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What does Laser FACIAL do?
Laser FACIAL is a non-ablative procedure that can
reduce visible facial vessels, diffuse redness,
acne scars, Rosacea, sun damage, and large
pores. It has been FDA cleared to reduce wrinkles
by gently warming the upper dermis, improving
the appearance of your skin. The result is a
healthy looking and vibrant appearance.
The LaserFACIAL difference:
The Laser FACIAL procedure utilizes laser
technology that can safely, discretely and effectively
treat small targets. Unlike many other treatment
methods, LaserFACIAL is a comfortable, nonablative
form of skin therapy. This means you will be
able to see subtle yet consistent results after
each treatment, without unwanted side effects
such as bruising or excessive skin irritation. Your
therapy can be performed in a relaxed,
comfortable manner without the use of general or local
anesthesia, gel or cream.
What areas can be treated?
Unlike many other procedures available today,
with LaserFACIAL skin therapy, your physician
can safely treat all areas. The most common is
facial, neck and chest.
What are facial vessels, telangiectasia, and
diffused redness?
Telangiectasia, or facial vessels, are dilated
capillaries that commonly appear on the surface of
the face and in areas around the nose, cheeks
and above the neckline. Capillaries are tiny blood
vessels that are present throughout the body.
Prolonged sun exposure, aging, trauma and other
factors can cause capillaries to become dilated
and visible. There is also a hereditary factor in
developing facial telangiectasia. LaserFACIAL
therapy will help your appearance by treating
any visible trace of these unsightly veins.
Diffuse redness is a general appearance of facial
redness, such as rosy cheeks. As with facial
telangiectasia, this condition is a result of dilated
capillaries, however the appearance is more of a
general redness rather than discrete well-defined
vessels. The most commonly affected areas are
the nose, forehead and cheeks. Diffuse redness is
often associated with a condition called rosacea
that can be hereditary. LaserFACIAL therapy
will help your appearance by gently treating and
reducing this condition.
What can I expect before the treatment?
There are no complicated pretreatment rituals
with this procedure. Prior to the actual
LaserFACIAL treatment you will be asked to
remove your make-up or moisturizers and, in some
cases, you may be asked to shave the area to be
treated so as not to interfere with the laser
treatment. Your physician will review and assist
with all pretreatment requirements. There are no
numbing creams used in this procedure.
How many treatments do I need?
The treatment results are often very subtle. On
average you may require 4 to 6 treatments in order
to achieve the results you are looking for.
Every patient's conditions and needs vary. Some
conditions may require more treatments. It is
important for the clinical staff to have a clear
understanding of your expectations to make sure
they are realistic with this type of procedure. For
more information about your expected results or
the number of treatments necessary, consult your
physician.
Is the treatment painful?
No, LaserFACIAL is a comfortable, non-ablative,
non-invasive treatment. Unlike other laser
treatments it does not wound the skin's surface
therefore virtually eliminating the need for
complicated post treatment care. Typically
patients describe the treatment as a gentle warming of
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