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Lege Artis - Vbeam Photorejuvenation |
VbeamOur clients receive the benefits of the laser system considered world-wide as the "Gold Standard" for the treatment of a wide variety of vascular skin conditions. A wide variety of problems can be addressed, including:
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FAQ What is a Pulsed Dye Laser?
Pulsed Dye Lasers deliver an intense but
gentle burst of light into selectively targeted
areas of the skin. The light is absorbed by
specific blood vessels or melanin pigmented areas in the dermis depending on the condition being treated. Factors such as the age, color and type of lesions, as well as the location on the body, all determine whether lesions can be removed. What is the procedure for being
treated with a Pulse Dye Laser?
Your practitioner will ensure you are as
comfortable as possible; most clients are
lying down depending on the
area being treated. Both the client and the practitioner will be wearing protective eyewear. When treatment begins, the laser will be calibrated and parameters will be set based on the specific condition being treated, each condition and each individual is unique and these settings maximize the results you will see following treatment. Are there any requirements for treatment – how do I know if I qualify
for treatment?
The only requirement is that you have a desire
to improve the condition of your skin. Most
clients who receive cosmetic laser treatment
opt for procedures to correct skin conditions
not out of medical necessity, but because they are interested in improving the appearance of their skin without invasive surgery that would cause downtime away from daily activities. From total facial rejuvenation which involves the reduction and removal of red and brown pigmented lesions with a general firming of the skin, to the removal of sun-spot damage, clients should discuss with their practitioner which treatments are right for them. Does it hurt?
No anesthetics are required, but they may
be used. The feeling most patients report is
a warming or tingling sensation during treatment.
The skin being treated is additionally
protected by Candela’s dynamic cooling
method, DCD, which delivers a cooling
mist on to the skin before the laser pulse is emitted. This cooling mist increases comfort during treatment, as well as protects the skin to minimize side effects like redness. Is PDL Treatment safe?
Yes. In fact, treatment is so safe that it has
been successfully used since the 1980’s for the
treatment of port wine stain birthmarks in infants
and young children. During treatment, the
epidermis is protected by Candela’s exclusive
dynamic cooling method, DCD, which sprays
a cooling mist onto the targeted area of skin
before each laser pulse, maximizing comfort and protecting the skin during treatment. Are the results of Pulse Dye Laser
Treatment Permanent?
Permanency of results depend on many
factors, like the condition being treated, or
lifestyle of the client. For example, if a
client has sun spots removed, and continues to spend time in the sun without adequate skin protection, it is likely that the sun spots will return. Talk with your practitioner about your goals and expectations for treatment. How soon will I see results of my
treatment?
Most clients notice beneficial results
right away, and often times feel a firming or
tightening of the treated area. The results of
laser therapy vary depending on the condition that is being treated and the number of treatments required for clearance. Due to the nature of the human body it may take several treatments for improvement. For vessels, they may need to be shrunk over a number of treatments. And wrinkle treatments are a result of the laser stimulating the body to produce or reorganize collagen. What are the Side Effects of
Treatment?
Some clients experience redness or mild
swelling in the treated area immediately
following treatment, this usually goes away
in a few hours. Occasionally purpura, a laser bruise, may occur. Purpura is a reaction caused by laser energy entering a blood vessel in a rapid fashion thereby rupturing the vessel allowing blood to escape creating the bruise. Purpura is transient and usually disappears in three to five days. Are there any special precautions
I need to take before or after
treatment? It is recommended to avoid sun exposure for at least two weeks before and throughout treatment to maximize results. A sunblock of SPF 30 or higher should be worn daily during this time. Clients should avoid exercise the day of treatment and for 5 days after the treatment of leg veins. Also to be avoided are excessively hot baths and showers, steam rooms or saunas. Medications or herbal supplements such as ibuprofen (advil), aspirin, vitamin E, fish oils thin the blood which can result in purpura. Retinoids should also be seased 3-5 days prior to laser treatment as they can create excessive redness. Clients who took Accutane should wait at least 6 months prior to laser treatments. Post treatment care guidelines depend on the condition treated, and should be discussed with you practitioner. How frequent are my treatments?
The frequency of the treatments will depend on the problem treated. In general, pigmented or vascular tereatments are scheduled every 4 to 6 weeks apart. Acne scars can be treated every 3 weeks.
Can I have a laser treatment and another treatment on the same day?
It is advisable that your laser treatments be performed separately from other treatments, such as microdermabrasion or chemical peels. Also, if the same area has different problems (such as pigmented spot and redness or rosacea at the same time), those problems should be addressed individually and on separated days - 1-2 weeks apart.
Is Pulse Dye Laser Treatment
covered by insurance?
Most insurance companies do not offer
reimbursement for cosmetic and aesthetic
procedures. Please consult your insurance
carrier for more details.
How much does Pulse Dye Laser
Treatment Cost?
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