Laser Treatments
Photofacial
Photofacial is a non-abrasive and non-invasive rejuvenation of your skin using the remarkable technology of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). IPL Photofacials can improve the signs of sun damage, rosacea and brown spots on the face, hands and body. It has also been used to reduce the appearance of mild acne scars, dark circles around the eyes and fine lines around the eyes and mouth.
The IPL Photofacial handpiece is gently pressed to the skin and painless pulses of light are emitted. Usually 4-6 treatment sessions lasting about 20 minutes each will provide you with beautiful results.
There is no recuperation time – with an IPL Photofacial you can return to work or resume your normal activities on the same day. You will notice a gradual, natural-looking improvement in your skin with time. IPL is a safe solution tailor-made to your skin type and condition.
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MicroLaser Peel
The MicroLaserPeel by Sciton® removes the outermost skin layers to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scars and acne scars, brown spots and uneven pigmentation. MicroLaser peels offer a deeper peel (20-50 microns) than microdermabrasion (10-15 microns) and light chemical peels but a gentler peel than full laser resurfacing
You will notice an immediate improvement in skin texture and tightness after a MicroLaserPeel treatment. The results of each treatment last approximately 6-12 months. You may benefit from a series of treatments rather than just one. Dr. Thompson will work with you to create an individualized treatment plan.
Dr. Thompson will give you a special ointment to protect the newly exposed skin from the air for a few days after the treatment. After the MicroLaserPeel session, your skin will feel tight and look red, as if you have had a sunburn. On the second day, you will likely have some itching and minor sloughing of the skin. Healing should be complete within three or four days, at which time you may resume normal activities and cover the reddened skin with cosmetics if you wish.
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ProFractional™ Laser
Manufactured by Sciton, the ProFractional laser effectively resurfaces the skin and improves the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars and other imperfections through a safe, painless procedure with minimal downtime. Anyone seeking smoother, younger-looking skin on their face, neck, chest or hands may be a candidate for the ProFractional treatment, which is performed in your doctor’s office in less than an hour.
Most patients achieve their desired results after one to five treatment sessions spaced three to six weeks apart. Your treatment plan will be discussed with your doctor prior to the procedure and will vary depending on your individual goals and current skin condition.
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SkinTyte™
SkinTyte™ uses pulsed light technology to heat the deep layers of skin, creating a firmer, more youthful appearance for patients experiencing wrinkles, sagging and other unwanted signs of aging, as well as acne scarring, rosacea and hyperpigmentation.
This treatment can be safely and effectively performed on nearly any area of the body where sagging or laxity has occurred. Patients often seek treatment for their face, neck, abdomen and arms. Your doctor will help decide which areas would be most beneficial for each individual patient.
During the SkinTyte procedure, the device is moved across the skin of the targeted area to heat the collagen deep within the skin, which stimulates production and gradually firms the skin for a renewed and refreshed appearance. The laser used during this procedure does not cause any damage to the surface of the skin.
There is no downtime associated with the SkinTyte procedure, as patients can return to work immediately after their treatment. You may experience mild redness after each session, but this usually subsides within a few minutes. Patients can apply makeup after treatment to conceal any side effects.
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Laser Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing, commonly called a laser peel, removes the outer, damaged layer of skin to reveal a smoother, younger look. Laser resurfacing can reduce the appearance of sun damage, wrinkles, fine lines, uneven pigmentation and superficial scarring, usually on the face. A carbon dioxide (CO2) laser beam of precisely focused light vaporizes the surface skin and reveals the undamaged layer beneath. Procedure time varies depending on the size and condition of the area being treated.
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Laser Hair Removal
Whether for hygienic or cosmetic reasons, women and men who are tired of temporary, often painful methods of removing unwanted hair on the face, back, legs or other body areas may welcome laser hair removal with relief.
Lasers produce highly focused, intense beams of light. Dark pigments in the hair follicles beneath the skin's surface absorb this light and convert it to heat, destroying the follicles and preventing hair growth for up to two years.
Multiple treatments are required for complete hair removal. Treatments are needle-free and do not require anesthesia. Most patients feel nothing more than a slight sting like the snap of a rubber band.
It is possible that some hair will grow back, though it is usually finer and lighter than what was originally removed. There may also be some redness and swelling following the procedure.
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Laser Treatment for Spider, Leg and Facial Veins
Spider and varicose veins are an embarrassing and often painful condition that affects millions of men and women as a result of heredity, pregnancy and hormones. These affected veins appear on the leg as a raised, tangled and unattractive web under the surface of the skin. Women are most often affected by this procedure and as a result may be embarrassed to wear shorts or show their legs.
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