Your skin is an indicator of your overall health and happiness.
At The Menkes Clinic, we can treat all kinds of skin concerns, from
skin cancer to acne to wrinkles to broken capillaries. For a personalized
rejuvenation program, schedule an appointment so that we may review
your problem area and complete medical history.
To begin, choose your body concern:
Acne can be a problem not only for teens, but also for those patients
well past their twenties, thirties and even their forties. Many patients
continue to suffer from recurrent breakouts well into adulthood causing
embarrassment, frustration and added stress in already busy lives. At
The Menkes Clinic, our approach to the treatment of acne starts with
recognizing that each patient is an individual with unique needs. Our
physicians evaluate each patient's lifestyle, personal goals and treatment
preferences in order to formulate the most effective plan that will result
in healthy, clear, and radiant skin. We are always ready to answer questions
and provide the latest, scientifically-proven treatments for our patients.
Acne pimples can lead to unwanted imperfections in the skin, especially
surface defects and discoloration. Acne scars commonly occur on the face,
chest and back and may appear as:
- • Shallow depressions or divots
- • Deep, ice-pick indentations
- • Firm, rubbery bumps or nodules
- • Dark brown spots and discoloration
- • Persistent pink or red blotches
In general, the deeper and larger the pimples, the greater the risk is for residual scarring. Therefore, early treatment of acne is ideal to prevent unwanted scars. We treat acne with oral antiobiotics such as Accutane, topical medications and blue light therapy. For acne scarring we offer several treatments to help reduce the appearance of scarring, such as chemical peels and facials, laser treatments and microdermabrasion.
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Birthmarks are skin lesions that are noticed within the first few weeks
to months of life and are typically harmless. There are two main
categories of birthmarks—red birthmarks and pigmented birthmarks. Red
birthmarks are a vascular (blood vessel) type of birthmark. Pigmented
birthmarks are areas in which the color of the birthmark is different
from the color of the rest of the skin.
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Cellulite, for most, is a dimpled appearance on the surface of the skin
caused by fat deposits, mainly on the thighs, stomach and pelvic
area. Once aquired, it is very difficult to get rid of as topical
creams and such may soften the look of your skin, but it can not
attack the fat below the skin. We are excited to introduce a new
technology called Cellulaze™, a treatment for cellulite
that attacks the structural problem beneath the skin.
LEARN MORE ABOUT CELLULAZE™
CoolSculpting by ZELTIQ™ is a breakthrough,
non-invasive technology that freezes away stubborn fat.
CoolSculpting gently targets and cools unwanted fat cells in
the selected area to induce a noticeable, natural-looking
reduction in fat bulges. Each CoolSculpting procedure
results in an average 20% reduction of fat in
the treated area.
LEARN MORE ABOUT COOLSCULPTING
Eczema is a common genetic skin condition affecting infants,
children, and adults that is characterized by increased
sensitivity to many environmental factors resulting in itching
and a scaly rash which may involve the entire skin. Individuals
who suffer from eczema often experience intense itching after
exposure to certain environmental triggers such as house dust mite,
wool, and grass. Contact with these allergens can results in an
itchy, scaly rash that usually becomes chronic if not
appropriately treated.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ECZEMA AND ITS TREATMENTS
CoolSculpting by ZELTIQ™ is a breakthrough,
non-invasive technology that freezes away stubborn fat.
CoolSculpting gently targets and cools unwanted fat cells in
the selected area to induce a noticeable, natural-looking
reduction in fat bulges. Each CoolSculpting procedure
results in an average 20% reduction of fat in
the treated area.
LEARN MORE ABOUT COOLSCULPTING
MelaFind® is the world's first 100% objective and
non-invasive way to see into and analyze the skin for
potential melanoma. MelaFind® is the world’s first and
only painless medical device that analyzes irregular
growth patterns under the surface of a mole.
LEARN MORE ABOUT MELAFIND®
Moles are clusters of pigmented cells (called melanocytes)
that often appear as small, dark brown spots. However, moles
can come in a wide range of colors from pink to dark brown,
and can occur anywhere on the body. Warts are mall, usually
painless growths on the skin caused by a virus called human
papilloma virus (HPV). They are generally harmless.
LEARN MORE ABOUT MOLE AND WART TREATMENTS
In the past three decades, there has been a tremendous
increase in our understanding of pediatric skin conditions,
the genetic basis for many of these diseases, and their
treatment. Skin diseases in infants and young children
vary in many respects from the same diseases in older
children and adults. As a result, young children may
require a dermatologist with special expertise in order
to obtain an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
LEARN MORE ABOUT PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY
Psoriasis is the most common autoimmune disease in
the United States and affects both children and
adults. Its prevalence is approximately 2 percent
or 7.5 million Americans. Nearly three percent of the
world’s population, or 125 million people, have psoriasis.
It is a chronic, lifelong disease that varies in severity
and response to treatment from person to person. Although
not contagious, its exact cause is not entirely known.
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Many people suffer from persistent redness of the cheeks,
nose and sometimes the entire face. Usually, but not always,
these red blotches and visible small blood vessels are seen
in patients who have fair skin and blush easily. These skin
changes can affect all races and gradually worsen over time if
left untreated. Many adults with these symptoms of facial
redness, easy flushing, broken capillaries and pimples,
actually have a skin condition called Rosacea.
LEARN MORE ABOUT REDNESS TREATMENTS
At The Menkes Clinic, we specialize in skin cancer detection,
screening, biopsies, surgical removal, treatment and prevention.
This includes a primary focus on the three most common skin
cancers found in human beings-Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous
Cell Carcinoma and Melanoma. Dr. Menkes also performs Mohs'
Micrographic surgery for certain difficult skin cancers.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SKIN CANCER
This technique of suctioning out excess fat from just under
the skin using hollow tubes (cannulas) with blunt ends results
in "sculpting" the body to a shape that many in our society deem
to be more pleasing to the eye. It has evolved over the past
forty years to become a very safe and excellent technique.
SmartLipo is the latest, most advanced liposuction technique
available and consists of an FDA- approved laser assisted
liposuction procedure that is less invasive and results in a
shorter recovery time.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SMARTLIPO / TUMESCENT LIPOSCULPTURE
Spider veins are tiny blood vessels (called capillaries)
that are located just beneath the skin’s surface and are
especially visible in those who have fair or ruddy complexions.
Spider veins typically appear as pink to red lines and can
occur on the legs as well as the face.
CHOOSE A SPIDER VEIN TREATMENT
Discoloration of the skin can appear as localized brown spots
and freckles or as larger patches over the body. Here at The
Menkes Clinic we have many different treatment options to help
even out yur skin tone, revealing younger, refreshed look.
SELECT AN UNEVEN SKIN TONE TREATMENT
The Menkes Clinic is proud to be the first clinic in the San
Francisco Bay Area offering virtually pain free laser hair
removal with the LightSheer® DUET®. The Duet’s high-
speed technology is virtually pain free and enables us to treat
patients in half the time of other lasers.
LEARN MORE ABOUT LIGHTSHEER® DUET®
The state-of-the-art approach to rejuvenation of the face consists
more and more of an attempt to restore facial volume and contour,
to emulate youthful facial features. Youthful contours can be
restored non-surgically through the expert use of fillers and
BOTOX® or Dysport. All of these procedures can be completed
in less than thirty minutes little to no downtime. Laser resurfacing
is another excellent option for smoothing the skin and improving tone
and texture.
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