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INFINI Radiofrequency Microneedling Unveiled First in U.S. at Art of Skin MD

July 27, 2013

Art of Skin MD proudly announces it is the first U.S. physician office to treat patients with INFINI – a truly innovative radiofrequency device for skin tightening and fine wrinkles. INFINI received FDA clearance just two weeks ago, and this technology combines the collagen-inducing power of micro needling with a novel multidimensional radiofrequency (RF) platform. The result is a minimal downtime procedure that produces tissue tightening and wrinkle improvement. How does the INFINI technology work?

Heliocare, Art of Skin MD, Solana Beach, CA

Sun Safe Skin Tips for Del Mar Races & Opening Day

July 15, 2013

Opening day is this week and Art of Skin MD wants to give you tips to keep your skin safe where the surf meets the turf! The forecast calls for lots of sunshine and warm weather, which means sun safety is even more important amongst the dazzle of sundresses and fascinators. Here are the Dr. Melanie Palm top tips for keeping it cool during Race Season 1. Slather on Sunscreen. New FDA guidelines were released

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Sunburn Prevention & Treatment: Think Red Light and Ferns

June 30, 2013

According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, approximately 42 percent of us experience a sunburn at least once a year. That is an astounding statistic! We know that a history of severe sunburns is a risk factor for melanoma, and ultraviolet light exposure is strongly related to the development of other skin cancers including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Check out the videos below featuring me (Dr. Melanie Palm) addressing sunburn treatment and prevention

Fight the Flab: Laser Lipo to Rescue those Arms

June 27, 2013

Toned, fit, and sleek arms are what is always in. But if you have been slaving away at the gym and eating salads day in and day out and those pesky upper arms don’t seem to want to acquiesce to your fitness and meal routine…perhaps it is time to consider tumescent liposuction. Here is a quick couple of videos demonstrating both laser liposuction using the Lutronic Accusculpt system as well as subsequent liposuction of the

Ultherapy Non-Surgical Facelift Brow Lift Art of Skin MD before and after

Total Facial Rejuvenation with Sculptra and Ultherapy

June 23, 2013

So much is the trend in cosmetic dermatology for subtle, natural-appearing true facial rejuvenation. The importance of balanced facial volume restoration is now recognized due to a wealth of anatomical studies published in the medical literature in the last 10 years. Skin integrity changes over time as our facial volume deflates. This sagging and deflation can be addressed. The new paradigm in dermatology and plastic surgery is restoration of youthful volume and facial contours. Addressing

Cosmetic Dermatology for Men, Art of Skin MD, Dr. Melanie Palm

Men at Work…without Wrinkles using Dysport

June 18, 2013

Dysport and Botox work well on wrinkles….for men! As June is Men’s Month at Art of Skin MD, we want to celebrate the favorite guys in your life by giving them the gift of rejuvenation. This month the special guys in your life can save big on Botox and Dysport with $100 off per area. Guys can get Dysport and Botox too! Minimally invasive procedures and injectable procedures like these are increasing among men, and

Dudesport and Brotox: Dysport and Botox for Men!

May 25, 2013

Father’s Day is right around the corner and you may be wondering what in the world to get that special guy in your life. Well, if he has made a subtle mention of getting older, perhaps it is time to call in the troops at Art of Skin MD. If the furrows between the brows need to be tamed, or the horizontal forehead lines are getting worse, or the wrinkles next to the eyes are

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Sculptra: Rebuild Lost Collagen, Lift Tissues, Fill the Face!

May 22, 2013

Sculptra is something I have thought a lot about lately. Right now I am in the process of writing a book chapter on this facial revolumizing agent. Pouring over the literature I feel like I am bursting at the seams to share some of the insights about our use of Sculptra over the past decade. Inspired by this knowledge, here are three short video vignettes highlighting the use of Sculptra in the upper face (temples

Liposuction for Chest, Art of Skin MD, San Diego

Liposuction Made Easy (with laser!) by Dr. Melanie Palm

May 2, 2013

With the 90 degree heat comes thoughts of pool weather and bathing suit season. Sick of pesky and stubborn spots that seem to be resistant to even your best efforts at juicing and countless pilates and hot yoga classes? Maybe it is time to consider a consultation with me to consider tumescent liposculpture and skin tightening using the Accusculpt device! You just might be the perfect candidate… Who is a good liposuction candidate? Well, you

Eliminate Leg Veins with Sclerotherapy by Dr. Melanie Palm

April 22, 2013

Summer is nearly upon us and it is time to whip those “stems” into shape. Got broken blood vessels or unsightly leg veins just begging to be treated? We have got the answer….sclerotherapy! In a few short sessions broken blood vessels and even some varicose veins can be dramatically improved with treatment. Here is a short YouTube video demonstrating the ease and lack of pain involved with a simple sclerotherapy session performed in my hands

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