Dr. Jensen at West Valley Dermatology specializes in the health of your skin, hair and nails. Whether you just need a wart removed, or you think you might have skin cancer, you can count on Dr. Jensen and our staff to meet your needs with great care.
Click on the links to the right to read more about some of the common conditions that people come to us for help.
June 16, 2016
Acne is a common problem for teenagers and adults alike. Most teens experience worsening of acne until age 16, and it generally begins to improve after […]
January 27, 2016
There are several forms of acne scarring. It may take on the appearance of skin staining, redness, or purple discoloration. This is not true scarring, as […]
December 30, 2015
If you watch TV during the evening and early morning hours, you have definitely seen commercials for the NoNoPro and other home hair removal systems. This […]
November 3, 2015
“The advanced practice professional (APP) will see you now,” states the nurse as she brings the patient to the examination room. The expansion of health professionals […]
October 12, 2015
Myth #1: Sunbathing is the best way to obtain vitamin D, and it’s free. It’s only free if you don’t consider the lifetime cost to […]
September 23, 2015
September 2014 | Volume 13 | Issue 9 | Editorials | 1013 | Copyright © 2014 Jesse D. Jensen DO and Wendy McFalda DO McLaren Oakland […]
August 20, 2015
What are spider veins? Spider veins are small red or purple veins that occur on the legs and face, and appear to twist and branch in […]
August 20, 2015
Rejuvenate means to restore youth. As we age, our skin thins and becomes less elastic, which leads to wrinkles and sagging.Facts About Facial Skin Rejuvenation Dr. […]
August 20, 2015
We specialize in the treatment of photoaging (wrinkles and brown pigment due to sun exposure). There are numerous methods to improve your skin’s color and texture. […]
August 20, 2015
The natural fat pads that exist in the central cheek provide fullness and lift to the lateral and midcheek. As we age, these pads diminish in […]
August 20, 2015
Skin cancer continues to rise, and dermatologic surgeons, like Dr. Jensen, continue to demonstrate their commitment to skin cancer awareness and prevention as well as their […]
August 20, 2015
At West Valley Dermatology, we know your children are not just little adults. We know that it can be scary for them to see a doctor, […]
August 20, 2015
Abscess An inflammatory nodule of the skin, usually caused by Staph aureus, which is a common bacteria found on the skin. These nodules, or lumps, are […]
August 20, 2015
Hair loss can be a devastating process. This is categorized into two main groups: scarring and non-scarring (non-permanent) hair loss. Male pattern hair loss is commonly […]
August 20, 2015
Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers, afflicting more than two million Americans each year. If diagnosed and treated early, it is also the […]
August 20, 2015
All people have moles somewhere on their bodies–it’s perfectly normal. However, it is important to know if any of them are changing or look unusual, as […]
August 20, 2015
Rosacea is a common disorder among adult men and women alike. It’s characterized by redness, bumps, and swelling of the central face. It may even affect […]
August 20, 2015
Scaly skin is a common symptom of dry skin and can occur anywhere on the body. The first steps to improving dry scaly skin are to […]
August 20, 2015
Acne is the most common skin disorder and can be a difficult psychological problem. Though acne can occur at any age, it most frequently begins during […]