Showing posts with label Rejuvenation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rejuvenation. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Skin Care Treatments - Fotofacial Skin Rejuvenation

Seeking to remove dark marks, age spots, scars, freckles, and other unwanted marks on the skin can be as simple as visiting a dermatologist and discussing what options will work best for the skin type in question, as well as the condition. There are a number of treatment options for those who wish to alter the appearance of their skin.

Dermatologists are using FotoFacial light technology to alter the appearance of skin on various parts of the body. The face and upper chest area are most often treated to remove all sorts of dark spots on the skin. Ipl FotoFacial therapy involves the use of intense light to lighten the skin gradually where there may be unwanted imperfections. The treatment generally must be repeated a few times to achieve the desired results. The treatment is highly effective however and many are seeking out ways to alter the appearance of their skin without surgery or topical creams. The treatment involves minimally invasive therapy for skin which has been ravaged by life, whether the skin damage be related to the sun or other elements. Likewise, certain hereditary traits, such as a tendency to develop dark sun spots, age spots and freckles are also removable with the light.

It is important to explore any benefits and risks associated with a treatment so that patients are fully informed of the treatment they are seeking out. In this way, ipl FotoFacial treatments can be even more rewarding if they are approached with eyes wide open. There are some risks associated with the treatment, and the skin is affected differently for each person of course. These risks ought to be discussed with a professional dermatologist who can answer any questions associated with the treatment option. Furthermore, the treatment is gradual in nature and so one minor inconvenience associated with it is having repeat treatments. However, this may also be viewed as an advantage since there is less of healing period involved and most patients enjoy the minimally invasive techniques. No surgery or incisions are required for the procedure to gradually work.

Patients may also notice an alteration in the severity of wrinkles or fine lines since FotoFacial therapy encourages the development of newer collagen and helps the skin to shed older skin layers of the epidermis. Thus the treatments can effectively treat various types of skin disorders and this can be discussed with a dermatologist. Understanding whether the treatment will alter the appearance of a certain imperfection that a patient may wish to have removed is an important step toward finding the right solution. Overall, FotoFacial treatments are an excellent way to alter the skin's appearance while improving its overall texture and radiance. The light helps to improve its tone, its coloration, and its overall evenness. This tends to be exactly what patients are looking for in a treatment procedure meant to improve the appearance of the skin. By asking plenty of questions and understanding what is involved, patients guarantee an even more satisfactory treatment experience.

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Monday, April 5, 2010

The Best Available Photo Rejuvenation Technology and Laser Skin Rejuvenation

The LimeLight is a fantastic system for photo rejuvenation. Photo rejuvenation is an effective procedure in treating any red and brown discolorations in the skin. Red discolorations may take the form of rosacea/diffused redness and facial telangiectasia. Brown discolorations include sun spots, age spots, hyperpigmentation, and melasma. These types of skin conditions are often brought upon by sun exposure or sun damage, trauma to the skin, excessive heat or cold, genetics, aging etc. Photo rejuvenation also helps to prevent aging by stimulating the skin to rejuvenate and regenerate itself leaving the skin vibrant and smooth.

A 1064nm laser (Nd Yag) is used to rejuvenate and regenerate the skin at the micro-vascular level. It is a non-ablative procedure for treating enlarged pores, scarring (improving texture and tone), fine lines, and diffused redness. Laser genesis is considered the most important discovery in skin rejuvenation since photo rejuvenation. Unlike photo rejuvenation, laser genesis builds heat in the dermal papillary layer of the skin. This heat then stimulates the collagen and elastin to re-model and re-build, evening out the skin tone and smoothing out the skin. It is important to mention that not all Nd Yag laser systems are equal. One of the only true Nd Yag systems for skin rejuvenation available is the Laser Genesis system which is specifically designed and approved for laser skin rejuvenation. Both of these procedures are very useful and very accurate in the process of rejuvenating your health, age and beauty through the use of cosmetic surgery, or laser surgery.

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Sunday, April 4, 2010

Facial Refreshers - Options for Skin Rejuvenation and Resurfacing

Have you lost the charm on your face? Does your skin look dull and unattractive? Do not worry because plastic surgery has a solution for it. Microdermabrasion and laser skin resurfacing are two different facial techniques that can often be performed in the comfort and convenience of a local spa by a trained beautician. You can easily drive yourself to appointments and the recovery period is significantly shorter and less painful. If drugstore potions aren't doing the trick, either microdermabrasion or laser skin resurfacing could be your solution.

