Ask a Dermatologist – A Q&A with our Board-Certified Dermatologists about Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, and More

In this edition of Skin 101 we sat down to chat with our Board-Certified Dermatologists about Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels and more. Q: How does microdermabrasion work, and how many treatments do we need to see results? A: Microdermabrasion is a technique by which a medical professional causes micro-breaks in the skin’s surface to encourage the

Meet Dr. Zumwalt

“It’s a great day at work when…. you can provide a patient a 98-99% cure rate of their skin cancer and perform their reconstruction within a few hours.” We are excited to welcome Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon and Board-Certified Dermatologist, Michael Zumwalt, MD. Dr. Zumwalt studied medicine and completed his Dermatology residency at Loma Linda University.

Meet Dr. Adam Wallach

“Treat people like you want to be treated.” – Dr. Adam Wallach We are pleased to welcome Board-Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Adam Wallach to the Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute team. He cares for patients at our location in Truckee, California. His specialties include Medical and Surgical Dermatology for both adult and pediatric patients as well

Marionette Lines – What are They and How Do I Treat Them?

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Marionette lines are commonly called “laugh lines” or “smile lines” and are a natural sign of aging that appear downwards around the mouth and chin. They can make you look like you have a frown on your face. These lines form as facial volume minimizes with age and deeper creases form below the mouth. How

Tips for Comparing Cosmetic Dermal Fillers

dermal fillers

When it comes to injectables or cosmetic dermal fillers, there are several options and you may be wondering which one is best for you. We break down the differences here so you can learn a little bit more about them, including RADIESSE vs. JUVÉDERM, and other popular fillers. Learn more about each cosmetic injection here.

BOTOX® in Your 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s – How to Use it Best at Any Age

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BOTOX® Cosmetic has a growing number of patients using it at all ages. But how you can use it best may vary depending on your age. We share tips on what BOTOX can help you do throughout various decades: BOTOX in Your 20s Many people wait a little later to start BOTOX treatments, but usually,

Skin Care Guide by Decade: How to Care for Your Skin at Any Age

skin care guide

This skin care guide put together by our talented Providers will help you plan for your at-home care, skin care products you may want to add to your regimen, and cosmetic treatments.  So, take a look. And, if you have any questions, make sure to book an appointment with one of our Providers who can