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Xanthelasma removal review: I had xanthelasma near my right eye. It didn't bother me much until my niece pointed at my eye and asked what it was. I told her it was fat. I went to Kaiser Permanente Dermatology and the doctor burned it. The procedure was not covered by insurance, because it was a cosmetic procedure. It only took off the top layer, and I believe my xanthelasma grew bigger when it healed. I then found Dr. Parvin Shafa at OC MedDerm. She had videos and photographs on her website that showed great results for xanthelasma removal. I called the office and was able to get a price estimate over the phone after I sent photographs of the xanthelasma. I went to the office and had my fat deposit surgically removed. The only pain was was from the local anesthetic injected around the surgical area. Dr. Parvin Shafa cut out the xanthelasma. The area was stitched and patched up. My Results: Perfection. No noticeable scars. No residual pain. No signs of xanthelasma. For me, total healing time was approximately five months. The eye area looked great after the stitches were removed. The rest of the healing time was for the scar tissue and residual tender contact pain. The surgery is truly unnoticeable to people after the removal of the stitches (seven days). The following pictures shows the evolution of the eye. I was afraid of my skin being pulled during the stitching, but it looked normal later. The eye area looked great after the removal of the stitches. During the following weeks after the removal, the scar was prominent (white). I was afraid that scar was permanent but Dr. Shafa assured me it was going to fade over time. After a couple of more weeks, it became less noticeable. When I rubbed that eye, I felt the scar and slight tenderness. By the fifth month, that was all gone. Process/Visits: (1) Consultation over the phone, (2) In person visit for consultation and I proceeded with the procedure, (3) Stitch removal, and (4) Final check up If you need a xanthelasma removal doctor, go to OC MedDerm and have Dr. Shafa work on you.

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I have been suffering for years with acne with scarring. Does Dr. Shafa prescribe Accutane/isotretinoin?

Thank you for inquiring Christienne. Yes, Dr. Shafa does prescribe Accutane/Isotretinoin for the past 25 years. Please feel free to make an appointment for your acne to be evaluated. We can explore your treatment options including pros and cons of… Read more

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Dr Shafa and Julie her assistant are the best, great personality, also office staff was very friendly and professional.

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Metropolis Dermatology - Welcome to Metropolis | Costa Mesa

Metropolis Dermatology

4.7(33 reviews)
7.1 mi
Certified professionals
Minority-owned & operated

I've been coming here since April 30, 2025, and I honestly can't say enough good things. I first…read morecame in with active acne, dark marks, and scarring, and from the beginning I felt genuinely cared for. Every provider here is wonderful I don't recommend one specific doctor because they are all amazing. My treatment plan was very thorough and thoughtful. We started with oral medications, skincare routines, and facials, and my doctor took the time to try different oral options to see what worked best for my skin instead of rushing the process. Once my acne was under control, I moved on to laser treatments to help with scarring and pigmentation, and the improvement has been life changing. This place truly feels like a second home. Every single provider I've seen has been kind, patient, and knowledgeable, and you can tell they genuinely want the best results for their patients. I also want to give a special shoutout to Marisol at the front desk, she is honestly the reason I love coming in. She is so patient, welcoming, and kind, and she always makes my day better the moment I walk in. Little things like that matter so much. They even have snacks and drinks, which just adds to how comfortable and welcoming the environment feels. I've attached my before and after photos because the results speak for themselves. I'm so grateful for this office and everyone who works here.

The front desk experience was extremely disappointing…read more My first visit to this clinic was actually very positive. My insurance declined the payment at the time, and Dr. James kindly gave me a discount to help me out. That left such a good impression on me that I continued coming back afterward. Even when I previously had an allergic reaction to medication prescribed here, I chose not to complain because I trusted this clinic. So when my lips suddenly became swollen this time, this clinic was still the first place I came to. Unfortunately, this experience felt completely different. The front desk staff simply kept repeating that I had to pay $150 and made no effort to communicate my situation to Dr. James. Ironically, when I explained my insurance situation to the doctor directly, he did try to check for me. After my surgery, I still had questions about the procedure itself and wanted to briefly speak with the doctor again, but the front desk just told me there would be post-care later. I understand doctors are busy, and I was completely willing to wait. I had just undergone a small surgery, asking to briefly speak with my doctor should not feel like asking for a special privilege. Her tone makes me feel like I need her approval and she is the security to guard the doctor. All of these was not an issue when I was in the DTLA location, the doctor always follow-up a little bit when I check out and both the cashier and front desk are friendly. Costa Mesa and DTLA locations gave me completely different experiences. After being a customer for years, what disappointed me most was that the attitude only became nicer after I expressed how upset I was. Why I should even have to argue with her when my lip is still numb? If the front desk staff's role is mainly financial and they do not have basic people skills, then they should not be in a front desk position at a medical clinic. A professional front desk staff member should at least show some level of care and empathy toward patients, especially patients who just underwent a small surgery and are already stressed or uncomfortable.

