Cosmetic Dermatology

Cosmetic Dermatology involves the treatment of skin conditions with the goal of improving a patient’s appearance and beauty. It involves both non-invasive and minimally-invasive procedures that help to reduce the signs of aging, reverse sun damage, correct scarring, and improve skin flaws such a wrinkles, diminished volume, poor texture, and tone.

At Ulmer and Wu Dermatology, cosmetic procedures include Botox®, Dysport®, volumizers/fillers, a full spectrum of laser procedures, liposuction, chemical peels, blepharoplasty (cosmetic surgery of the eyelids), leg vein treatments, and prescription-strength skin care.We are committed to listening to your personal goals and helping you make the right decisions regarding the appropriate cosmetic dermatology treatment for you. Our goal is to perform safe, effective, and subtle improvements, so that even the most sophisticated eye can’t tell that you have had work done. With the utilization of our cosmetic dermatology tools, we offer a variety of treatments to help you look refreshed, radiant, and above all, natural.

Our esthetician works in concert with physicians to help determine the specific skin care regimen that’s perfect for you. Esthetician services include extractions, anti-aging techniques, microneedling, and acid peels, among others.

Feel free to click on the links above to learn more about the specific cosmetic dermatology procedure you are interested in. These outpatient procedures can be performed in our office with little or no recovery time required.

Then call our office and meet with one of our cosmetic dermatologists in Long Beach for a comprehensive cosmetic dermatology consultation.

Injectables (Neuromodulators + Dermal Fillers)

Facial fillers such as Botox, Sculptra, and Juvederm are injectable dermal fillers designed to plump and add volume to your lips, face, and other areas. There are different brands and types to fit your specifics needs, all designed to give you an uplifted look. Remove and soften creases and wrinkles and improve your youthful appearance! Find out more about our available treatments today.

Microneedling

Microneedling is an anti-aging procedure that involves using small sterile needles to repeatedly puncture the skin in order to provide a voluminous effect. Collagen injection therapy through procedures such as microneedling do not remove top layers of skin and instead improves thickness, texture and volume, resulting in reduced wrinkles and creases. Find out more about this alternative treatment and schedule a consultation with our doctors to see if it is right for you.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels improve the appearance of your skin by treating it with a chemical solution designed to remove damaged layers and smooth the texture of your skin. Facial rejuvenation for your skin through chemical peels is available through a few different techniques with different recovery times. Give yourself the clean, more youthful and refreshing look you deserve today.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion and microdermabrasion are cosmetic dermatology procedures designed to smooth the look of your skin and smooth wrinkles through a technique that involves sanding damaged skin in order to let new, healthy skin grow. It is also very helpful to help smooth acne scars. Come into Ulmer and Wu Dermatology for a dermabrasion procedure and what out with glowing new skin and new-found confidence.

Stretch Marks + Scars

Scars are formed by an inflammation of the skin layers while stretch marks are tears on the skin most commonly associated with quick growth or weight changes, as well as pregnancy. There are a number of dermatology procedures available to help reduce the visibility of stretch marks and scars, including dermabrasion, peels, subcision, soft tissue fillers and more. Find out more about what procedure is best for your skin.

Sclerotherapy

If you have varicose veins or spider veins that are causing you discomfort or awkwardness, then sclerotherapy may be worth considering. Sclerotherapy is a dermatology procedure that involves injecting a solution into vessels using tiny needles in order to reduce the sight of these veins. Read more about who is eligible for this treatment as well as our specific treatment options, side effects and expectation of results.

Hand + Eye Rejuvenation

Although your face is the typical place that most individuals consider when thinking about the possibility of fillers such as Botox and Radiesse, these techniques can also be used for hand and eye rejuvenation. We have a variety of treatment options available to help all parts of your body looking and feeling their best, click through for more options to find the one right for you.

Latisse for Lashes

Latisse is a FDA-improved treatment specifically designed to improve the look and thickness of eyelashes. It is a medication applied to your eyes to help lashes grow and make them more defined. Read more about treatment options, potential side effects and more to see if Latisse is a procedure you should consider.