Maintaining healthy skin is a major concern for women. UC Davis dermatology services include treatment for skin conditions such as acne, eczema and rosacea. The dermatology clinic also provides screening and treatment for skin cancer and education for women on skin cancer prevention. The physicians who provide plastic surgery services are sensitive to the needs of women and provide appropriate treatment and follow-up care.
Physicians perform both conventional and ultrasound-assisted procedures.
A common procedure performed at the laser center is tumescent liposuction. This procedure removes localized collections of fat pads that are diet and exercise resistant. The procedure is done in an outpatient setting without sedation. Women who require more extensive liposuction treatment are referred to plastic surgery. Other skin conditions treated at the laser center include broken-blood vessels in the face, wrinkles, brown spots, spider veins in the legs, and tattoo and hair removal.