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9850 Genesee Avenue, Suite 460
La Jolla, California 92037
Torrey Pines Dermatology – La Jolla
Skin Rejuvenation Treatments, Without the Lasers
By Rachele on May 25, 2011
Daily skin rejuvenation is the key to a radiant and healthy glow, especially here in San Diego where we can’t avoid the sun. Skin care is essential to obtaining longevity for beautifully maintained skin. There are three important products that everyone should add to their daily regimen: an antioxidant with potency, a medical grade retinol, and a sunscreen that contains a high level of zinc oxide. Our office provides quality skin care products that our physicians use and believe in.
Cosmetic Laser and Laser Resurfacing
By Rachele on May 19, 2011
Keeping our skin in tip top shape is just as important as our bodies. Â Cosmetic laser resurfacing treatments can be very helpful for correcting sun damage, tone and texture. When sun spots or uneven tone impair your skin, a quick lunchtime laser can be the answer to a clearer and more even appearance. The IPL Photorejuvenation Laser Treatment is a 30 minute procedure that can erase years of sun damage and give the skin a more youthful, even tone. The downtime is minimal, experiencing a slightly darker appearance on the sun damaged areas. You can return to work and regular activities right away as long as you are protected well with SPF 30 or higher. Depending on the degree of sun damage, some patients may need one IPL, or up to three treatments for longer lasting results.
San Diego Total FX Laser Skin Rejuvenation
By Tyler on March 22, 2011
Total FX Laser Skin Rejuvenation
The Total FX laser treatment is a combination of Deep FX and Active FX™. When used together they are capable of offering the full range of fractional resurfacing. Deep FX offers a deeper micro-ablative treatment to target deeper wrinkles and scarring, while Active FX offers a large superficial spot treatment targeting sun damage as well as, tone and texture. With Total FX we are able to achieve maximum results in collagen production and skin resurfacing in one single treatment.
Skin Cancer Removal at Our La Jolla Practice
By Tyler on March 15, 2011
Skin cancer cases are still rising even though the dangers of sun exposure are now widely known. In a city like San Diego that is fortunate enough to get plenty of sunshine, residents and visitors need to be especially careful shading themselves from cancer-causing rays. With early detection and some advanced technology, we are able to perform skin cancer removal surgery at our La Jolla practice with a very high rate of success.
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San Diego Active FX Laser Treatments
By Tyler on March 8, 2011
Torrey Pines Dermatology offers trusted Active FX™ treatments in San Diego. Improve your skin with Active FX.
What is Active FX?
Laser skin renewal, also known as laser skin resurfacing, is an exciting cosmetic dermatology treatment that allows our patients to achieve smoother, younger skin without relying on chemicals or surgery. At Torrey Pines Dermatology in San Diego, we use the state-of-the-art Active FX fractional laser resurfacing system because it produces better results with fewer side effects and shorter recovery times than other laser platforms.
Active FX is a high energy fractional laser that interacts with the skin’s surface causing the upper layer to peel off and regenerate a layer of new, healthy skin. The laser beam uses a fractional pattern technique making the healing process much faster, enabling you to get back to normal activities sooner. This laser targets fine lines, sun damage and improves tone and texture.
San Diego Fraxel Laser Treatment
By Tyler on March 1, 2011
Fraxel Laser Treatment
People of all ages should make skin care an essential part of their daily routine, especially here in San Diego where we soak up the sun daily. Taking good care of your skin at an early age can help prevent the unwanted effects of aging later in life. But even taking preventative skin care measures when you’re young, however, doesn’t preclude you from the inevitable effects of aging. As you age, your skin may droop or thin due to the slowing remodeling of skin tightening proteins. Years of sun exposure can also lead to brown spots and pronounced blood vessels.
What is Fraxel? What does it treat?
There are many medical and cosmetic treatment options available for those looking to minimize the visible effects of sun damage and aging. Fraxel is a laser treatment for skin that produces significant results without injections or surgery. This skin rejuvenation procedure helps remove years from your appearance so you regain a more youthful look. Whether you wish to target sun damage, wrinkles, or other signs of age, laser treatments deliver remarkable results, often with fast recovery so you can quickly return to your daily life with renewed skin—and renewed confidence.
Order Skin Care Products Outside of La Jolla
By Tyler on February 10, 2011
Yesterday we launched our online store making our fabulous skin care products available for purchase from your own home! We created the store right in our Facebook page so you can purchase products while you browse our pictures, tips, and videos. Also on our page are tabs to sign up for our email newsletter which announces new specials and events on a regular basis, a review section letting fans compliment and critique our practice, and videos describing the valuable results of different treatments.
Discover the New Age of Anti-Age with SculptraAesthetic
By Tyler on January 25, 2011
Many of our patients are interested in getting a younger-looking appearance without looking like they’ve had work done. That’s why we’re pleased to tell you that Torrey Pines Dermatology offers Sculptra®Aethetic.
Sculptra®Aesthetic works differently than other anti-aging treatments:
- Sculptra®Aesthetic works gradually to replace lost collagen in the nasolabial folds – a key cause of aging
- It can give you subtle, noticeable results that won’t give you away and can last up to 2 years
- An average number of treatment sessions of Sculptra is 3 injections over a few months.
3 Ways to Reduce Acne and Get Clear Skin
By Tyler on January 17, 2011
If you are concerned about clear skin you are not alone. Acne may be embarrassing, but it is by no means rare. It is a medical condition that affects 90% of people at some point in their lives. As you may know, there are many different types including clogged pores, pustules, redness, and comedones. Acne is not curable, but it is controllable. We’ll show you how.
Be Yourself Again
Not only does proper treatment help you look better and feel better, it could prevent future scarring. Here are some simple steps to help control outbreaks:
- Routinely wash your face with warm water and pharmaceutical grade cleanser to help keep the skin clean and clear away dead skin cells. Don’t forget that topical acne treatments can take 10 to 12 weeks to be effective, so be patient. Most people give up long before they give their medication enough time to work.
- Try oil-free, water-based sunscreens and makeup. Make sure they are “non-comedogenic” meaning they won’t clog pores or exacerbate breakouts.
- Consider microdermabrasion or a light chemical peel to remove upper layers of skin and unblock pores. Treatments and peels work best when customized to your skin type by a Medical Esthetician or Dermatologist.
Make a Child Smile this Christmas
By Tyler on November 2, 2010
This holiday season Torrey Pines Dermatology is proud to support the United States Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. This remarkable program has been supplying underprivileged children with new toys for Christmas since 1947. The primary goal of their philanthropy is to “deliver a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.”