A popular spa treatment for facial blemishes, mild sun damage, acne, and minor age spots is microdermabrasion. The process involves massaging the skin with a wand-like instrument which contains a pad of organic particles and zinc oxide, similar to the consistency of fine sandpaper. The rough surface removes the topmost layer of skin through abrasion. By removing this layer, superficial skin problems will disappear with it. The microdermabrasion process reveals the new, fresh skin cells beneath, allowing facial products to penetrate more easily and will ultimately work more effectively.

Recovery from microdermabrasion is simple. Depending on how sensitive your skin is, it may remain red and tender for a few hours afterwards, but this will completely dissipate by the next morning and can easily be covered by makeup. Microdermabrasion is most effective when you receive repeated treatments. If getting to a spa regularly is difficult, there are also machines and abrasive creams available for use in home.

For a more intense facial treatment, laser skin resurfacing treats a wider range of problems from scars and spider veins to wrinkles and severe acne. There are different kinds of lasers used in the process depending on what problem and area is being treated, but in general they all work the same. Beams of light pulsate across the skin surface, removing the damaged layers of skin. Just like microdermabrasion, the new layer of skin will be revealed. It is also a fairly quick "lunchtime" procedure. Sessions last between thirty minutes to two hours and patients are usually able to care for themselves adequately during the recovery period.

Laser skin resurfacing does involve a recovery process which may keep you out of work for a while. Your face will have to be dressed for a few days and then Vaseline will be applied over the area for up to twenty days, protecting the new skin cells. Skin can remain red and raw looking for two to six months afterwards, and as with many skin rejuvenation treatments, repeated visits provide the best results. During the healing process, your skin might begin to peel and will feel dry, similar to the effects of a sunburn.

If you weren't born with the perfect skin and are looking to get rid your complexion damage by blemishes and sun, microdermabrasion and laser skin resurfacing are two cosmetic treatments that can help. With repeated visits and a solid home skincare regime, you can achieve a healthy glow that otherwise wouldn't be possible with face wash and creams alone.

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Thursday, March 25, 2010

Skin Rejuvenation Options - Laser Resurfacing and Microdermabrasion

Want to rejuvenate your skin and banish blemishes but are afraid of going under the knife? Today there is a variety of new alternatives to invasive cosmetic surgery. With great results and no incisions necessary, facial treatments like laser skin resurfacing and microdermabrasion are gaining popularity among men and women.

Laser Skin Resurfacing -

Laser resurfacing can treat a huge array of problems ... removing unsightly scars, spider veins, wrinkles, discoloration, and acne.

The type of laser used will depend on the particular treatment sought, but the basic process uses beams of light to remove the outer dermal. A new, undamaged and blemish-free complexion will be revealed.

Sessions can last anywhere from thirty minutes to two hours, depending on the size of the treatment area and extent of the damage being treated. Most patients will have to make repeat visits for optimal results. It is most often used on the face, but also works well on other common problem areas of the body like the thighs.

Although highly effective and able to treat a wide variety of problems, the recovery period for laser skin resurfacing can be a nuisance. The treated areas will be dressed for a few days and once removed, the area will have to be protected with Vaseline until fully healed ten to twenty days later. Even after twenty days, skin might remain red for anywhere from two to six months afterwards, especially for fair individuals.

Fortunately, the pain level is minimal, usually equivalent to that of mild sunburn with some dryness and peeling. If you're looking for a milder treatment with less downtime, you might consider microdermabrasion.

Microdermabrasion -

During a microdermabrasion treatment an instrument that resembles a wand is massaged over the area, using any one of a variety of materials including zinc oxide or organic particles. The topmost dermal layer is abraded off.

What results is the removal of fine lines, blemishes, mild sun damage, acne, and some discoloration. Afterwards you're left with a new, undamaged layer of skin that can be penetrated more easily by topical moisturizers and creams. Initially the area may be irritable or red, but this usually disappears a few hours afterwards.

Microdermabrasion works best when used fairly regularly. By receiving repeated treatments, deeper dermal flaws might eventually be removed or diminished, and it will promote the process of new cell growth, giving skin a refreshed appearance.

There are also machines and creams that are available for home use. These are effective to some extent, but as you would expect, they are not nearly as powerful as the equipment available in a cosmetic surgeon's office.

Most people aren't born with a flawless complexion, and the effects of time and harmful elements can mark your skin with permanent blemishes. A good skincare regime is paramount in maintaining a healthy glow, but for those imperfections you can't reach with topical lotions and creams, laser resurfacing or microdermabrasion are both winning options.

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