
Optima Dermatology & Medical Aesthetics
Dermatology • Portland, ME
About
Optima Dermatology offers comprehensive dermatology and medical aesthetics services across its network, including a Scarborough, ME location. They emphasize world-class clinical care, an exceptional patient experience, convenient scheduling, and advanced facilities. The company operates 9 offices in the United States, with Scarborough being one of their Maine locations, and is headquartered in Portsmouth, NH. Services span general dermatology, cosmetic procedures, medical spa offerings, and related skin-care treatments.
Clinic Type
Dermatology
Address
71 US Route One, Suite J, Scarborough, ME 04074
Phone
(207) 770-5621
referral@optima.emadirect.md
Opening Hours
Mon: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Tues: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Wed: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Thurs: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Current Offers
New patient specials (not explicitly listed)
FAQs
What services are offered at Scarborough Optima location?
Medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, skin cancer treatment, full-body skin checks.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 3.5 stars (25 reviews)
- Yelp: Not specified (11 reviews)
Patients praise
- Highly professional, compassionate, and skilled medical providers
- Welcoming, clean, and modern facilities
- Effective, high-quality clinical and aesthetic results
- Personalized treatment plans and clear communication during procedures
- Concierge-style or efficient office experiences for many patients
Common complaints
- Difficulty contacting clinics via phone and long response times
- Challenges scheduling new patient appointments or significant wait times
- Frustrations regarding billing processes and misapplied payments
- Perceived dismissive customer service interactions
"Dr. Cuozzo and his team did a fantastic job with our son. ... in one visit, they accurately diagnosed and removed it pain-free without needing an OR visit."
— Optima Dermatology website testimonial"Instant bad taste in my mouth. I called to ask if they were accepting new clients and to get a cash price range for a consultation. The woman who answered was short and dismissive."
— Northeast Dermatology Associates review"I had such a wonderful experience at Baskin Aesthetics, especially as someone new to aesthetic treatments. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and genuinely cared for by the entire staff."
— Baskin Aesthetics website testimonialSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- The Windham Eagle Business: Business Spotlight: Maine Beauty Company — Jun 29, 2026
- MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital to Hold Free Skin Cancer Screening on October 24 | MaineHealth — Oct 1, 2025
- The Windham Eagle Business: Business Spotlight: Confident Medical Aesthetics + Wellness — Jun 15, 2026
- Maine consumers to receive restitution after sudden closure of Saco medical spa — Sep 17, 2025
- Long-Term Natural Results with Sculptra | Knott Street Dermatology — Oct 4, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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