About Dr. Faith Esterson, MD
Dr. Esterson graduated magna cum laude with departmental honors from University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), receiving her bachelor’s degree in biology. After graduating medical school at University of California San Diego School of Medicine, she completed her internal medicine internship at University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Esterson finished her dermatology residency at the prestigious UCLA Division of Dermatology.
Renowned for her expertise in diagnosing and treating skin disease, Dr. Esterson identifies and corrects skincare issues thoroughly and expeditiously. Patients and colleagues also tout Dr. Esterson’s masterful injection techniques of such fillers as Restylane, Perlane, and Juvéderm, which help her deliver dazzling results with minimal discomfort for her patients.
Dr. Esterson’s precision and skill are only rivaled by her warmth and dignified treatment of patients. A five-time recipient of the Greater Baltimore Top 10 Dermatology Specialist and a recipient of the Best of Pikesville award, the esteemed dermatologist considers her patients’ confidence and good dermatological health her greatest achievements.
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Tips & Wisdom
BOTOX® Cosmetic is used to treat lines and wrinkles caused by repetitive facial movement, also known as dynamic lines. Areas commonly treated are frown lines (vertical lines or creases between your eyebrows or the 11s), forehead lines, crow’s feet (around the side of your eyes), lines caused by pursing of the lips (smoker’s lines), downturned corners of the mouth and crepey neck. BOTOX® Cosmetic is a safe and effective option for most facial rejuvenation treatment plans. I...
Patient Education Resources
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Professional Affiliations
Esterson Dermatology
Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery is excited to welcome the Esterson Dermatology team and their patients to our family.
Located in the Woodholme Medical Building, our Pikesville Office is located just northwest of Baltimore. Pikesville is a 'census-designated place' considered to be one of the Best Places to Live in Maryland, and since 1993, our physician has been "changing lives" here with her excellent medical and cosmetic dermatologic care and is committed to boosting her patients' good health and confidence. Today, she and her clinicians treat a wide range of common skin conditions including acne, cysts, eczema and other rashes, and psoriasis, as well as more complex conditions including skin cancer, hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating), and pigmentation issues including vitiligo.
They also have specialized expertise in cosmetic/aesthetic therapies to rejuvenate, restore and refresh the skin's appearance, including BOTOX® Cosmetic, Juvéderm®, Restylane®, microneedling, and IPL (photofacial) treatments.