LASER TREATMENT

Photo Rejuvenation

(SKIN TIGHTENING AND WRINKLE REDUCTION)

This state of the art treatment literally erases years of aging with light penetration to the dermis. The laser targets and heats collagen deep within the dermis and stimulates it to tighten and rejuvenate itself. This procedure takes just minutes to perform, but keeps working for months after! You can see immediate results in skin tone and texture, and within a few weeks, you will notice a difference in the skin's tightness. Although mainly used for facial treatment, this procedure can be performed on the neck, abdomen, and thighs.

Stretch Mark Scar Therapy

Depending on the age of the stretch mark or scar, different lasers can be used to minimize the unpleasant appearance of these ailments.

Spider Vein Removal

It is estimated that over 60% of the population is plagued with varicose/spider veins, commonly visible in the lower extremities. They are usually hereditary, and can also be caused by pregnancy. Over time, they become more visible by prolonged standing, sitting with your legs crossed, overexposure to the sun, and of course, aging.

Thanks to new technology, treatments for these areas are available from your physician. Small, web-like, red or purplish spider veins are treated with our laser here in our office with minimal discomfort. Because spider and varicose veins are no longer functional, they can safely be eliminated by the laser. There is no need for compression hose afterwards. However, please note, you must abstain from sun exposure for two weeks prior, and after treatment. Immediately following the procedure, expect the veins to appear darker and more visible. They will fade gradually in two to six weeks. In most cases, you will need several treatments to eliminate them completely. Also keep in mind, that laser therapy treats only current veins and in time, new veins may develop.

Rosacea

It affects nearly 13 million people in the U.S. alone, manifesting itself as diffuse redness of the face, along with multiple telangiectasias or facial veins. At times, eruptions of papules, pustules, and swelling can occur. It is agreeable that this disease is both uncomfortable and embarrassing to live with. Now there is a very reliable treatment for this problem at our facility that is virtually pain-free.

Acne Treatment

Whether you are a teen seeking treatment for this problem, or have adult acne, careful attention is given to each patient for the best possible results. Depending on the individual and the severity of the problem, several types of lasers can be used, in addition to topical therapy. Also, a ZENO device can be used to keep blemishes at bay. This handheld device destroys bacteria under the surface of the skin and is available for purchase in our office.

Pigmented Lesion Treatment

Very few of us are lucky enough not to have some sort of pigmented lesion, whether it be freckles, solar lentigines (age spots), or discoloration associated with hormones. Pigmented lesions are caused by an accumulation of excess melanin in certain areas of the skin. The laser targets and destroys this excess melanin, leaving fresher, younger looking, and more attractive skin. This treatment takes just a few minutes and is relatively pain-free. Immediately following the treatment, lesions will appear darker and may swell or scab over. In just a few days, they will be reabsorbed by your body. Darker lesions may take a couple of treatments, but lighter ones are usually gone after just one treatment.

Laser Hair Removal

Our office uses state of the art candela lasers to permanently reduce hair from many areas of the body, including legs, arms, bikini, underarms, chest, back, and face. Permanent hair reduction requires more than one treatment, usually with about 25-30% reduction at each treatment. The treatments work best on dark hair because the laser targets the pigment in the hair follicle. These treatments are not very effective on blonde, red, or gray hair. Usually 4-6 treatments are required for each area being treated, with 4-8 weeks in between treatments. Please avoid sun exposure for 1-2 weeks before treatment for best results. Also do not wax or pluck area to be treated at least two weeks before treatment for optimal results. It is fine to shave or trim the area. You may shave up until the day before having a laser treatment.