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💫 Sculptra for the knees — by Dr. BoenDo your knees look 'old'? Crepey, sagging skin isn't just a facial-aging concern —...
09/05/2026

💫 Sculptra for the knees — by Dr. Boen

Do your knees look 'old'?

Crepey, sagging skin isn't just a facial-aging concern — it shows up around the knees too, especially with age or weight changes. Dr. Boen () treats it with , an injectable biostimulator made with poly-L-lactic acid — not a traditional filler.

Here's what makes it different:

- Emerging studies show that Sculptra increases collagen and fat stem cell transcription factor, and thus can increase volume by new collagen and recruitment of fat stem cells
- Results build gradually over weeks to months, not immediately — most fullness right after treatment is just water used to prepare the injectable, which gets absorbed within a day
- A series of sessions, spaced apart, lets results develop naturally rather than all at once
- Results may last up to two years or longer, depending on the individual

The result: smoother, better-supported skin around the knees that improves gradually as the skin rebuilds its own structure.

📍 Schedule a consultation with Dr. Boen to see if Sculptra for the knees is right for you.
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09/04/2026

🔍 Asian skin: fact vs fiction
Dr. Wu () hears this fear constantly — that lasers cause dark marks or scarring on Asian skin, or just "aren't for" it. The real issue isn't the skin — it's using the wrong laser or the wrong settings. Because Asian skin tends to be more melanin-rich, it can react more easily with post-treatment dark spots or pigment changes when treatment isn't properly calibrated. That's why every plan starts the same way: a full skin analysis of melanin level, tone, and how deep the pigment sits, before any treatment is recommended.

Concerns most commonly treated:

- Melasma and
- Acne scars and dark spots
- Uneven texture

The toolkit for melanin-rich skin:

- lasers (PicoWay and PicoSure) — break up pigment without the prolonged heat that can trigger discoloration
- Clear + Brilliant and Q-switched Nd:YAG — for brightening and even tone
- RF Microneedling — works through energy rather than melanin to improve texture and acne scarring, making it safe for deeper skin tones
- XERF, Sofwave, and Thermage — energy-based tightening devices that support collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production for firmer skin, safe for deeper skin tones since they don't target melanin

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📍 Schedule a consultation with Dr. Wu to build a personalized plan for melanin-rich skin.
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09/03/2026

✨ Injectables are only part of the story — here's what else is possible for firmer, smoother, better-quality skin.

Join world-renowned, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Butterwick () for an exclusive live webinar on skin quality, lifting, and a first look at , our newest noninvasive skin tightening treatment.

📅 Thursday, September 24th at 5:30pm

She'll cover:

- XERF — a noninvasive treatment using multifrequency radiofrequency energy to heat the skin at shallow, middle, and deeper layers, supporting collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production for firmer, better-quality skin, with no injectables and no downtime
- Why skin quality — tone, texture, firmness — delivers results injectables alone can't
- How laser treatments, including UltraClear®, address summer sun damage and uneven tone on the face, arms, and legs
- When injectables like Botox and biostimulators still belong in the plan

Bring your questions for a live Q&A. The first 3 attendees to book XERF, laser, or skin tightening with Dr. Butterwick get 15% off plus a complimentary skincare basket.*

📍 Reserve your spot through the link in bio.
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✨ 3xFacial results by Farzaneh Momeni-Salami, Medical AestheticianThis patient came in looking to improve multiple signs...
09/02/2026

✨ 3xFacial results by Farzaneh Momeni-Salami, Medical Aesthetician

This patient came in looking to improve multiple signs of aging, including wrinkles, pigmentation, skin elasticity, and overall glow.

Because concerns like uneven tone, texture changes, dehydration, and loss of radiance often happen at the same time, the 3xFacial is designed to take a more comprehensive approach than a traditional facial.

Each treatment is customized based on what the skin needs that day and may include combinations of:

• HydraFacial
• JetPeel
• SaltFacial
• Dermaplaning
• Chemical peels
• Breeze and WonderTouch technologies

By combining exfoliation, deep cleansing, hydration, and targeted skin renewal in one session, the skin can appear smoother, brighter, healthier, and more refreshed over time.

In this patient, treatment helped improve:

• Overall skin radiance and glow
• Uneven pigmentation and discoloration
• Skin texture and smoothness
• Early signs of aging and loss of elasticity

For even more long-lasting results, we may recommend seeing one of our board-certified dermatologists for advanced laser treatments tailored to your skin goals.

✨ Healthy, radiant skin starts with the right combination of treatments.

📍 Schedule a consultation with Farzaneh to create your personalized 3xFacial plan.




09/01/2026

🧪 Vbeam Pro vs. older generations of Vbeam — what's actually different?

