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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, Dysport and Xeomin 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 and Lodi, […]

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. Xeomin’s approval followed this in 2011. Since that time, millions of procedures have been performed on men and women, mostly over age […]

Innovations in cosmetic surgery have led to the development of minimally invasive techniques with less downtime and negligible risk. For cosmetic surgery in Stockton and Lodi, 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 […]

Injectable dermal fillers containing hyaluronic acid, poly-L-lactic acid, or hydroxylapatite microspheres are safe and effective. In this article, Stockton and Lodi 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 […]

Dermatology is changing at the speed of light – literally in the case of laser therapies. Dr. Gerald Bock and his team at California Skin & Laser Center are passionate about bringing the latest advances in laser, light, and energy-based treatments to patients in the Stockton and Lodi communities. PicoCare 450 treatment is a great […]

If you’ve noticed the appearance of small or large brown spots on your face, or dark skin spots that seem to get even darker after sun exposure, you are dealing with sun spots. Solar lentigo (sun spots) are caused by years of UV skin damage from too much sun exposure. At California Skin & Laser […]

If you are dealing with facial volume loss because of aging, you may be a candidate for facial fillers at our Stockton, CA dermatology clinic. Aging in the face often begins somewhere in the late 30s, as tissue volume begins to decrease beneath the skin. While this is a gradual process, many individuals notice that […]

You may work diligently to stay in shape, eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly but find certain areas of your body still storing fat and not responding to your efforts to reshape them. How women are shaped can often be attributed to two main factors: age and heredity. Women under 40 years of age […]

Due to the tremendous advances in medicine and science over the years, a myriad of options exist for patients who desire a more attractive, youthful, or rejuvenated appearance. The challenge is sorting through the products, treatments, and procedures available to know what may be the best solution for your unique needs. For the safest and […]

When you are choosing a dermatologist, whether for cosmetic enhancements or medical treatment and care, you deserve access to the latest advancements in technology, products, and services. At California Skin and Laser Center, we offer safe and effective treatments for complete dermatologic care. Gerald Bock, MD, is the medical director at California Skin and Laser […]

When you look in the mirror, are you faced with the realization that your once youthful face is now showing the signs of aging with fine lines and wrinkles? Dermal Fillers are an effective way to restore youth to the face. They restore volume to treated areas of the skin, decreasing the appearance of lines and […]