Author: Dr Sanusi Umar MD

Sanusi Umar MD, FAAD is a board certified Dermatologist by the American board of dermatologists. Before then he was board certified by the American board of internal medicine. He is on faculty at both UCLA and Harbor-UCLA dermatology divisions. He is the head of the scalp and hair disorders section of the Harbor-UCLA where he teaches dermatology residents. Dr Umar has published several articles in peer review journals in the field of dermatology and the subject of hair disorders and management in general. His areas of research include hair loss treatment using natural non pharmaceutical methods, acne keloidalis nuchae, novel hair loss treatment pathways as well as in the field of hair transplantation where he pioneered the follicular unit excision - FUE methods of hair surgery, body hair transplantation and African hair type transplantation. He holds several patents both in the United states and worldwide. He is the owner of Dr U Hair and Skin Clinic, Finetouch Laboratories Inc which is the maker of an all natural hair health product line as well as Dr U Devices Inc which is a maker of FUE hair transplantation and other surgery devices

Malibu Patient Chooses Belotero Vs Botox For Vertical Frown Lines

This patient decided on Belotero vs Botox and is happy with her results.*

The Malibu Patient chooses Belotero vs Botox for vertical frown lines: This Malibu patient was dissatisfied with the 11s that suddenly crept across her forehead and in between her eyes. Lines that form in between the eyes — caused by the constant creasing of the frontalis muscles, usually brought on by worry or stress, are […]

Manhattan Beach Patient Chooses Dr. U’s Laser Treatment For Rosacea

Manhattan Beach patient before and after first laser rosacea treatment at Dr. U Skin Clinic.

This Manhattan Beach Los Angeles patient of Dr. U was concerned about the worsening signs of redness on his chest due to Rosacea, a chronic, progressive inflammatory skin condition. It typically occurs on the face and neck due to abnormalities in the tiny blood vessels close to the skin which result in persistent redness. Incidences […]

Surgical Removal of Keloid in Earlobe Piercing By Dr.U

A keloid in an earlobe piercing may be effectively removed through flap excision surgery. Here are before and after photos of this patient's procedure.

Keloid tissue growth on the earlobe may often occur in individuals with dark skin tones who have ear piercings. This Brentwood, Los Angeles patient made the decision to have her ears pierced. Shortly afterward, a keloid developed in the form of a large hard lump on the earlobe. Although she had received steroid injection treatments […]

Manhattan Beach Patient Thrilled With Results After Laser Tattoo Removal

Manhattan Beach patient before and after laser tattoo removal on her lower abdomen.

Manhattan Beach Patient Thrilled With Results After Laser Tattoo Removal: Tattoos can be a great way to express one’s sense of individuality — but sometimes, they can also serve as unpleasant reminders. The Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles patient, in this case, wanted to have a tattoo removed. The word “Ratko” was inked in cursive font […]

Manhattan Beach Patient Learns How to Get Rid of Jowls With Fillers

Manhattan Beach patient had a successful lift of sagging jowls without surgery at Dr. U's Los Angeles clinic, based in Redondo Beach*

Manhattan Beach Patient Learns How to Get Rid of Jowls With Fillers: The jowls are actually the skin and fat tissue beneath the corners of the mouth that sometimes sag below the jawline, due to the aging process. This often develops after an individual turns 50, once facial volume begins to decrease. Once subcutaneous tissue […]

A Dr.UGraft™ Celebrity Hair Restoration For A Hollywood, Los Angeles Patient

Hollywood, Los Angeles patient before and after his celebrity hair restoration

Many celebrities and public figures have chosen to undergo hair transplant surgeries, from David Beckham to Elon Musk to John Travolta. Constantly being in the public eye makes maintaining a youthful and attractive appearance a crucial part of the celebrity lifestyle. So, it’s no wonder many have chosen FUE surgery upon noticing signs of hair […]

Laser Removal of Hard Bumps on Head Scalp by Dr. U

The East Los Angeles patient shows off his new, AKN-free back hairline. No longer self-conscious of the bumps on head scalp, he is able to wear his hair as short as he likes without fear of exposing the hard simple-like bumps previously on his nape.*

Acne keloidalis nuchae is a condition categorized as folliculitis due to the aggravating factor of ingrown hairs, which trigger an immune response, resulting in bumps. However, it differs from other forms of folliculitis due to the tendency of these bumps to resemble keloidal tissue and join together over time. The East Los Angeles patient in […]

Dysport Used in Treatment of Frown Lines by Dr. U

Dysport used in the treatment of frown lines by Dr. U: Glabellar Lines, more commonly known as frown lines, are creases that form on your forehead after years of sunlight, due to their ability to weaken collagen and elastin in the skin, or aging. The lines are typically noticeable in between your eyebrows when you […]