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.
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
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
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.