Dr. Robert Strimling
Dermatology
Las Vegas, NV
32 years experience male
Locations
Strimling Dermatology, Laser & Vein Institute of LV
Las Vegas, NV
About
Bio
I am a board certified dermatologist since 1995 and fellowship trained Mohs skin cancer surgeon and cosmetic and laser surgeon; practicing in Las Vegas, NV since 1996. I trained at various prestigious universities and hospitals around the country, including, the University of Miami, the Mayo Clinic, Washington University at St. Louis and Boston University before settling in my original home of Las Vegas, NV. We have one of the premier dermatology and cosmetic practices in the west, specializing in all aspects of dermatology, laser and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures and surgeries. We gladly welcome new patients and hope you consider should you desire any dermatologic, laser or cosmetic care or services.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Dermatology
Cosmetic Surgery
Surgery - Plastics
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
51 Answers
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A female asked:
Dr. Robert Strimlinganswered
Dermatology 32 years experience
Relative : Relative and absolute contraindications for Radiesse (dermal fillers) include pregnancy, nursing, infection or inflammatory skin conditions in the the... Read More
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No. : No. Blepharoplasty does not remove eyelashes.
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A female asked:
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Usually : Usually only if there is exam and photographic documentation of a visual field deficit documented by an ophthalmologist.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Infection after Mole: You may not have an infection. The normal signs of healing after surgery very closely mimic the same signs of an infection. Make sure you are cleans... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Sounds like a cyst: Sounds more like a cyst. Probably needs to be injected with intra-lesional cortisone or surgically removed by your dermatologist.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Allergic reaction: Yes, because certain allergic reactions can be deadly if not treated.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Red pimples on face: Sounds like rosacea or seborrheic dermatitis or a combination of the two. See a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment suggestions.
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A female asked:
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Thread-lift : Thread-lift results last anywhere from 6 months to several or more years.
However, thread-lifts are no longer popular, as results are often short-live... Read More
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A female asked:
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Usually, : Usually, chin liposuction is permanent. Aging and weight increase may cause a recurrence.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Scabies vs. Herpes: Herpes usually presents as painful, grouped or clustered small blisters. Scabies are usually very itchy and demonstrate linear red lines suggestive o... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Sweating at Night: Could just be a bad dream, but i would recommend getting this checked out by his pediatrician. This could represent a fever or infection or other ser... Read More
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A 25-year-old member asked:
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Diet and Skin: All living human cells, including skin require protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins and minerals among other various nutrients to function normally, ... Read More
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A 50-year-old member asked:
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Creams help skin: Creams are better than lotions for skin. Creams help the skin retain water or hydrate the skin which keeps it from drying out. If your skin becomes ... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Herpes All Over: Yes, you can have herpes all over, but only in rare situations where you have a significant skin barrier impairment allowing it to spread readily or y... Read More
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A female asked:
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Usually : Usually not in someone 30 years of age, but check with your insurance company as to coverage.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Acne and blackheads: There is no treatment that I am aware of that can get rid of acne and blackheads in 5 minutes or less. See a dermatologist for advice and treatment r... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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White Skin Scratches: It is hard to know what this is without seeing it. You should see a dermatologist as soon as is possible or practical.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Growing moles: Growing moles could be skin cancer. Get them checked out as soon as possible by your dermatologist.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Skin Blisters: Any skin blisters can be a sign of serious skin or medical conditions. You should see a dermatologist for evaluation as soon as possible.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Skin Health ; Dishes: Excess washing can dry and irritate your skin. Wear rubber or other water-barrier type gloves when washing dishes or trade this chore with someone el... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Skin Cream Use: Either morning or night is good for applying skin cream, but definitely after showering or washing is best time.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Vitamins Help Skin: Yes, a daily multi-vitamin can help your skin stay healthy.
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A 23-year-old member asked:
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Hair re-conditioning: Thermal reconditioning is a salon process that turns frizzy, kinky hair into softer, more manageable less kinky hair. See your hair stylist for more ... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Food for Skin: A healthy, well rounded diet that includes a well balanced variety of vegetables, fruits, grains, meats and dairy so that you are obtaining necessary ... Read More
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A female asked:
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Depends : Depends upon the type of brow-lift you are having. For midline, direct or temporal brow-lifts, local anesthesia is usually adequate and what we use. ... Read More
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Maybe, : Maybe, your physician is going to use general anesthesia. If done under local anesthesia in an office or outpatient setting, this usually is not nece... Read More
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A female asked:
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This : This is no problem for me, but please let your treating surgeon know.
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A female asked:
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I : I do not recommend it in most situations. If your primary complaint and/or physical exam findings indicate brow ptosis (brow droopiness) and you are ... Read More
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A female asked:
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I : I have not heard of Radiesse (dermal fillers) causing permanent nerve damage either.
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A female asked:
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Juvederm : Juvederm is a hyaluronic-acid based dermal filler used for filling of facial wrinkles, lines, folds and augmentation of facial areas where augmentatio... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Skin crater: Probably not, but a injectable wrinkle filler may be able to do this or make-up. See a dermatologist skilled in wrinkle fillers.
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Yes, : Yes, but I do not recommend it, as you may not be happy with it years later when styles change.
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Yes, : Yes, this is one of the most common and rewarding requests for liposculpture.
Also, consider non-invasive exilis radiofrequency fat melting and tigh... Read More
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Any : Any and all scars, whether from surgery or not can become itchy for a prolonged time period.
For itchy scars, please visit your board certified der... Read More
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Although : Although bruising and swelling are not always an aftermath and healing is often only a few days,
give yourself 2 weeks in case you get bruising which... Read More
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Usually : Usually not any significant or distant migration. Minimal, non cosmetically significant migration in the immediate (first day) post procedure period ... Read More
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Probably : Probably not, but we do not know for sure, so it is not recommended.
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This : This is a good question. I know of no reason that juvederm is unsafe in this setting.
However, i would defer this question to your treating neurolog... Read More
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A female asked:
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No : No allergy testing is needed.
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Probably : Probably not, but several less invasive or non-invasive alternatives exist.
If your skin is adequately elastic and sub-cutaneous fat is the primary is... Read More
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A female asked:
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Radiesse (dermal fillers) : Radiesse (dermal fillers) is indicated for the correction of nasolabial folds - the crease or fold located at the interface of your lateral upper lip ... Read More
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Yes, : Yes, but i would probably not recommend a surgical procedure with scarring. I probably would recommend non-surgical Botox or dysport. An evaluation ... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 32 years experience
Pimples on Chest: Sounds like acne or folliculitis. Try 5% benzoyl peroxide wash daily available over the counter without a prescription. If not gone in one week or w... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Bleach ; Skin: No, bleach will not lighten your skin any faster, but it may irritate your skin.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 32 years experience
Loose Skin: Usually not if you are young enough. Skin has elastic fibers (like a rubber band) and stretches and contracts with weight loss and or gain. However,... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Bee Sting: No, a bee sting will resolve without problems. Sometimes a very small discoloration or scar may result, but this is not likely.
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Smelly Skin: Probably not. This may be a function of inadequate hygiene. Try showering or bathing daily with an anti-bacterial soap and applying a fragrance-free... Read More
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A 27-year-old member asked:
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Staph Infection: In general, staph lives on humans and not on non-living things, at least for very long. Maybe, a day or two at the most and in some cases only a few ... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Brown Spots in Pubis: Any new brown spots should be evaluated by a dermatologist, as this could be a sign of skin cancer or venereal disease.
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, FL
Graduated 1990MD
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