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Choose one of the procedures below to view more information about each.
- Fractional Skin Resurfacing
- Acne Care
- Microdermabrasion
- BOTOX® Cosmetic Treatment
- Lipo-Dissolve
- Latisse Eyelash Growth
- Photofacial Process
- Pulsed Light Laser Hair Removal
- IR Skin Tightening
- Juvéderm™ Aesthetic Skin Treatment
- Cellulite
Photofacial Process
How does pulsed light work?We use specialized handpieces which filter light from different parts of the spectrum. Each band of the spectrum has a wavelength that is ideal for different treatments, such as sunspot removal and rosacea.
The handpieces emit pulses of light into the skin. The light is absorbed by the pigment in sunspots/ age spots and the inflammation of the rosacea and is converted to heat. The heat dissolves the cells that create the pigment and shrinks it.
How is pulsed light different from a laser?
Pulsed light systems and lasers are very similar, but pulsed light systems use a much larger treatment window than most lasers. This spreads light over a wider area of skin and allows faster coverage of the skin and quicker treatments as a result.
What body areas can I get treated?
Any area except directly around the eyes. The face, neck, chest, arms, back and legs can all be treated.
What are treatments like?
The laser technician will move the handpiece over your skin, pulsing it all the while. Each pulse will send a beam of light through your skin. A flashing light an audible tone and a mild sensation on the skin will tell you when the handpiece is being pulsed.
What should I expect after treatment?
Immediately after treatment, you can expect a mild sunburn-like sensation, possibly accompanied by some minor swelling. This usually lasts 2-24 hours and can be soothed with cold gel of ice packs.
- Sun Spots / Age Spots: The spot will darken after treatment and be naturally shed from the skin within 1-2 weeks thus becoming lighter.
- Rosacea: Skin tone will be more normal, with less pronounced redness within a week after treatment.
- Facial Veins: Vessels may disappear after treatment or they may appear darker and then fully or partially fade within 10 – 14 days.
Typically, several treatments will be necessary to achieve complete clearance of sunspots, rosacea, and vessels.
