...read more


Medical Dermatology

Living with Psoriasis: Causes and Misconceptions

Very often, psoriasis issues start slowly, with just a few red or itchy spots on the skin. Yet, the amount of affected skin continues to increase over time. For some patients, the symptoms may become unmanageable. Eventually, they may...read more


Sun Damage and Skin Elasticity

California Skin Institute providers have extensive expertise in helping patients mitigate the effects of a weakened collagen and elastin fiber structure, by reinforcing skin elasticity through minimally-invasive treatments, as well as offering a number of surgical procedures for skin...read more


Medical Dermatology

Getting To Know Your Moles

You probably have at least a mole or two, but do you really know much about what they are, and if you should be concerned?

Moles (sometimes called nevi) are normal skin growths. They can be round or oval, and...read more


Medical Dermatology

The Damaging Effects of UV Radiation

The sun emits UV radiation in the form of UVA, UVB, and UVC. UVA rays, which are the longest, penetrate the deepest in the skin and are responsible for tanning and premature aging. UVB rays are shorter and responsible...read more


Cosmetic Dermatology

Pre-Wedding Breakout? Here’s How to Clear It Up in Time

This article was edited by Stefan Lowenstein, MD.

Your wedding day: a once-in-a-lifetime event, when you want to look your absolute best. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most likely times to suffer an unsightly breakout. “Why??!”...read more