 LightSheerTM
Diode Laser
Laser Hair Removal
There
is a better solution for removing unwanted hair
You
may be surprised to learn that virtually your entire body
is covered with hair. Because most of this hair is fine and
pale, it usually isn't visible to the naked eye.
But, when darker, coarser hair appears in places which may
make you uncomfortable - like on the face, neck, abdomen,
breasts, legs or underarms in women or on the shoulders, chest
and back in men, it may be time to consider hair removal with
the LightSheer diode laser.
Understanding
hair removal
In
the past, the usual remedies for unwanted hair included plucking,
shaving, waxing or chemical depilatories. Some are painful,
some are messy and all are only temporary.
For long-term hair removal, electrolysis is popular and effective,
but it is a time-consuming procedure, which can be painful
and is useful only in removing hair in small areas. During
electrolysis, an electric current passes through a needle
to destroy each individual hair root. It typically takes months
and numerous regular visits to clear even small areas, like
the upper lip.
Laser hair removal is a more effective solution. The LightSheer
diode laser is a state-of-the-art system specially designed
to remove unwanted hair faster, with less discomfort and more
reliably than other methods.
About
LightSheer laser treatment
A
laser produces a beam of highly concentrated light. The light
emitted by the LightSheer diode laser is well absorbed by
the pigment located in hair follicles. During the procedure,
the laser pulses for a fraction of a second, long enough to
heat up the hair and significantly impede the follicle's ability
to re-grow. This process also treats numerous hair follicles
simultaneously. Therefore, LightSheer is appropriate for treating
even the largest areas of the body both quickly
and effectively.
An
important part of the procedure is the cooling of the skin.
A special contact-cooling hand piece allows your physician
to treat even the most sensitive skin. It protects and cools
the upper layer of the skin before, during and after each
laser pulse while directing the laser energy to the hair root.
What
can you expect?
The
length of a laser treatment may last anywhere from a few minutes
to an hour or more, depending on the size of the area being
treated. It is important to know that the hairs in an active
growth phase (referred to as anagen) are most affected by
the laser. As all hairs are not in this phase at the same
time, more than one treatment will be necessary to achieve
the best result.
The laser treatment itself may cause some discomfort. Most
patients tolerate the procedure well, but because some areas
of the body are more sensitive than others, topical anesthesia
can be an option.
The appearance of the treated area immediately following treatment
will vary from patient to patient depending on the extent
of the procedure and skin type. Side effects, if any, are
minor. They may include redness and swelling around the hair
follicle, which are, in fact, desired clinical results and
indicate that the follicle has responded to the treatment.
Most people return to normal activity right away. We will
be happy to tell you more about your treatment, possible side
effects and what results you can expect during your consultation.
 Intense
Pulsed Light (IPLTM)
What
is Intense Pulsed Light?
Intense
Pulsed Light (IPLTM) technology is
a treatment breakthrough that can correct a variety of benign
skin conditions, such as facial skin imperfections, the signs
of photo-aging, birthmarks, unwanted hair, unsightly small
veins, and other blemishes. It offers a safe, non-invasive
solution that can be tailored to your individual condition
and skin type, providing superior cosmetic results and outstanding
satisfaction, through a new process called photorejuvenation.
How
is Photorejuvenation performed?
A
cold gel is usually applied to the area to be treated, and
you may be given dark glasses to protect your eyes from the
bright light. The smooth glass surface of the IPL hand piece
is gently applied to your skin and pulses of light are applied.
You may feel a slight sting, like the snapping of a small
rubber band. An anesthetic cream may be used, but is seldom
required. Treatment is generally administered in a series
of 4 to 6 sessions that provide excellent long-term results,
minimal adverse effects and high satisfaction. Each treatment
takes about twenty minutes.
Why
are multiple treatments necessary?
Depending
on the number of conditions you are treating,  and
the severity of the individual problem, a series of four to
six treatment sessions may be recommended. You can return
to work the same day and resume all your regular activities.
By dividing the full program into several treatments, the
procedure provides gradual improvement with very low risk
-and, it preserves the wonderful "no down time"
feature that people appreciate so much.
How
do other treatments compare to Photorejuvenation?
While
there are lasers that treat telangiectasia and broken capillaries,
other lasers that treat benign brown pigments and others yet
that are used for resurfacing facial skin, no technology provides
the long-term improvement of complexion and texture of the
IPL TM Skin Treatments using Photorejuvenation program -all
without the slightest interruption in your busy lifestyle.
What
conditions can Photorejuvenation treat?
Imperfections
from Sun Damage and Photo-aging
Facial imperfections or abnormalities can detract from your
well being and appearance, no matter how healthy and young
you feel. IPL technology helps create smoother-looking skin.
After a series of treatments, you can see a significant reduction
of unwanted pigmentation. The same treatment can be used effectively
on the neck, chest, arms and hands.
Benign
Vascular Lesions: Broken Veins and Capillaries
The face has an extensive network of veins and tiny blood
vessels called capillaries. Over time, aging, trauma, sun
exposure, and certain lifestyle factors cause a number of
them to break appearing as red streaks or blotches on the
face. IPL therapy can eliminate damaged veins and capillaries
by removing virtually all traces of these unsightly blemishes.
Redness
Caused by Broken Capillaries
Many people suffer from broken capillaries and diffuse erythema,
that cause them social embarrassment. For both women and men,
IPL can successfully treat dilated blood vessels without injuring
the surrounding healthy skin.
Results
Both
the pleasures and stresses of life, along with the simple
passage of time, tend to cause our skin to appear older. And
the signs of photoaging and sun damage are typically most
visible on a person's face and body. While numerous treatments
from simple creams to major surgeries exist to improve various
facial flaws, skin specialists have always sought dramatic
improvement with low risk and no “down time”.
Additionally, many conventional treatment options can only
address one condition at a time, while they entail a prolonged
recovery time, considerable pain, and potential side effects.
Photo-aging - After 4 IPL treatments
Imagine
reducing the effects of sun damage
Photorejuvenation using IPLTM is a non-invasive treatment
that treats skin damage without disruption of the skin's surface,
hence, no “down time”. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
can simultaneously treat a wide range of facial concerns safely
and effectively, such as broken capillaries, benign brown
pigment, age spots (sun-induced freckles), mottled ,pigmentation
and poikiloderma.
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