Intense Pulsed Light and Photo Genesis

What is Intense Pulsed Light?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL™) 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 call 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 handpiece 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™ 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
	Photo-aging
	Photo-aging — After 4 IPL treatments

 

Benign Vascular Lesion: 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.
	Telangiectasia
	Telangiectasia — After 3 IPL treatments

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.
	Broken Capillaries
	Broken Capillaries — After 2 IPL treatments

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.

Imagine reducing the effects of sun damage

Photorejuvenation using PL™ is a non-invasive treatment that treats skin damage without disruption of the skin’s surface, hence, no “down ti me.” 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.

PHOTO GENESIS -
Treatment of Skin Redness, Brown Spots and Sun Damage

The Photo Genesis difference

Comfort. We have created a pulsed light system that is exceptionally effective for treating skin redness (rosacea), brown spots and sun damage at a very comfortable energy level. There is no need to apply topical anesthetic or gel beforehand, and you can realize remarkable results in just one or two treatments.

What areas can be treated?

Virtually any part of your body with uneven skin tone, diffuse redness, or sun and age spots can be safely treated. The face, chest, shoulders and arm are the most popular areas for treatment because they have typically had the most sun exposure. Discrete brown spots, excessively ruddy complexions and skin densely covered with freckles respond well to treatment.

Treatment of Redness, Brown Spots and Sun Damage

What does the treatment do?

The visible light delivered by the Photo Genesis procedure is selectively absorbed by the pigmented spots and red areas on your skin. It’s the heating of the pigmented cells that causes the therapeutic effect.

Will I need to have an anesthetic?

No. Unlike other systems, the Photo Genesis treatment requires no topical anesthetic or gel before treatment. Gel is messy, time consuming, and uncomfortable. Photo Genesis is the next generation in pulsed light treatments.

What do treatments feel like?

When the handpiece is placed on your skin, it will feel cool and comfortable. When the pulse of light is delivered, you may feel a mild, brief pinching sensation.

How long will the treatment take?

The actual treatment will only take a few minutes. And, since there is no need to apply gel or any topical anesthetic, your total appointment time can easily fit within your lunch hour.

How many treatments will I need?

Typically, one or two treatments are sufficient to see dramatic results. Additional treatments may be required for very large or dark spots, densely freckled areas, or excessively sun damaged skin.

What happens after the treatment?

Immediately following the treatment, the spots may start to darken. You may notice a slight reddening of the surrounding skin. This typically subsides within a couple of hours. Over the course of the next one to three weeks, darkened spots will fade and flake off. Your mottled complexion will clear. Consult with your medical professional for completed information on the benefits and risks of treatment.

When will I see results?

Many patients see significant improvement within tow to three weeks of treatment. your complexion will be clearer and younger looking. However, your final result may not be apparent for a month or more.

Will the spots and redness reappear over time?

Over time new spots may appear if there is sufficient sun exposure. These too can be removed. Remember to liberally apply sunscreen when outdoors to minimize sun damage and the appearance of new spots and excessive redness.

Photo Genesis is an innovative way to quickly, safely and conformably imporve your skin’s texture, ton and color on your face, chest, arms, and hands, without gel or topical anesthetics. Signs of sun damage and age spots will usually flake off after one or two treatment, leaving clearer, younger-looking skin

Common Vascular Conditions Patients Want Treated
	Male Treatment Pre-Treatment	43 Days After Last Treatment
	Port Wine Stain Pre-Treatment	5 Weeks After Last Treatment
	Female Cheek Pre-Treatment	5 Weeks After Treatment

Laser Genesis Skin Rejuvenation
	Female Cheek - Pre-Treatmemt	7 Weeks After 6th Treatments
	Female Full Face - Pre-Treatment	After 5 Treatments
	Female Eye - Pre-Treatment	3 Weeks After 3rd Treatment
	Scar - Pre-Treatment	4 ½ Weeks After Last Treatment

Pigmented Lesions
	Solar Lentigines- Pre-Treatmemt	3 Weeks After 6th Treatments
	Solar Lentigines - Pre-Treatment	4 Weeks After 2 Treatments

Condition Patients Want Treated
	Solar Lentigines	Pore Size & Texture
	Rosacea	Poikiloderma
	Erythema	Skin Laxity
	Three Tier Approach to Skin Rejuvenation

Laser Genesis Before and After
	Before	3 Months After 3rdTreatment
	Before	3 Weeks After 3rd Treatment
	Before	7 Weeks After 6th Treatment

Also See:
Portrait® Skin Rejuvenation Proceduure
Dramatically Different. Clinically Proven.
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