Aliso Dermatology

Accutane is a prescription medicine used to treat severe acne that hasn’t improved with other treatments. It lowers skin oil production and stops acne-causing bacteria, but it can have serious side effects and requires careful doctor supervision and regular blood tests.

Acne Treatments are medical or cosmetic options that help clear pimples and reduce oiliness, inflammation, and scarring. It may include cleansers, topical medications, antibiotics, prescription creams, oral medications, light therapies, and lifestyle tips tailored to you.

Allergy patch testing is a simple test to find what skin irritants cause a reaction. Small patches with allergens are placed on the back for 48 hours, then checked for redness or itching to identify contact allergies.

BOTOX treatments involve injecting tiny amounts of botulinum toxin into specific facial muscles to temporarily relax them, reducing wrinkles. The procedure is quick, usually painless, with mild redness or swelling; results appear within days and last several months.

Biologics are medicines made from living organisms or their parts that target specific parts of the body to treat diseases. They involve complex production, testing for safety and effectiveness, and careful administration to patients.

Botox is a treatment that uses small injections of a purified toxin to relax facial muscles, reducing wrinkles. It involves a quick procedure, usually minor discomfort, and results can last several months with minimal downtime.

Chemical peels are skin treatments that use acids to remove the outer skin layer, improving texture and tone. A professional applies the solution, may feel a tingling, and aftercare includes sun protection and gentle cleansing for a few days.

Cosmetic surgery is elective surgery to improve appearance, often on the face or body. It involves procedures like reshaping, resizing, or altering features to enhance symmetry, proportion, or confidence, with risks and recovery to consider.

Dysport treatment uses small injections of a purified toxin to relax facial muscles, reducing wrinkles. It’s quick, usually takes a few minutes, with mild discomfort and temporary results lasting several months; results appear within days and improve over a week.

Eczema is a skin condition causing dry, itchy, red patches. The service helps identify triggers, provides moisture care, gentle cleansers, and tailored treatment plans to reduce flare-ups and improve skin comfort.

Filler is a cosmetic treatment that uses injectable gels to add volume and smooth lines in the face, often improving contours and reducing wrinkles. Results appear gradually, with some swelling; sessions vary, and effects last several months to a year depending on product and area.

Hair loss is when hair on the scalp or body falls out more than normal. It can be due to genetics, illness, stress, medications, or aging, and may involve thinning, receding hairlines, or bald patches. Treatments vary and may include medical or cosmetic options.

Laser hair removal is a cosmetic treatment that uses concentrated light to target hair follicles, reducing hair growth. A technician uses a handheld device on the skin, delivering pulses of light that damage follicles over several sessions for smoother skin.

Lasers for brown marks is a cosmetic treatment that uses focused light to break up dark spots on the skin. It involves a quick laser session, cooling as needed, and minimal downtime as the skin heals and lightens over days to weeks.

Lasers for red marks is a cosmetic treatment using targeted light energy to reduce redness, correct discoloration, and smooth skin texture. It involves a brief in-office session, eye protection, and minimal downtime, with results improving over a few weeks.

Lip fillers are injections that add volume to the lips, smooth lines, and shape the mouth. A clinician numbs the area, injects a gel-like substance (usually hyaluronic acid), and may massage and assess results for symmetry and natural look.

Microneedling is a skin treatment that uses tiny needles to create small channels in the top layer of skin. This prompts natural healing, collagen production, and improved texture. Sessions are quick, with minimal downtime and mild redness afterward.

Mohs surgery is a precise skin cancer operation where thin layers of tissue are removed and examined under a microscope until no cancer cells remain, sparing healthy tissue. It usually happens in stages with careful mapping and closure afterward.

Mole Checks is a skin health service that examines your moles for changes, size, color, and shape to spot signs of skin cancer early, typically involving a visual inspection, measurement, and notes on any moles that may need medical follow-up.

Nail Issues is a simple service that helps inspect and treat common nail problems such as brittleness, ridges, discoloration, or ingrown nails, offering basic guidance, care tips, and possible recommendations for at-home care or professional follow-up.

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition where patches of red, scaly skin form due to rapid skin cell growth. It can itch or burn and varies in severity. Treatments focus on relieving symptoms, reducing inflammation, and slowing skin cell growth through topical creams, light therapy, or meds.

Sculptra treatments use injectable coded polylactic acid to stimulate your skin’s collagen, gradually restoring volume and smoothness. It involves a series of small injections over several sessions, with subtle, natural-looking results that develop over weeks to months.

Skin Cancer Screenings are doctor checks to find signs of skin cancer, usually by examining your skin and moles for any abnormal changes. It involves a quick visual exam, and may include removing or analyzing suspicious spots if needed.

The Skin Discoloration service helps identify and treat uneven skin tone, such as dark spots or redness. It involves evaluation of skin color changes, possible dermatology tests, and treatments like creams, light therapies, or procedures to even out tone.

Skin Surgery is medical care that treats skin issues by removing or reshaping tissue, such as moles, growths, or damaged skin. It involves exams, planning, local anesthesia, and procedures like excisions or minor biopsies, with follow-up care.

Wart treatments are medical options to remove harmless skin growths called warts. A clinician may freeze, burn, or apply medicines to the wart, sometimes with repeat visits, to clear the area and prevent spreading.