Cosmetic Dermatology

The skin is a unique organ because of its constant exposure to environmental stressors such as the sun’s UV rays. Because of this, skin is susceptible to disease and visible damage. It also is impacted by the natural effects of aging. A strictly medical dermatologist deals primarily with disorders of the skin, such as skin cancer, and not cosmetic procedures.

A cosmetic dermatologist has additional expertise. Their focus is on aesthetic enhancements of the skin. They offer services that reduce skin degradation and enhance its beauty. To have the title of a cosmetic dermatologist, though, they have the same medical education as a clinical dermatologist but also train to master certain skin technologies and treatments.

A dermatologist is a medical doctor that specializes in treating conditions that affect the skin. However, a cosmetic dermatologist like the healthcare professionals at Venice Avenue Dermatology takes that specialization further to focus on the aesthetic treatments that benefit skin health.

There is some overlap between these two healthcare professionals. But cosmetic dermatologists do not focus primarily on surgical techniques. Instead, they have expertise in nonsurgical techniques that do many of the same things facial plastic surgeons repair, such as a facelift. For example, they do skin revisions using chemical peels and laser treatments.

They focus on improving the quality and look of skin. That means these medical doctors treat everything from fine lines to uneven skin color and texture.

Botox is a non-invasive option that injects botulinum toxin directly into muscle tissue. The goal is to relax the muscles of the face. The Botox blocks the chemical signal from nerves around these muscles that control their contraction. That temporarily relaxes the muscles in the forehead and around the eye. Muscle contractions cause folds in the skin that lead to fine lines like crow’s feet and wrinkles.

Aging, scars, acne, sun exposure, and other factors can all lead to unwanted skin changes. Chemical peels are a non-surgical, minimally invasive technique to combat the signs of aging and revitalize your skin.

Different types of chemical peels are available at Venice Avenue Dermatology, specifically SkinMedica® and VI. Our providers choose the one that best suits the skin type and goal of the patient.

Dermaplaning is a skin treatment that can be used on men and women to remove dead cells from your face, stimulate the body’s own cell regeneration process. This helps improve wrinkles as well as acne scars thanks in part because it unclogs pores! It’s performed by one our medical professionals trained specifically how using an instrument called “dermatome” which evenly scrapes off surface layers surface hairs–leaving you with smoother looking than ever before- without any side effects or downtime whatsoever. See our complete guide to dermaplaning and learn more.

A Revolutionary Non-Surgical Procedure for a Fresh, Youthful Appearance

If you are seeking a non-invasive cosmetic procedure to achieve a rejuvenated and youthful appearance, a PDO thread lift might be the solution you are looking for. Unlike traditional surgical facelifts, this innovative technique involves minimal downtime and immediate, dramatic results.

The primary objectives of a PDO thread lift are to lift and tighten your skin while stimulating collagen production. Collagen is a protein that plays a crucial role in maintaining skin structure and volume, which helps to prevent the development of fine lines and wrinkles. By combining these two objectives, the PDO thread lift can provide long-lasting results that will leave you looking and feeling your best.

Micro-needling targets acne scars, enlarged pores, and even stretch marks. Microneedling, also known as percutaneous collagen induction treatment, uses an electrically driven portable device with small needles that generate precise, microscopic punctures in the skin.

These “micro-injuries” do not create scars; instead, they stimulate the skin’s natural repair process, known as dermal remodeling, and open up the blood vessels to improve circulation in the area. This procedure causes minor inflammation, which encourages the skin’s production of new collagen. Collagen levels in the skin drop as we age, but new collagen may be created while the skin is in repair mode.

Microneedling is occasionally used to improve the penetration of topical skin treatments. Microneedling, for example, is sometimes conducted before minoxidil, which is used to treat common hair loss.

Although it may sound painful, the procedure includes a topical anesthetic cream that helps numb the area. Typically, patients feel nothing but some pressure. However, there are some temporary side effects to this process. You may experience short-term swelling, along with red and flakey skin. There should be no downtime, though. Many patients can cover up any redness with makeup.