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We all have them – stubborn pockets of fat that don’t seem to budge no matter how healthfully we eat or how many hours we spend in the gym. Historically, patients who wanted a way to eliminate these areas of fat had to resort to costly and invasive surgeries with extended downtime and recovery periods, […]

Over time, our skin is exposed to environmental toxins, our lifestyle choices, and the aging process. These factors put stress on the skin causing the development of lines, wrinkles, scars, or generally unhealthy skin. Rejuvenating treatments help patients regain their youthful, glowing skin. Many patients have asked, “How does skin rejuvenation work?” With offices in […]

Chemical peeling is a tried and true method of improving skin, which has been used for generations. The milk bath, which was a popular historical beauty treatment, was actually a primitive form of a mild lactic acid peel. Modern technology has revolutionized cosmetic dermatology, with a plethora of devices and procedures now available. Yet, chemical […]

Exposure to the sun can damage the skin, cause discolorations, and even age the skin. Sun damage may appear here or there as small freckles. Over time, the damage worsens. Darker spots or poor skin tone and texture may develop. With offices in Stockton, Lodi, and Elk Grove, Dr. Gerald Bock helps patients maintain youthful, […]

Acne is not just a problem for teenagers going through the hormonal changes of puberty. It can stay with you or even start fresh into adulthood. Getting acne treatment brings patients a sense of relief by helping them achieve beautiful, healthy skin. Dr. Gerald Bock explains the advantages of acne treatment for patients in Stockton, […]

A healthy diet and exercise program is often recommended for patients who want to lose weight and regain a shapely figure. However, for some patients, diet and exercise are not enough, and the unwanted pouch or love handles may still be there. With locations in Stockton, Lodi, and Elk Grove, Dr. Gerald Bock offers CoolSculpting treatment […]

Injections of Botox and Dysport are a popular skin rejuvenation option in the Stockton, Lodi, and Elk Grove, CA. In the experienced hands of Dr. Gerald Bock at California Skin & Laser Center, neuromodulators safely and effectively soften dynamic wrinkles. Most patients are extremely pleased with treatment and want results to last as long as […]

You don’t want wrinkles, but you don’t want to look frozen. A Botox treatment clinic helps patients achieve the smooth, natural look they desire. Botox and Dysport treatments reduce the signs of aging without changing the look or movement of the face. Dr. Gerald Bock offers anti-aging treatments to patients near Stockton, Lodi, and Elk […]

Fat deposits are largely a product of heredity and lifestyle, and they can stubbornly resist healthy eating and exercise. In the past, liposuction was the only effective spot reduction treatment. Today, men and women have the option of CoolSculpting. Board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Gerald Bock, explains why both services are offered at California Skin & Laser […]

Neuromodulators have been used aesthetically in this country for more than a decade. Botox Cosmetic received FDA approval in 2002, and Dysport (a similar formulation produced by a different manufacturer) followed in 2009.  Since that time, millions of procedures have been performed on men and women, mostly over age 40, to counteract existing signs of […]

Innovations in cosmetic surgery have led to the development of minimally invasive techniques with less downtime and negligible risk. For cosmetic surgery in Elk Grove, patients should choose an experienced treatment provider. Y Lift Y Lift is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that delivers various benefits of a facelift without any incisions, and provides instant […]

Injectable dermal fillers containing hyaluronic acid, poly-L-lactic acid, or hydroxylapatite microspheres are safe and effective. In this article, Elk Grove Board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Gerald Bock, explains what to expect after treatment with these face fillers. What fillers do The primary role of fillers is to restore lost volume. Various dermal fillers are placed at specific depths […]