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Alopecia areata (AA) is a loss of hair in a circular pattern on the scalp or body. It can occur at any age and affects 1% of the population, most commonly children. The reasons for its development are not fully understood. Although not life threatening, the hair loss can be psychologically traumatic. AA is an

WHAT IS PATCH TESTING? Patch testing is a convenient and predictable method of diagnosing allergic contact dermatitis. It involves applying patches to a person’s back or neck. Each patch contains a suspected irritant (allergen) in a small disc or chamber. The chemical or substance on the patch is detected by the skin’s immune system. The

Schedule an appointment Skin discoloration is a common presenting complaint to the dermatology office. It can be a source of great distress for patients both aesthetically and by creating anxiety about possible malignancy or permanent scarring. Generally speaking discoloration falls into two broad categories: hyperpigmentation (dark or brown discoloration) and hypopigmentation (white or pale discoloration).

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. In the US alone there over 5.4 million cases of non-melanoma skin cancer (basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma) treated each year in over 3.3 million people. As Americans are living longer it is now estimated that 1 in 5 of them will be diagnosed

Schedule an appointment Photodynamic Therapy Los Angeles CA If you’re dealing with rough, scaly patches of skin due to sun exposure, known as actinic keratoses, there are advanced treatments that can help. Levulan® Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is a non-invasive, FDA-approved solution that targets and treats these precancerous lesions with precision. Whether you’ve noticed changes on your face,

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions and often causes insecurities and embarrassment. Luckily, now there are many great treatments available depending on the severity of the acne. SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT VISIT OUR ACNE TREATMENT PHOTO GALLERY COMPREHENSIVE ACNE TREATMENT IN NORTHRIDGE AND BURBANK WHAT IS IT? Acne is caused by several factors

What if the answer to stubborn breakouts wasn’t hiding in another harsh cream or prescription pill, but in the healing power of light? Acne is more than visible blemishes; it can affect confidence, cause irritation, and even result in long-term scarring. Omnilux Light Therapy targets acne at its source by using safe, medical-grade LED wavelengths to reduce

Psoriasis is a common inflammatory skin condition that affects over 7 million people in the US. Psoriasis is not contagious, so those with it do not pose a health risk to other people. SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT Schedule an appointment WHAT CAUSES PSORIASIS? It is an autoimmune disease, meaning the body’s own immune system is sending

WHAT IS ALLERGIC CONTACT DERMATITIS? This is a skin reaction that occurs when you touch or contact substances that you are allergic to. Your skin can be itchy, cracked, red, sore, and even bleed. The substances that cause this reaction can be an ingredient in your makeup, aftershave, shampoo, jewelry, medication, and clothing. You may