Scripps Ranch Dermatology Services

Get clear skin fast! The ELOS blue light acne laser treats all pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, cystic acne, decreases oily skin and pore size. This treatment is safe for all skin types.... Learn more

Get clear skin fast! The Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is a highly effective treatment for all types of persistent acne, adult acne, lighten purple/red acne scars, decrease pore size and oil production.  This treatment is safe for all skin types.... Learn more

We offer the gentle glycolic acid Vivite "peel with no peel" that brightens and exfoliates your skin plus give it a beautiful glow with no downtime. Chemical peels are great to give your skin a quick fix before parties, weddings or a photoshoot. We also use chemical peels for mild acne, oily skin, unclogging pores, and lighten acne scars. This treatment is safe for all skin types and is especially recommended for non-Caucasians considering chemical peel treatments.... Learn more

This miracle treatment is a quick fix for cystic acne. This is ideal for those who get occasional cystic acne due to menstruation or stress.... Learn more

Extractions are performed to unclog pores and smooth bumpy skin caused by whiteheads and blackheads. Regular extractions are important in breaking the cycle of acne and improving the appearance of your skin.... Learn more

Vaser Liposelection is a ultrasound device used in our lipo procedures to target and emulsify fat cells while safely leaving other tissues intact. Vaser Liposelection is proven to enhance skin retraction and reduce blood loss. When fat is melted first, aspiration of the fat is easier therefore decreasing downtime.... Learn more

LipoLite Laser Liposculpture is used to sculpt and contour small areas of fat by using laser energy to liquefy the fat cells. LipoLite is also used to assist skin tightening of areas that traditional liposuction leaves sagging, such as the turkey neck, inner thighs, arms and abdomen.... Learn more

The VelaShape is the most popular treatment for cellulite, non-invasive body contouring and post –lipo body contouring. This treatment uses a combination of radiofrequency, infrared light energy, vacuum and mechanical massage. By delivering these energies we are able to safely shrink the size of fat cells, increase lymphatic drainage, increase metabolism, smooth the appearance of the skin surface and cellulite, and achieve circumferential reduction and reshaping of the treated areas.... Learn more

If invasive surgery isn't an option, then the Zerona is the treatment for you. The Zerona is a revolutionary treatment using low-level laser energy to slim down your entire body!... Learn more

Botox is FDA approved and one of the most popular treatments for lines and wrinkle prevention. Areas commonly treated are the crow's feet, frown lines, bunny lines and forehead lines. This is a safe and natural looking treatment that has been medically used for decades. Botox is also used to treat sweaty palms, feet and underarms, a condition known as hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating). This is a fast, nonsurgical procedure with no downtime.... Learn more

Dysport is one of the newest FDA approved treatments for wrinkles and wrinkle prevention. Although Dysport is new to America, it has been widely used around the world and gained approval for aesthetic use outside the US in 2001. This is a safe and natural looking treatment. Areas commonly treated are the crow's feet, frown lines, bunny lines and forehead lines.... Learn more

Instantly smooth facial wrinkles, plump lips, improve deep lines around the mouth and fill deep acne scars with Restylane. Restylane is FDA approved, natural looking and is the world's best selling dermal filler. This is great treatment if you're looking for instant and lasting results. This treatment is safe for all skin types.... Learn more

Instantly smooth facial wrinkles, plump lips, improve deep folds around the mouth and fill deep acne scars with Juvederm. Juvederm is FDA approved and is a natural looking filler that produces superior results compared to collagen. This is great treatment if you're looking for instant and lasting results. This treatment is safe for all skin types.... Learn more

EARLY DETECTION IS IMPERATIVE! Annual skin exams are an important part of staying healthy. Dr. Mauricio performs skin exams to look for suspicious growths, moles and lesions or changes in any previous growths or moles and to check for early symptoms of skin cancer. If is imperative that you been by Dr. Mauricio before your annual exam is due if you notice rapid changing moles or lesions, suspicious lesions that are itchy and/or bleeding.... Learn more

If you have been diagnosed with skin cancer, treatment options depend on the stage of cancer, type of cancer, size and location of the tumor and your general health.... Learn more

Mole removal is performed to diagnose suspicious skin lesions or to remove unsightly/unwanted moles. This is a quick and simple in office procedure that usually leaves an undetectable scar.... Learn more

A cyst can feel like an abnormal lump, vary in size and can occur anywhere on the body.... Learn more