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Metropolis Dermatology - This is another waiting area with coffee, drinks, and snacks.

This is another waiting area with coffee, drinks, and snacks.

Metropolis Dermatology - Entry to the clinical area.

Entry to the clinical area.

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Newport Coast Dermatology

Newport Coast Dermatology

4.4(160 reviews)
5.8 mi
Luxury
Speaks Mandarin

I made an appointment last week to get some cherry angioma's removed. My experience was phenomenal!…read more I called on Tuesday to make an appointment they scheduled me in the very next day. I was greeted by the very polite and amazing staff. I was taken to the room and the procedure only took 15 mins so I was in and out and already heading back to work for the day. 4 days after the procedure and I'm already seeing amazing results and I can't be thankful enough. Overall amazing experience and HIGHLY RECOMMEND if you are looking for any assistance with dermatology! Thank you Newport Coast Dermatology see you in January for my next appointment.

I've been a patient at NCD for over 15 years, initially seeing Dr. Liu for eczema and…read moreultra-sensitive skin issues. She is absolutely amazing, and I've referred my boss, coworkers, and friends to her office over the years. Now that I'm entering my 40s, I decided to address some problem areas, like my sagging jowls and heaviness under my chin. Nurse Kelly recommended a combination treatment of Potenza and Ultherapy, and it was such a fun experience! I was nervous at first, but Nurse Kelly and the entire staff made me feel completely at ease. She pampered me throughout the process, explained everything in detail, and kept me comfortable. My skin was glowing even after one session of Potenza, and I can't wait to see the full results after completing all three sessions! Ultherapy stimulates collagen production, so you need to be patient to see the full results. Around the 2-3 month mark, my jawline started to look tighter and more lifted, and it kept improving over time. By 6-7 months, the results were significant and so worth the wait! Here is my before and after picture below. Goodbye gobble chin and jowls! I can't recommend NCD enough! Dr. Liu, Nurse Kelly, and the whole team are incredible!

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Newport Coast Dermatology - Soft and natural improvement with fillers

Soft and natural improvement with fillers

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Facial slimming of jawline with Daxxi

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Laguna Dermatology + Aesthetics - Dr. Jennifer Channual, M.D.

Laguna Dermatology + Aesthetics

4.6(82 reviews)
4.8 mi

I don't even know where to start, but make a long story short Dr. T saved my life today…read more The atopic dermatitis runs deep in my family. As a matter of fact, one of my aunt took her own life due to its severity. (Back then not much effective treatment available as today) iI had an appointment w/ Dr.T in two weeks but my condition got so bad especially on my face that even my face ID started failing on me. I quickly texted to the nice lady Ms. Kaitlyn always readily support me she offered the appointment on the same day! Everyone is super nice front ladies/back ladies and of course Drs. They are all kind, very efficient, and professional. I would not go anywhere else. Thank you!!!!

I've been going to Laguna Dermatology off and on for several years now, for various dermatology…read moreneeds. Most recently, I came back for a series of 6 sessions of therapy recommended by the doctors. I started out with seeing Carmen for the first two sessions before she went on vacation. Then I met with Dalet briefly after Carmen left. Dalet went over all the details again and thoroughly explained the process. She was very professional and pleasant. Then Lena took over for the rest of the times. Lena was very helpful, detail-oriented, and kind. She was also very meticulous and made sure I had everything I needed at each visit. She prepared the room neatly and made it cozy before I came, with all my favorites (TV channel, beverage, blanket, etc.). Thank you Lena for being so caring. You're awesome! I appreciate it and enjoy the amazing service at Laguna Dermatology. It's a beautiful and super clean office.

