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In the 1980s Dr. Bock and other physicians performed what was called the phenol peel. Originally invented by lay peelers it was adopted by physicians in the early 1960s. The results were so dramatic that when Dr. Bock showed before and after patient photos, he could hear audible gasps from the audience. While the results […]

Dr. Gerald Bock at the California Skin and Laser Center in Stockton is a dermatologist in the area who understands the importance of tighter skin. Many patients who are dealing with skin laxity or are unhappy with fat on specific areas of the body may benefit from certain treatments that are much less invasive than […]

California Skin & Laser Center’s Dr. Gerald Bock brought liposuction to Stockton area residents in the mid-1980s. Dr. Bock and his team have remained true to those earlier roots. Safer tumescent lipo is still offered out of our practice and may be used on not only the body — that jiggly belly, thighs, arms, and […]

Since the time Dr. Gerald Bock introduced liposuction to the Stockton area in the mid-1980s, nonsurgical techniques have emerged to tighten skin effectively with less discomfort and downtime. Generally, surgical and noninvasive procedures seek to treat the effects of underlying fat and bone loss. As we age, skin sags and bone shrinks away from tissues. […]

At California Skin & Laser Center, we understand the importance of beautiful, healthy skin. Though the skin naturally sheds skin cells and develops new ones, rejuvenation can help speed this process by removing the dying skin cells and allow them to shed faster to reduce the rough, dry skin texture that may develop. Damage to […]

At California Skin and Laser Center, we believe in providing patients in the Stockton, CA area with a wide range of treatments for the signs of aging, including fine lines and wrinkles. When men and women come to our practice for solutions for combating the unwanted signs of aging, Dr. Gerald Bock and his team […]

Liposuction surgeon in Stockton recommends patients make an appointment for a consultation if they are interested in taking inches off for improved body contours. At the California Skin and Laser Center in Stockton, Dr. Gerald Bock and his team of professionals work closely with patients to help them understand the benefits of visiting a true […]

Everyone wants to look their best and enjoy the benefits of beautiful body contours. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can take a toll on the body. They may experience excess skin, unwanted fat, and sagging breasts. This can make them feel self-conscious about the way they look. Many patients in the Stockton area consider a treatment known […]

Most men and women have an area of the body in which they just can’t address fat deposits. This may be on the abdominal area, the thighs, the arms, the love handles, the chin, or the jowls. All of these areas can benefit from an effective treatment by a surgeon called liposuction. Dr. Gerald Bock […]

Many patients think of liposuction as an invasive, expensive way to remove large areas of fat from the body to improve contours. While this is true, there are also several other concerns that patients have when they consider liposuction. This includes the risks associated with surgery and the downtime needed to recover. Dr. Gerald Bock […]

You eat healthy and get plenty of exercise. From running to cycling, lifting weights to yoga, you’ve tried it all and still nothing has helped you minimize trouble spots on your stomach, legs, arms, or back. You’re frustrated and want a doctor who can help you get the results you want, once and for all. […]

Throughout Stockton, CA, even patients with the best personal health care routine have troublesome areas on their body. Many adults find that regardless of how closely they watch their diet, or how many hours they log at the gym, there are areas of fat on their body that simply stay put. These problem areas can […]