What
is PhotoFacial™?”
PhotoFacial™ is a series of treatments intended
to improve the appearance of
sun-damaged or aged skin. It can also reduce redness
and flushing, such as seen in a skin condition known
as rosacea.
“How does
PhotoFacial™ work ?”
An intense non-laser light is emitted in a series of
gentle pulses over areas of the skin that are affected.
Treatments are performed at three-week intervals for
a total of five PhotoFacial™ procedures. PhotoFacial™
can be done without the use of a topical anesthetic.
However, patients with a low pain threshold can elect
to apply topical anesthesia prior to PhotoFacial™.
“How much
improvement can be expected ?”
Early clinical experience has shown dramatic improvement--on
average, 90%-- in skin color and texture of the face,
neck, chest, extremities, and back. Mild acne scars
can be diminished, and large pores and fine line can
be reduced. Most significantly, patients report no “downtime”
in their daily schedule. Women are delighted to be able
to wear less or no make-up at all following completion
of the series of treatments.
“Can similar
results be accomplished with chemical peels, laser resurfacing,
microdermabrasion, or a facelift?”
NO. Chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing
and conventional facelifts accomplish results very different
from those derived in PhotoFacial™. PhotoFacial™
can be used alone or in conjunction with other established
cosmetic procedures.
“How long
do the results last ?”
Because the effects of repeated sun exposure, aging,
and lifestyle choices are cumulative and variable, different
patients will experience varying degrees of durability
of their overall response to PhotoFacial™. PhotoFacial™
touchup treatments can be done safely and effectively
as needed.
“What are
the side effects ?”
Few patients have reported slight skin blistering, swelling,
redness, hyperpigmentation, scabbing, and flaking of
the skin. There have been no reports of scarring, or
worsening of the skin condition treated with PhotoFacial™.
Please call us to schedule a no-charge consultation
to discuss your particular needs and find out if you
are a candidate for this exclusive treatment. |