Dr. Groff () is showing off Cosmetic Laser Dermatology's newest addition: the , sitting right next to one of our original Vbeam units — and we're one of the first practices in the country to have the Pro. Here's what's changed across generations:

- Faster treatment — up to 50% faster treatment times than earlier Vbeam platforms
- Broader coverage — max spot size increased to 15mm, treating larger areas in fewer passes
- Added versatility — pairs the standard 595nm pulsed dye wavelength with a 1064nm Nd:YAG wavelength, which can also treat blue veins around the eyes and temples
- Less discomfort — up to 20% less reported pain than earlier Vbeam platforms

With Vbeam Pro now in the mix, Cosmetic Laser Dermatology offers three Vbeam lasers — Prima, Perfecta, and Pro — giving our board-certified dermatologists the flexibility to match the exact device to each patient's skin and concern.

📍 Schedule a consultation with Dr. Groff to see which Vbeam laser is right for you.
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08/31/2026

💎 Not loving your jawline? Skillfully placed filler can make all the difference.

Dr. Butterwick () built her reputation on a "natural over overfilled" philosophy — and is where that precision matters most. Rather than adding volume everywhere, she strategically places filler along the jaw to sharpen the angle, add definition, and balance the lower face with the rest of the features — all without changing who you look like.

The result is structure, not a "done" look — a more contoured profile that still looks entirely natural, from every angle.

📍 Schedule a consultation with Dr. Butterwick to see if jawline filler is right for you.
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✨ Perimenopause changes what your skin needs — your treatment plan should change with it.Many patients come in during th...
08/30/2026

✨ Perimenopause changes what your skin needs — your treatment plan should change with it.

Many patients come in during this stage of life looking for a plan that evolves as their skin does, rather than one single fix. Over four years, Dr. Fabi built exactly that with this patient, layering treatments to support facial structure, tone, and texture over time:

🌟 Panfacial — yearly to rebuild volume and structure across the whole face
🌟 Volux — targeted definition through the lower face and jawline
🌟 — maintained every 3–4 months across the upper and lower face
🌟 Long-pulsed 1064nm laser — treating visible periocular veins
🌟 Vbeam + Clear & Brilliant — every 6 months to calm rosacea and reduce redness
🌟 Skincare with — daily support for redness and melasma management

The results reflect that consistency: lift through both the vertical and lateral planes, a softer under-eye-to-cheek transition, a more defined jawline, and skin texture that looks healthier overall.

📍 Schedule a consultation with .fabi to build a personalized long-term plan of your own.

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08/29/2026

🔬 This is the sound of .

Fractionated pulses create a pixel-like grid across the skin, leaving untouched "islands" between each treated point — a pattern that helps skin heal faster than treating the entire surface at once.

Those controlled micro-injuries trigger rapid cellular turnover, so old, damaged skin cells shed to reveal fresh tissue underneath. This process also sparks new hyaluronic acid, collagen, and elastin production, resulting in smoother, more resilient skin.

That background hum? It's our Zimmer cold air cooling device, keeping patients comfortable throughout.

📍 Schedule a consultation to see if laser resurfacing is right for you.

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08/28/2026

✨ This bride's () pre-wedding skin prep started three months before "I do."

This bride's 3-month bridal prep:

Farzaneh () — a customized series of peels and facial treatments, session by session
Dr. Wu () — cosmetic injections and additional treatments to round out her plan

Most bridal timelines start 3-6 months out on purpose — that's enough runway for a series of peels to build real texture change without any visible downtime close to the wedding, and enough time for injectables to settle into their final look well before the big day (rather than risking swelling or bruising the week of). Skin-focused treatments and injectables get sequenced together so nothing overlaps with photos, dress fittings, or the ceremony itself.

In her words: "Her magical peels and all the facial treatments completely changed my skin texture and quality."

Bonus: her groom got in on it too, coming in for his own pre-wedding facial — bridal prep isn't just for the bride. 💍

📍 Schedule a consultation to build your own pre-wedding skin and injectable plan.
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💫 Visible blue veins under the eye vanished with a single Vbeam Prima laser treatment with Dr Wu. Veins under and around...
08/27/2026

💫 Visible blue veins under the eye vanished with a single Vbeam Prima laser treatment with Dr Wu.

Veins under and around the eyes show through because the skin there is especially thin — genetics and sun exposure play a role too, but the thinness of that skin is what makes these veins so visible in the first place. Dr. Wu () treated this patient with Prima, a pulsed dye laser that delivers energy directly into the vessel; the vein absorbs that energy, collapses, and is gradually cleared by the body over the following days and weeks.

Most patients see real improvement after just one session, with minimal downtime — some temporary redness or swelling that typically resolves within a few days. Once a vein is treated, it doesn't come back, though new veins can still form over time from the same underlying causes.

📍 Schedule a consultation with Dr. Wu to see if Vbeam is right for your facial veins.
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