Photo rejuvenation is a series of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments that improve the appearance of Rosacea, flushing, sun damaged skin, age spots, skin texture, and photo aging. The treatment also improves mild acne scars, and may help to reduce large pores and fine lines on the face. This exciting treatment involves little or no "down time." You can resume normal activities immediately.
The treatment works by having an intense light applied in a series of gentle pulses over the treatment area. Without damaging the skin, the light penetrates through the skin and is absorbed by the abnormally dilated vessels or pigmentation. The heat impairs the vessel or lesion, and the body begins its natural healing process. The lesion will darken before it flakes off or is absorbed by the body. Treatment can be given as frequently as every three weeks.
The amount of treatments you will need varies. For optimal results, a series of 5 treatments are recommended. Some patients see significant improvement in 2 to 3 treatments; others require more. Follow-up treatments may be desired once a year to maintain results.
There is no specific time for treatment. Treatment may vary from 15 to 45 minutes. First, the treated area is cleansed and a cool gel is applied. When the pulse of light is delivered, the sensation of discomfort is minimal. After treatment, the gel is removed, the skin cleansed, and a sun block is applied. A topical anesthesia can be used for maximum comfort during the treatment, and for sensitive skin a cool gel is applied following treatment.
There are very few possible side effects and they are rare. Immediately following treatment, the skin may appear flushed, brown pigmented spots may appear darker, and capillaries may be more visible. In rare instances, temporary swelling and/or blistering can occur. Limiting sun exposure for several weeks before and after treatment will greatly minimize the risk of complications.
Patients have a high degree of satisfaction with their results. Many have seen 70% to 90% improvement. After successive treatments, the skin will feel smoother and appear to have a more even tone.
As many as seventy-million Americans have undesirable redness and/or sun damaged skin. Sun exposure, alcohol, medications, stress, and aging are the most common causes of Rosacea. Rosacea is a common skin condition characterized by redness and flushing skin. Photo rejuvenation treatments control flushing and, in many cases, reduces the need for topical cortisone creams and antibiotics.
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Dave Stringham, the President of LookingYourBest.com writes about plastic surgery in Seattle, Washington and cosmetic surgery procedures like seattle photo rejuvenation, breast augmentation, face lift, browlift, tummy tuck, and liposuction.
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