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Amoderm Cosmetic & Wellness Medical Center - Liquid Facelift with combination of Botox, Dysport, at forehead & filler injected  under the eyes, cheeks, (Voluma, Volbella, Restylane )

Amoderm Cosmetic & Wellness Medical Center

4.8(1.1k reviews)
0.2 mi
$$
Free consultations
Certified professionals

Time to post an update: It is now over 10 years that I have been a regular client at Amoderm and I…read morecontinue to be satisfied with the services. It's been several years since I finished my laser hair removal treatments there and my results are holding pretty well. I had literally no hair growing back on my shoulder and back. I added more areas since then and all worked amazingly well. I also did 2 more rounds of Sculpsure for body sculpting and stubborn fat reduction in belly and flanks. As a background, I am pretty fit and just needed some additional toning and the Sculpsure was a perfect touch and greatly helped. I have continued with the scalp treatment for male pattern hair loss prevention and treatment. I am alternating PRP with hair growth stem cell factor to maximize my results and I can confidently say that the treatment was effective in stopping the thinning and stimulating some hair regrowth. As for new treatments, I started doing Botox for my frown lines and lines on forehead at Amoderm around 2 years ago and have done it 3-4 times so far. The results typically last a good 3-5 months for me and I appreciate how I am still able to have full facial expression with natural look and avoid looking frozen while having the lines and wrinkles erased. Same great experience as other treatments I have done at Amoderm and well worth the money. Highly recommend as before!

Uneducated when it comes to treating Systemic Lupus. I've had laser and various treatments for 20…read moreyears with success, and she's given advice that she does not treat it, ridiculously. I've had photofacial, pulsed dye and radio frequency with great success. 'Usefulness of Pulsed Dye Laser in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus. Corresponding author. By contrast, pulsed dye laser (PDL), the most widely used form of laser treatment for CLE, produces excellent results (improvement rate, 60%-88%) with minimal side effects (pain and pigmentary alterations).'

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Amoderm Cosmetic & Wellness Medical Center - Liquid Facelift with combination of Botox, Dysport, at forehead & filler injected  under the eyes, cheeks, (Voluma,Volbella, Restylane )

Liquid Facelift with combination of Botox, Dysport, at forehead & filler injected  under the eyes, cheeks, (Voluma,Volbella, Restylane )

Amoderm Cosmetic & Wellness Medical Center - 4D Under Eye Lift - Treatment of dark circles & bags under eyes and cheek restoration with Belotero, Restylane, Volbella and Voluma

4D Under Eye Lift - Treatment of dark circles & bags under eyes and cheek restoration with Belotero, Restylane, Volbella and Voluma

Amoderm Cosmetic & Wellness Medical Center - 4D Under Eye Lift - Treatment of dark circles & bags under eyes and cheek restoration with Belotero, Restylane, Volbella and Voluma

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4D Under Eye Lift - Treatment of dark circles & bags under eyes and cheek restoration with Belotero, Restylane, Volbella and Voluma

Newport Cove Dermatology - Dr. Anny Xiao

Newport Cove Dermatology

4.9(36 reviews)
7.5 mi
Luxury
Available by appointment

I cannot say enough amazing things about Newport Cove Dermatology and PA Ali Grean. From start to…read morefinish, my experience was truly exceptional. I came in for the BBL treatment as well as help with my acne and Ali was absolutely incredible. She took the time to thoroughly explain everything, made me feel completely at ease, and was so knowledgeable, warm, and attentive throughout the entire process. I felt genuinely cared for - not rushed, not upsold, just thoughtfully treated. Also, the office is BEAUTIFUL!!! Hands down one of the best skincare experiences I've ever had -I'll absolutely be back and highly recommend!!!!

Amazing First Botox Experience with Dr. Channual!…read more I've always been curious about Botox but was nervous to actually go through with it. I finally decided to book a consultation at Newport Cove Dermatology, and I'm so glad I did! Dr. Channual was incredible. She really took the time to explain everything: how the treatment works, what to expect, and what kind of results were realistic for me. She never rushed the appointment and made me feel completely comfortable from start to finish. Her approach is thoughtful and honest, and the results were exactly what I was hoping for--natural and refreshed, without looking overdone. I walked out feeling more confident and 100% happy with my decision. If you're thinking about Botox for the first time, don't wait! Dr. Channual is the one to see.

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Newport Cove Dermatology - Ali Grean, PA-C

Ali Grean, PA-C

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Renee Janeski, R.N. Registered Aesthetic Nurse

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