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Bumps And Spots – Common Skin Growths After Age 45

Posted By Dr. Bruce Maltz

As we mature, men and women over 45 may notice the sudden development of new skin lesions on the face and body. What are these things? Sometimes occurring singly, or maybe as multiple spots, these skin growths can be unsightly and often cause concern about their potential for skin cancer. In this blog post, we will explore many of the common skin growths we experience after age 45. This information is not meant to be a substitute for a thorough, skin examination by a physician, but as an overview of skin lesions that occur commonly, but not exclusively, in middle … Continue reading

Skin Tags: What Are They & Can They Be Removed?

Posted By Dr. Bruce Maltz

Acrochordons. Now that’s a word we rarely see, and most of us don’t know how to pronounce. Your dermatologist does, though. That’s because acrochordons, soft fibromas, or fibroepithelial polyps, are small, benign skin growths. We know them as skin tags. What are skin tags? Skin tags are what they sound like: little “tags” (like the kind on clothing) that stick out from the skin. They’re the same color as your skin, but they’re attached just by a thin strand or stalk, instead of lying flat like moles. They’re in the category of benign skin growths, and generally don’t grow or … Continue reading

Dermal Fillers: Which Option Is Right for You?

Posted By Dr. Bruce Maltz

While some people love their “laugh lines,” others don’t. As with all aspects of aging, how we age and how we feel about it is highly individual. But biology happens to us all! “As we get older, we lose subcutaneous fat,” explains Kasie Palmer, PA-C of Golden State Dermatology in Pleasanton and Livermore. “This means the cushion between muscles and skin is much thinner, so things like ‘crow’s feet’ or the ‘parentheses’ from nose to lips show up that much more.” If you prefer smoother skin and fewer lines, or if you have scars, dermal fillers could be a good … Continue reading

Skin Cancer Prevention & Treatment

Posted By Dr. Bruce Maltz

More than 40 percent of all cancers diagnosed and nearly half of all cancer deaths in the U.S. can be attributed to preventable causes, according to the American Association for Cancer Research. This would include excessive sun exposure as it relates to skin cancer. February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and the focus is on living a healthier lifestyle for cancer prevention. Here are some facts that you should know about skin cancer: Skin cancer is America’s most common form of cancer, with over 5 million cases per year diagnosed. Fortunately, it is both preventable and if caught early, manageable. … Continue reading

10 Minutes Can Save Your Life: Self-Skin Exams

Posted By Dr. Bruce Maltz

Let’s be blunt about the bad news: nearly 20 Americans die from melanoma every day. It can appear without warning. It spreads to lymph nodes and internal organs. It can show up anywhere on the body – even the scalp, eyelids, and under fingernails. “Any kind of cancer is scary, but the good news for skin cancer – if there is any –is that if you find it early and get it treated, it’s highly treatable,” said Robert Greenberg, MD of Golden State Dermatology, Livermore and San Ramon. “The key to spotting it early is a self-exam. You can’t do … Continue reading

Which Laser Is Right For You? A Guide To Lasers

Posted By Dr. Bruce Maltz

It’s a tradition: in the new calendar year, we inevitably think about how to renew ourselves. Whether it’s what we eat, what we wear, or even a new career, January is a month for introspection and goal-setting. If improving your appearance is one of your goals – for whatever reason – you may have thought about lasers. But which laser? It can be confusing. Lasers use a variety of technologies, each of which has a different name, and some lasers go by their brand name instead of the type of laser. “The good news is that now, in the 2020s, … Continue reading

Are you ready for your underarm laser hair removal treatment?

Posted By Dr. Bruce Maltz

Underarm Laser Hair Removal in Palo Alto CA Area

If you’re tired of shaving or waxing your underarms, you’re not alone. Whether this is a daily habit or a monthly scheduled appointment, many adults wish they could get rid of hair under their arms once and for all. Patients in or around Palo Alto, California, can do just that with laser hair removal services available at the Allura Skin & Laser Center. How does laser hair removal work for underarms? Laser hair removal is a simple and effective way to remove unwanted body hair. Laser treatment can be used on various areas of the body, including the face, back, … Continue reading

Benefits of the Clear and Brilliant Procedure

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Clear and Brilliant Benefits in San Mateo CA Area

Clear and Brilliant is an innovative, minimally invasive skincare treatment. It battles the effects of aging, large pores, and pigmentation and is used for acne, oily skin, redness, and other issues with the skin. This laser treatment is customized to individual needs and provides comprehensive cosmetic enhancement by delivering targeted energy. If you are thinking about trying this procedure, Dr. Bruce Maltz at Allura Skin & Laser Center, serving clients in San Mateo, California, lists detailed information about it, including Clear and Brilliant benefits. Clear and Brilliant Benefits Here is a list of advantages of this procedure: It is non-invasive. … Continue reading

Your guide to injectable facial fillers in San Mateo, CA: Hyaluronic Acid-based vs. collagen stimulators

Posted By Dr. Bruce Maltz

Guide To Injectable Facial Fillers at Allura Skin & Laser Center in San Mateo CA Area

Our skin gets its youthful plumpness, elasticity, and glow from beneficial proteins and molecules such as Hyaluronic Acid (HA) and collagen. As we age, our bodies produce less HA and collagen naturally. It’s estimated that collagen is lost at a rate of 1% each year after age 21. By age 50, our skin contains 30% less collagen than at age 20! Fortunately, Allura Skin & Laser Center in San Mateo, CA, can literally inject HA and collagen back into your skin to restore these beneficial substances, which reverses the effects of the natural aging process. Injectable facial fillers There are … Continue reading

Bumps And Spots – Common Skin Growths After Age 45

Skin Tags: What Are They & Can They Be Removed?

Dermal Fillers: Which Option Is Right for You?

Skin Cancer Prevention & Treatment

10 Minutes Can Save Your Life: Self-Skin Exams

Which Laser Is Right For You? A Guide To Lasers

Are you ready for your underarm laser hair removal treatment?

Benefits of the Clear and Brilliant Procedure

Your guide to injectable facial fillers in San Mateo, CA: Hyaluronic Acid-based vs. collagen stimulators

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