Dr.Christopher, Ironwood Dermatology

Get Healthy-Looking Skin

BBL photo facial is a light-based skin treatment that targets redness, blemishes, and uneven tone. It uses pulses of broad-spectrum light to heat and improve the skin, usually with protective eye shields and a cool gel, often requiring multiple sessions and sun protection afterward.

BOTOX® gives Tucson-area women and men a nonsurgical option for rejuvenating an aging face. The injectable works to smooth out wrinkled skin by temporarily relaxing muscles that cause certain lines to develop on the forehead, next to the eyes, or between the eyebrows.

Body contouring refers to procedures that reshape and sculpt the body to improve contour or reduce stubborn fat after weight loss or pregnancy. It may involve non-surgical options like coolsculpting or laser treatments, and surgical options such as liposuction or lifting.

BOTOX® gives Tucson-area women and men a nonsurgical option for rejuvenating an aging face. The injectable works to smooth out wrinkled skin by temporarily relaxing muscles that cause certain lines to develop on the forehead, next to the eyes, or between the eyebrows.

Cellulite reduction is a cosmetic service that aims to improve the appearance of dimpled skin on areas like the thighs and buttocks. It may use therapies such as massage, suction, heat, or laser/radiofrequency, along with skincare and lifestyle tips.

The outermost layer of skin often becomes dry and dull due to environmental damage and a buildup of dead cells. Chemical peels at Ironwood Dermatology exfoliate the face, which removes dead cells, reveals healthy and living cells beneath, and encourages the creation of beneficial proteins.

Chemical peels use a gentle acid solution applied to the skin to remove the outer layers, improving texture and tone. It involves cleansing, applying the solution, a brief tingling or warmth, and afterwards soothing care; results vary by depth and skin type.

CoolSculpting is a non-surgical fat reduction treatment that uses cooling to freeze and destroy fat cells in targeted areas. It involves applying a device to the skin, cooling the area for about 35–60 minutes, and the body gradually eliminates the dead cells.

CoolSculpting® is ideal for anyone in the Tucson area looking to slim down areas on the body where stubborn fat resists both diet and exercise. The nonsurgical body contouring treatment works on the belly, flanks, thighs, hips, bra line, and even the neck, where fat can create a double chin.

CoolSculpting treatments use controlled cooling to freeze and reduce stubborn fat cells in targeted areas. The procedure is non-surgical, performed in a clinic, and involves placing a applicator on the skin, cooling the area, and a brief, painless session with minimal downtime.

Cosmetic surgery is elective procedures to enhance appearance, such as reshaping, resizing, or refining features. It involves consultations, planning, anesthesia, surgery, and recovery to achieve desired looks, not treating health issues.

Cryotherapy is a treatment that uses very cold air or liquid nitrogen to briefly expose the body or a part of it. It aims to reduce pain and inflammation, speed recovery, and refresh the skin by cooling the targeted area for a few minutes.

Dermaplaning is a cosmetic treatment that uses a sterile blade to gently shave the top layer of dead skin and fine facial hairs. It leaves the skin smoother, brighter, and ready for serums and makeup, with minimal downtime.

We are a team of board-certified dermatologists, nurse practitioners, nurses, certified laser techs and licensed aestheticians, all working toward the same goal: healthy skin from head to toe.

Dysport is a purified botulinum toxin injectable that relaxes facial muscles to smooth lines and prevent wrinkles. It’s administered by a clinician with small injections, typically lasting a few minutes and results appearing in a few days and fading over several months.

Dysport treatment uses small injections of botulinum toxin to relax facial muscles and reduce wrinkles. It’s quick, usually takes a few minutes, with mild swelling or redness at the site and results appearing within a few days and lasting several months.

EmSculpt treatments use magnetic energy to stimulate muscles, helping tone and strengthen the abdomen, buttocks, arms, or legs. Sessions feel like intense contractions for about 20–40 minutes, with no surgery or downtime required.

Galderma is a global pharmaceutical company that develops and sells dermatology medicines and skincare products, including treatments for acne, rosacea, aging, and other skin conditions for medical and cosmetic use.

HydraFacial is a noninvasive facial treatment that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities, and hydrates the skin with a gentle vortex of serums, leaving the face smoother, brighter, and more hydrated in a single session.

An IPL photofacial uses powerful bursts of light to target and treat sun damage and various signs of aging. While the intense pulsed light is not a laser, it can be paired with laser treatments to create beautifully synergistic results that give the entire face a more youthful look and texture.

IV therapy delivers vitamins, minerals, or fluids directly into a vein through a tiny needle or catheter. A clinician assesses needs, selects formulas, and administers through a drip or infusion, aiming to boost hydration, energy, or overall wellness with a few minutes in a chair.

Juvederm® is a popular dermal filler at Ironwood Dermatology. The hyaluronic acid-based injectable reduces facial lines like nasolabial folds. There are also formulations that restore volume to hollowed cheeks (Voluma) and create fuller lips (Volbella). Choose the fillers that are right for you!

