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).
My daughter is 15 years old and we decided to do Aviclear in October in doctor Nissan Pilest office. My daughter struggles with acne around 4 years but it never been severe. I am against antibiotics and Accutane so she doesn’t have many options. After first treatment she purged bad but I was promised that after second treatment she will be better. One month apart she had second. On this p...
When I decided to try the Thermiva procedure I set out to read as much information on it as possible and as many reviews from others that already had it done. It was disappointing that a lot of people will leave an initial review but never come back and update us on how the final result was or if it actually helped them fix their issues. So I’m going to leave the best review as possible and m...
My experience with Dr.Pileest was amazing. The staff is amazing and so kind, love all the girls. They make you feel so comfortable. I came to Dr. Pilest on March 31, 2017, I had sever cystic acne around my jawline. Very painful. Once he saw me and took the time to explain all the different treatments that can help, he highly suggested The photo dynamic skin therapy (PDT). He recommended 3...
I went to Total Dermatology in Irvine to do Cosmelan peel. I left it on for about 10 hours the doc said 8 but I lost track of time! Face sun burned red, feels dry, tight and hot! I applied Hydra K and going to bed. I will follow the Cosmelan 2 on Day 2 Dr. Pilest said to apply two to three times but if my face was to sensitive or red just apply once a day. I will post tomorrow how I look...
I had my first zeltiq treatment yesterday. The doctor told me it would be better if I used a large applicator on my right and left sides of my lower abdomen. i did as he asked but now I am worried that my upper abdomen will look huge?? I am hoping it will all balance out. The first 8-10 minutes were very uncomfortable and then I went numb. Now my belly is very sensitive and still a bit numb as...