You can remove those annoying skin tags with electrocautery. Skin tags are commonly found on the face, neck and chest or other areas that are rubbed a lot, such as the bra line or inner thighs. We offer a mild electrocautery treatment and we do all that we can to ensure your maximum comfort during the procedure. *Electrocautery is considered a cosmetic treatment.... Learn more

Remove those annoying and unsightly warts with minimal discomfort and no scarring. Wart treatment consists of destroying the wart with electrocautery or freezing with liquid nitrogen.... Learn more

We are the acne experts and acne is a medical condition that needs to be treated by an expert. Finally get rid of all your unwanted pimples, whiteheads, blackheads and cystic acne. We offer a unique combination of acne treatments, varying from acne prescriptions to cutting edge cosmetic laser treatments.... Learn more

You don't have to suffer with eczema or psoriasis anymore. These are medical skin diseases that need to be treated by an expert. There are many breakthrough skincare regimens, prescriptions and treatments that have greatly improved eczema and psoriasis.... Learn more

As the premier skin experts we specialize in treating many skin diseases. Some common skin diseases are eczema, rosacea, acne, rashes, psoriasis, keratosis pilaris, dermatitis and folliculitis. We have helped so many patients manage their skin diseases and you could be next!... Learn more

Get rid of that unwanted body and facial hair now! We offer the safest and most effective laser hair removal device using ELOS technology. Unlike other laser hair removal systems, the ELOS Laser Hair Removal device can be used on all skin colors and ethnicities safely! This device offers faster pulse speed, speeding up your treatment time, especially for large areas.  Common areas treated are the face, neck, underarms, back, arms, legs, bikini and abdomen.... Learn more

Get rid of those unsightly veins on your legs! Sclerotherapy is still, hands down, the best way to remove spider veins on legs. Results usually last a few years and treatment typically takes less than 30 minutes.... Learn more

Accidents happen! Repair torn earlobes fast and safe by an expert. This procedure can also be used for saggy or big earring holes. If needed, both ears can be treated at the same time.... Learn more

We offer many treatments to minimize the appearance of scars. New scars and even old scars can be improved! We can treat keloids, hyperpigmented scars, hypertrophic (thick skin) scars, depressed scars, etc.... Learn more

Give us a day and we can take off years!  Any skin type can benefit from the effects of this procedure.  Whether you are fair or have natural skin coloring, you can have reverse aging, smooth out acne scars, and shrunk pores.... Learn more

When it comes to no-down-time skin rejuvenation this procedure combines thee laser technologies to address: saggy skin, wrinkles, pigmentation, and baggy eyelids. That's the holy grail of skin rejuvenation!... Learn more

Want to have that look of years past?  Are you considering a facelift?  Are you tired of your deep acne scars?  Do you want the very best results for reversing aging, smoothening out uneven skin?  Then this is the procedure for you!... Learn more

This procedure can tighten loose skin without down time.... Learn more

This procedure is what you need if you have any discoloration to your skin.  This is the treatment to consider if you have browns or reds, freckles, sun spots, or small vessels that you wish gone.... Learn more

Don't like compromising? Do you want the very best in rejuvenation and in attaining flawless skin?  This is one of the most effective treatments out there.  Phenomenal results can be yours with ONE treatment.... Learn more

The Dermaroller is a quick and low downtime procedure to improve depressed acne scars, hyper pigmentation, brown, purple and red acne scars, pore size, wrinkles and overall skin quality. If you can't have the downtime from traditional fractionated treatment, like Fraxel, then this is the perfect treatment for you! Within 24 hours your skin looks back to normal! This is a favorite treatment for many celebrities because of the little downtime.... Learn more

Microdermabrasion is a comfortable and gentle treatment used to exfoliate the outer most surface of the skin, which overtime can become dull and make the skin look drab. Microdermabrasion can improve light hyper pigmentation, mild acne scars, smoothen the skin and most commonly done to give the skin a beautiful glow. This treatment is commonly paired with a light glycolic acid chemical peel.... Learn more

PREVENTION IS KEY! Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is an innovative, cutting edge treatment to treat and remove precancerous skin cells and sun damage. Levulan specifically targets the precancerous cells and when activated by laser light, the cells are destroyed leaving the rest of your skin healthy. This procedure leaves your skin brighter, pores smaller, younger and less weathered looking. PDT is recommended for all patients who have sun damage, rough skin, pre-cancerous lesions or history of skin cancer.... Learn more