Facial Injections: Info, Prices, Photos, Reviews, Q&A

Name: Nissan Pilest, MD

Statement: Dr. Nissan Pilest is a leading, board-certified dermatologist with over 42 years of experience in corrective, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology. The founder and medical director of Total Dermatology in Irvine, California, he has earned a reputation for his superior talent and deep understanding of the intricate science and artistry behind his craft.

“My patients trust me with their personal appearance,” says Dr. Pilest, “and it’s my privilege and duty to be sure I’m amply qualified to do the job as perfectly as possible!”

Equipped with the most advanced lasers, radiofrequency energy treatments, light systems, body shaping technologies, injectables, and a full range of chemical peels, Dr. Pilest’s practice offers patients from across Orange County a broad range of medical and cosmetic dermatology treatments, including CoolSculpting, Kybella, ThermiVa, Botox, Juvéderm, Cosmelan, platelet rich plasma (PRP), Fraxel, VBeam, and Thermage.

Dr. Pilest earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Named to the Circle of Excellence in Soft Tissue Fillers by the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons, Dr. Pilest is particularly renowned for his skills with injectables and dermal fillers. He is one of the three percent of physicians in the U.S. who qualify for Expert Injector status, an organization endorsed by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

A fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Dr. Pilest prides himself on staying on top of the latest technologies and techniques. As he explains, “A growing practice demands a growing doctor.” He holds Advanced Certification for Thermage and is a Fraxel Re:Store/Fraxel Re:Pair CO2 Laser Training Physician for Solta Medical Aesthetics.

In addition to his practice, Dr. Pilest works as an active Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of California Irvine and as an in-demand injectable and laser trainer for fellow physicians.

Throughout his career, Dr. Pilest has been recognized for his professional excellence by a number of organizations. He received the Top 100 Doctors Doctors’ Choice Award and was selected by the Orange County Medical Association as a Physician of Excellence.

Dr. Pilest is a diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology and a member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS).

Began aesthetic medicine in: 1979

Rating: 4.6

Name: Mariah Dannenhold

Position: Practice Manager

Biography: Mariah joined Total Dermatology in 2009 and has been in Business Management since 2005. She has found success in many of her endeavors starting in athletics, winning the Division 1 National Championship in 1998 at Long Beach State. Mariah took her team building skills into her business management career. She was promoted to the Director of Sylvan Learning Center and after only being there a year, was honored as “The Center of the Year” out of over 1,200 centers in the country.

Name: Jayci Miyamoto

Position: Staff

Biography: Jayci initially joined our practice as our photo technician/videographer and quickly demonstrated her ability to pretty much do everything! She has become a key member of our team, routinely training new employees, managing schedules, assisting with patients and juggling all the tasks with what can only be described as boundless energy, perpetual enthusiasm, and total competence.

Name: Aileen Navarro

Position: Registered Nurse

Biography: Aileen Navarro is a registered Nurse (RN) in the state of California. Prior to working with Dr. Pilest, Aileen practiced as a licensed vocational nurse in a convalescent hospital, providing care and compassion to the sick and elderly. She is excited to continue her career by practicing as an RN in the field of dermatology and aesthetic nursing.

Name: Liz Cummaro

Position: Registered Nurse

Biography: Liz Cummaro received her R.N. BSN at USC School of Nursing. She has over 25 years of cosmetic skin care experience and expertise as an active status Board of Registered Nursing member. Liz is a certified SkinCeuticals professional, certified PCA Skin professional, and certified Thermage professional. She is extremely knowledgeable about various skin irregularities and assessing the right treatment that can be provided so that a beautiful, healthy outcome can result.