West Dermatology La Jolla UTC California

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a non-melanoma skin cancer caused by mutations in the DNA of skin cells, which then spread to adjacent cells. BCC occurs in the deepest (basal) layer of the skin’s outer layer, the epidermis. BCC is the most common form of skin cancer in the country. It often appears as a flat lesion with a waxy, yet scar-like appearance and usually forms in areas frequently exposed to the sun, such as the nose, neck, ears, and scalp. We provide a range of customizable treatment options to suit your needs based on your individual goals and concerns. We’ll be with you each step of the way with compassionate care and comprehensive support so you can live your life to the fullest. We have a variety of treatment options including topical medications, excision surgery, cryotherapy, electrodesiccation with curettage, photodynamic Therapy (PDT), and superficial radiation therapy (SRT). West Dermatology - La Jolla/UTC 9339 Genesee Ave #350A, San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 943-4485 Get...

We know it’s not unusual to have excessive perspiration in a nerve-wracking social or professional situation. However, if you suffer this condition all day every day even when there is no clear cause, it's possible that you have hyperhidrosis, or excessive perspiration . Our experts have the knowledge and experience to help you treat this condition, regardless of where it's occurring on your body. Some of these treatments include prescription antiperspirants, iontophoresis (a device that prevents sweat production), prescription oral medications, Botox (yes, that Botox), and miraDry (a treatment that hinders sweat production). Our focus on you as a person is what makes us different from others, and we’ll be with you each step of the way with empathy, advice, and support. Healthy skin is our passion. Contact us today if you have excessive perspiration so that we can help you deal with this often embarrassing condition. West Dermatology - La Jolla/UTC 9339 Genesee Ave #350A, San ...

Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease of the skin, characterized by fibrosis of the skin. The disease causes hardening, thickening, and scarring of the skin’s connective tissues. Although it's often localized to specific parts of the body, it can also be widespread, causing systemic issues that affect internal tissues and organs, including the esophagus, blood vessels, kidneys, lungs, heart, and GI tract. Due to the complicated nature of scleroderma as well as the uncertainty of what causes it, treatment is customized on a case-by-case basis and may involve various options, as a single medication or treatment may not be completely effective. For example, you may have a mild, localized case that does not require treatment. On the other hand, someone else may have a severe, relentless case that involves multiple options, each addressing a single of the various symptoms that manifest. For the experts at our dermatology center, the ultimate goal is management of the conditions. West De...

We have a variety of options to address sun and age damage , and we have the knowledge and experience to tailor it to your unique case. However, there are many steps you yourself can take to prevent and even repair your skin. These steps include wearing 30+ SPF sunscreen daily (even on cloudy days!),  re-applying every 2 hours, covering up exposed skin when outside, avoiding intense sun between the hours of 10:00am to 3:00pm, the avoidance of indoor tanning beds, and the use of moisturizing creams and lotions at night. We focus on you as a person. Our compassionate community staff works with you to address your signs of sun and age damage, and you can rely on us to answer your questions and be an integral part of your support system. Healthy skin is our passion. Contact us today if you notice sun and age damage so that we can help you repair and restore your skin. Contact your local dermatologist today: West Dermatology - La Jolla/UTC 9339 Genesee Ave #350A, San Diego, CA 92121 (85...