What’s the difference between medical and cosmetic dermatology? Sometimes there’s a lot of overlap, and that’s why RefinedMD specializes in both. “Medical dermatology” is the treatment of medical skin conditions, and that includes very common issues such as acne, rosacea, melasma, and skin cancer. Dr....
What’s the difference between medical skin care and aesthetic skin care? Sometimes not much! RefinedMD is a holistic, comprehensive center offering diagnoses and treatments for both medical and aesthetic skin issues because we know that a lot of the time there’s plenty of overlap. Let’s...
Sun damage reveals itself in many ways, and a lot of the time it can take years or even decades to show up. RefinedMD offers a suite of services to reverse the signs of sun damage for your esthetic concerns and keeps you on top...
If you’re like most people, the answer is probably no. Notice that we said dermatologist here, not esthetician. RefinedMD is home to both renowned dermatologists and leading skin care experts like estheticians because we know that your skin is complex and unique. So, what’s the...
Absolutely. Even if we weren’t in perpetually sunny California, sun damage can and does occur year-round. The idea that sun damage only occurs on sizzling summer days is a myth we often have to dispel at RefinedMD. Sure, you might not burn as easily on...
There are over 3,000 skin conditions, and a lot of them can be easily confused for one another. RefinedMD works with patients to achieve a correct diagnosis before treatment begins. You’ve probably noticed all kinds of over the counter products or items online to treat...
The ABCDE guidelines for identifying skin cancer are just that—guidelines. The reality is that skin cancer can look many ways, and doesn’t always present as a suspicious mole. The absolute best person to identify signs of skin cancer early so you can enjoy a fast...
We often separate dermatology into two camps: medical and cosmetic. However, at RefinedMD a lot of the time we find that medical skin issues overlap with cosmetic worries. After all, just because acne is a common medical concern (and one that causes scarring and low...
Your skin is the largest organ you have, and it sustains a lot of damage day after day—it could use a little TLC. At RefinedMD, we specialize in treating every possible weird, strange “skin thing” in San Jose and want to encourage everyone to make...
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, and the great news is that the American Academy of Dermatology reports it’s on the decline for those under 30. This is largely in part to more widespread knowledge of the risks of sun exposure and routine...