Patient With Deep Laugh Lines Before Her Radiesse Treatment

Radiesse Eliminates Laugh Lines in Los Angeles Patient-Before and After Video

When it comes to getting rid of wrinkles, most of us think of crows feet, lines under the eyes, frown lines or forehead wrinkles.  But laugh lines around the sides of the nose and mouth can also make the face look older and sadder. They also indicate the early onset of jowls.   The experience

Before Lip Augmentation Treatment With Juvederm

Before and After Lip Enhancement with Juvederm In Los Angeles Patient

Many patients  strive for “pillow lips,” during enhancement procedures. Typically this is  inspired by celebrities. However the Los Angeles patient in this video made it very clear that she did not want  conspicuous duck-like results. She cites  Goldie Hawn in the movie,  Ex Wives Club as an example of the unnatural looking results she did

Non-Surgical Solution For Jowls on Jawline| Before Radiesse Treatment

Los Angeles Radiesse For Jowls and Undereye Area-Before and After

Radiesse is a dermal filler with unique properties. Not only does it fill in wrinkles, it also offers the ability to make structural corrections as well. The Radiesse injection gel is made of calcium hydroxyapatite particles. Once it is injected below the skin, it can be shaped by the physician into the desired form. The

Patient Before Her Radiesse Treatment For Laugh Lines

Los Angeles Radiesse for Laugh Lines – Before and After

This patient in Los Angeles received Radiesse injections to get rid of laugh lines. The movement of muscles in the face due to laughing or smiling can cause the development of creases around the sides of the mouth. Over time, these creases become more deeply etched in the skin. Radiesse is an injection that is

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Patient Before Procedure

Results of Folliculitis Keloidalis Nuchae Surgery to Get Rid of Re-Emergence

According to the patient in this video, many people, including medical experts believe that there is no solution for advanced manifestations of  Folliculitis Keloidalis Nuchae, which is also known as Acne Keloidalis Nuchae. Wound Healing For Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Removal However the enlarged tissue mass that occurs in advanced stages of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae can

Tattooed Brows Before Transplantation With Nape Hair

Before and After Eyebrow Restoration Procedure of Dr. Umar – Featured on Telemundo

Dr. Umar’s eyebrow transplant procedure was featured on Telemundo (national Spanish television network) in addition to KNBC4. For many women, eyebrows play a significant role in enhancing facial aesthetics. So it is understandable how eyebrow hair loss can be an issue of concern. As women age, physiological and hormonal changes cause hairs in the brow

Patient With Tattooed Arches Before Eyebrow Transplant

Dr. Umar Talks About Eyebrow Transplantation on KNBC4

Eyebrow hair thinning is prevalent among women as they age. This is a result of changes in hormone levels as well as other aspects of their physiology. Although eyebrow transplant procedures has been an available option, scarring is a big risk. Because of this, the patient on this segment decided to get her brows tattooed

Patient With Severe Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Lesion

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Surgical Cure – Before And After

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Surgical Cure – Before And After

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Surgical Cure – Before And After : This patient had been suffering from Acne Keloidalis for six years prior to having the lesions surgically removed by Dr. Umar.  He had tried taking oral prescription medication for his AKN during this time, but did not find any relief from this condition.

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Before Treatment by Dr Umar

In later stages of AKN, the bumps become bigger and fuse into a large single mass of tissue.*

As the AKN mass grew bigger, the patient felt extremely self conscious in social situations, including visits to the barber.

What Causes Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth?

Experts are not clear about the exact causes of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae at this time. However, it seems likely that there are many different factors. A few examples include:

(1) irritation from shirt collars and other types of clothing

(2) ingrown hairs which trigger immune attacks against the follicle

(3) close shaving of the hair with razors.

These variables may affect different individuals to varying degrees.

Although Acne Keloidalis Nuchae is commonly seen in males of African descent, it can also develop in other ethnic groups and individuals who naturally have straight hair.  The patient featured here is an example.

The Progression of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae

In the initial stages, Acne Keloidalis Nuchae looks like acne on the back of the head.  Over time, horizontal plaques and tumor-like masses develop, fusing together into a single bump.

Aside from the issue of cosmetic disfigurement, AKN also causes itchiness, bleeding,  discharge and pain.  While injections can reduce some of these symptoms, they do not clear the lesions.

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Surgical Cure – THE SURGERY

Surgery is very promising for advanced phases. Dr. Umar uses a specialized  technique to excise the affected area and lowered the posterior hairline. He also applies methods that allow the wound to gradually close completely on its own.

Serial tension stitching was applied to close this patient’s wound. It enables time for  the skin to heal and regain its normal form to enable the full range of head movement to be restored.

Also, in acheiving this Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Surgical Cure, Dr. U aligns the posterior hairline with the horizontal linear scar so that it appears less visible.

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Surgical Cure - Before And After Close Up View

Side by side comparison showing the advanced Acne Keloidalis Nuchae bump and the patient’s surgical results*

THE VIDEO: Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Surgical Cure – RESULTS

Six weeks after the procedure, the patient remains free of the AKN lesions. And as you can see from the video,  the hairline along the back of his neck has moved downward to a normal position.

Following his surgery, the patient is free from the worries and concerns he had due to the progression of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae.

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Growth Surgical Cure – Dr U Make Yet Another Patient Happy

To learn more about options to get rid of AKN,  you may schedule a  no cost consultation at Fine Touch Dermatology by clicking on the link at the top right corner and filling out the form. Or give us a call at 310-318-1500.

Patient Free From Acne Keloidalis Nuchae

Patient is happy to resume a normal life following his Acne Keloidalis Nuchae procedure.*

If you think you would benefit from Dr U’s treatments for AKN, kindly complete our free online consultation form

Pattern Baldness in Male Patient

Causes of Hair Loss – Dr. Umar on American Health Journal

Dr. Umar discusses the causes of hair loss with American Health Journal.  In the United States, baldness affects 35 million men and 21 million women.  Pattern baldness occurs commonly in men. However it also affects women as well, but to a lesser extent. A genetic predisposition is the main underlying cause. Genes create protein receptors

Patient With Sun Damage and Age Spots

Patient Testimonial: Brown Spots and Wrinkles Vanish with Fraxel Dual Laser

This patient was not happy with the sun spots appearing on her face and neck, and she wanted her wrinkles reduced. In general, she wanted her skin texture to be restored to its previous glow. Dr. Umar used the Fraxel Dual Laser and Spectra Laser to solve her problems, and after just four weeks the