IPL Photo-Rejuvenation (Photo-Facial)

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IPL Photo-Rejuvenation (Photo-Facial)
Lorrie Klein, M.D


For Sun Damage, Skin Discoloration & Improvement of Skin Texture

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology, also known as a Photo-Facial, can successfully treat:

Brown spots (age spots, liver spots) and pigmentation
Photo-Aging (rough texture, red and brown discolorations)
Face veins (telangiectasias)
Redness and brown mottled pigmentation on the face, neck, chest, arms and hands
Rosacea
Actinic keratoses (pre-cancers) and warts
IPL will also improve skin tone and texture, resulting in more vibrant, radiant skin.

Photo-rejuvenation using IPL is a non-invasive treatment that can treat skin damage without disruption of the skinÌs surface, hence, Ïno down time.Ó Several treatments (four to six) are usually necessary and are typically performed 3-4 weeks apart.

IPL is like a laser, but it works with multiple wavelengths instead of just one, which is how lasers work.Lum 1 is the most powerful, state-of-the-art, advanced IPL technology available. Because of this advanced technology, better results and fewer treatments are expected than with other IPL devices.

More aggressive IPL treatments at higher power levels are available that produce results sooner (2-4 treatments) but may produce some temporary crusting and/or bruising of the skin. Microdermabrasion can be performed just prior to your treatment to enhance your results. Levulan Boost may also be recommended for maximized results with fewer treatments. This requires the application of Levulan before your treatment, a potent photo-sensitizer. Blue Light with Levulan can also be combined with IPL treatments for even better results. Depending on your lifestyle (and social calendar), some or all of these treatments may be used.

Other treatments can also be scheduled between IPL sessions. To maximally reduce redness, rosacea and face veins, V-Beam laser alternating with IPL may be recommended. For enhanced facial rejuvenation and wrinkle smoothing, CoolTouch laser is recommended between IPL treatments. IPL alternating with SmoothBeam laser sessions can reduce redness and scarring, and clear acne. Microdermabrasion can also be scheduled between IPL visits for faster removal of brown pigmentation. Typically these treatments alternate with IPL visits every 2 weeks. IPL Photo-rejuvenation enhances overall cosmetic improvement when used with Botox, Restylane and Perlane, Sculptra, Aptos Thread Lift and other cosmetic procedures.

Treatments are well tolerated and usually do not require an anesthetic. You will feel some stinging, like the snapping of a rubber band, and some burning, like a sunburn. Treatments take 20 minutes or less. ...