Laser Treatments
Looking for Cosmetic Laser Surgery? Visit our Skin Rejuvenation section here for details.
Laser Hair Removal
Melanin pigment within the hair follicle is the target of the laser beam. The marked melanin is only readily available during a portion of the hair growth cycle. At any one time only a percentage of the hairs are in the vulnerable portion of the cycle. Therefore, to effectively reach all the hairs in any area, it will most likely take more than one treatment. The target of the laser beam is melanin which exists in the skin, more so in those of darker skin color or those who have recently tanned. Newer generation lasers have been designed to safely bypass this skin melanin and to safely and effectively treat patients of all skin types.
Is hair loss permanent?
Some current research is suggesting that in properly selected and treated patients, the hair loss may be permanent. However, long-term studies are pending. Until permanent hair loss can be proven scientifically, the FDA has limited companies to declaring that lasers can achieve "permanent hair reduction."
As laser technology continues to improve it is becoming increasing clear that laser hair removal is rapidly becoming the best option for permanent reduction. When you consider that the path to permanency requires only a few treatments instead of years the benefits become obvious. To determine if you are proper candidate or to answer more questions about laser hair removal please give us a call.
Depending upon the size and the number of areas being treated, a single laser hair removal session can take anywhere from several minutes to several hours to complete. Though a topical anesthetic may be used for those who are very sensitive to pain, anesthesia is not required in most cases.
There is generally very little downtime associated with laser hair removal and most patients can return to their normal activities right away. Some temporary swelling or reddening may occur which usually clears up within a few days. Sun exposure will need to be limited for a period of time. Patients with dark or tanned skin may not respond well to treatment and may have an increased risk of damage to the skin. Otherwise, there are few complications associated with the procedure.
MiXto SX Co2 Fractional Revolution
Mixto SX delivers in Fractional mode a precise matrix of microspots that penetrate to the dermis and stimulate the formation of new collagen. At the same time, immediate shrinkage of damaged tissue is achieved.
The remarkable results the Mixto SX Fractional technique makes the healing process much quicker and enables patients to get back to their normal life style sooner.
Aesthera Photoneumatics Laser Treatment
Photopneumatics is a painless treatment for acne, skin rejuvenation, pigmented lesions, vascular lesions, sun damaged skin, and hair reduction. All with deep pore purification.
PPx therapy’s patented process combines the unique properties of therapeutic light with pressure (pneumatic energy) to bring you a breakthrough method for the treatment of unwanted hair, uneven pigment and unwanted veins.
A “pulling up” motion gently lifts a small amount of the treatment area into a specially designed hygienic treatment tip. Targets (unwanted hair, unwanted pigments and unsightly veins) are lifted and brought closer to the skin’s surface. When therapeutic light is applied, the light is converted to a gentle heat energy which is absorbed by the target (unwanted hair, unwanted pigments and unsightly veins). The energy applied is concentrated in the target to be destroyed, protecting the surrounding normal tissue. Skin is then instantly returned to its normal position and the treatment handpiece is moved onto the next treatment area. The process is repeated until the entire treatment area is covered.
Before the Treatment:
Before treatment begins, your physician will apply a soothing mist to your skin, to hydrate it.
During Treatment:
Your treatment provider will place the Aesthera handpiece on the area to be treated. Based on your skin type (the amount of melanin in your skin) and the body part being treated, appropriate settings will be selected.
You will feel a gentle and warm sensation as your skin is drawn into the treatment tip. In less than a second, mild light energy will be applied and you will feel your skin being gently released back into normal position. Your treatment provider will then move on to the next treatment area, and repeat the process over the entire treatment area.
Photopneumatic therapy is very fast. Below is a comparison of typical treatment durations for commonly requested treatments.
| Body Part |
PPx Therapy Treatment Time (mins) |
| Skin Rejuvenation - Face |
4 |
| Skin Rejuvenation - Chest |
3 |
| Hair Removal - Bikini |
5 |
| Hair Removal - Under Arm |
3 |
| Hair Removal - Legs |
15 |
| Hair Removal - Back |
10 |
Post Treatment:
There are no post-treatment regimens associated with PPx Therapy. So once your treatment is done, you are free to resume your normal activities.
Before & After Photo