CoolSculpting® is ideal for anyone in the Tucson area looking to slim down areas on the body where stubborn fat resists both diet and exercise. The nonsurgical body contouring treatment works on the belly, flanks, thighs, hips, bra line, and even the neck, where fat can create a double chin.

When it comes to laser hair removal, Tucson-area men and women considering the treatment should know that it targets active follicles, so multiple sessions may be needed to achieve ideal results on the body and face. It works best on patients with light skin and dark hair, providing lasting results.

Using light to prompt a natural healing response in the skin is an ideal way to address a range of age-related changes—including lines and wrinkles—as well as scars and even acne issues. Laser skin resurfacing triggers collagen production to give the skin a more youthful look and feel.

Laser hair removal is a cosmetic treatment that uses a focused light to target pigment in hair follicles, gradually reducing hair growth. A technician applies cooling or gel and shoots laser pulses over the treated area, with multiple sessions needed for best results.

Latisse® is a prescription treatment that requires daily at-home application, resulting in eyelashes that grow beautifully longer, fuller, thicker, and darker. The enhanced look will last as long as the applications continue, making this an easy and long-lasting way to frame the eyes with lusher las

Lip Filler is a cosmetic treatment that adds fullness to the lips using injectable hyaluronic acid. A clinician injects the product into the lips to shape, plump, and define the border, with results visible right away and varying in duration.

Lip fillers are injections that add volume and shape to the lips, using approved dermal fillers. The procedure is quick, may numb with anesthesia, lasts several months, and can cause temporary swelling or bruising while the results boost fullness and definition.

Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess fat from targeted areas to improve body contours. A surgeon makes small incisions, inserts a hollow tube (cannula) to suction fat, usually under local or general anesthesia, with recovery and follow-up care.

A massage service involves skilled touch to relax muscles, relieve tension, and improve circulation. A therapist uses hands, elbows, or massage tools on the body with varying pressures and techniques, often in a calm environment, sometimes with oils or creams.

Microneedling at Tucson’s Ironwood Dermatology involves the application of numerous tiny needles, each of which creates a small “wound” in the skin. These wounds collectively trigger natural healing processes that simultaneously work to improve the look and health of the surrounding skin.

Microneedling at Tucson’s Ironwood Dermatology involves the application of numerous tiny needles, each of which creates a small “wound” in the skin. These wounds collectively trigger natural healing processes that simultaneously work to improve the look and health of the surrounding skin.

Mohs surgery is a precise skin cancer procedure where thin layers of tissue are removed and examined under a microscope in stages until no cancer cells remain, sparing healthy tissue and often done in one visit with careful reconstruction if needed.

Reduce Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Sun Damage, and Spots with a Single Treatment

PRP facial uses a patient’s own blood plasma rich in platelets, injected or applied to the skin to boost collagen and healing. It involves drawing a small blood sample, processing it to concentrate platelets, then applying or microneedling with the plasma for rejuvenation.

RF Microneedling is a skin treatment that uses tiny needles plus radiofrequency energy to create controlled micro-injuries, stimulating collagen and elastin to improve texture, wrinkles, and scars with minimal downtime.

Sculptra treatments are injectable cosmetic procedures that stimulate your skin to produce collagen, adding volume and improving lines over time. It involves tiny injections under the skin, usually set over several sessions, with gradual, natural-looking results.

Skin cancer is a problem in sunny Tucson, but while there are advanced modern treatments to fight the disease, prevention remains the best option. Be sure to wear a suitably powerful sunscreen whenever going outdoors, and schedule yearly skin screenings with a board-certified dermatologist.

The Ironwood Dermatology team is comprised of licensed dermatologists, nurses, and aestheticians who are committed to building and maintaining relationships with patients.

Spider vein treatments are non-surgical procedures that fade or remove small, red or blue veins visible on the skin, usually on legs. Treatments may include laser therapy or sclerotherapy to collapse and shrink the veins, improving appearance and comfort.

Seeking Relief from Skin Conditions Ranging from Liver Spots to Hives to Alopecia

Ultherapy is a non-surgical skin lifting treatment that uses focused ultrasound to stimulate collagen deep under the skin, helping tighten the face and neck over time. It typically involves a clinician applying the device and may cause mild discomfort during the session.

A Vampire facial is a cosmetic treatment that uses your own blood’s platelets to improve skin texture and tone. Blood is drawn, processed to concentrate platelets, and then injected or applied to the face to stimulate healing and collagen, with minimal downtime.

Vitalize Peel is a safe, physician‑level chemical peel that uses acids to exfoliate the skin. It helps improve texture, tone, and clarity by removing damaged outer layers in a few days of mild peeling, leaving smoother, brighter skin.

Restylane filler is a cosmetic gel injected under the skin to add volume, smooth wrinkles, and shape facial contours. It involves a quick in-office treatment with a thin needle, usually lasting 15–60 minutes and some temporary swelling or bruising.

Restylane Kysse is a dermal filler treatment that uses hyaluronic acid to plump lips, smooth lines, and enhance shape. The procedure involves injections by a clinician, aiming for natural-looking volume and kissable appearance with some swelling or bruising possible.