What is a PhotoFacial treatment? - Photo Facial Treatment

What is a PhotoFacial treatment?

A PhotoFacial treatment is a series of gentle pulsed light treatments intended to improve the appearance of fine lines, sun damage, and aged skin, as well as reduce facial and neck redness and flushing. PhotoFacial treatments result in a more youthful-appearing skin. This is accomplished with no down time.

What are the causes of red faces?
The more common causes are Rosacea (a condition in up to 13 million people), sun exposure, alcohol, medications, stress, emotional causes, time and aging of the skin, repeated blushing or flushing of the skin, and is seen most commonly in fair skinned individuals of northern European descent.

How does the treatment work?
An intense light is emitted in a series of gentle pulses over the entire face at intervals of approximately three weeks for a series of five treatments. This special light, which is different than laser treatments, emits many different wavelengths allowing the light to penetrate to all the levels of the skin where abnormally easily dilated vessels can be found.

How much improvement will I see?
Typically 75-95%, on average 90% improvement is seen in most patients.

Will I need additional treatments?
After your initial series of 5 treatments it is beneficial to require one follow-up treatment yearly. We will educate you in ways of caring for your skin to help diminish the likelihood of future treatments.

Are there any side effects?
Yes. Most side effects are mild and of short duration. These can consist of short-term discomfort during the actual treatment. There is usually additional redness immediately following treatment, lasting less than 24 hours in most people. On rare occasions it may last up to three days.

How long does each treatment last?
Each treatment lasts approximately thirty to forty-five minutes. Prior to your appointment, all make-up or creams must be removed.

Men will be asked to shave on the day of treatment, prior to their arrival at the office. Eye shields/goggles will be applied to protect the eyes. A soothing gel will be placed on the skin prior to treatment, which will help reduce discomfort.

Can I accomplish this result with laser resurfacing?
No. Laser resurfacing may help fine lines and pigmentation, but it does not affect or remove blood vessels or flushing. In fact, it can worsen this condition. It further leaves you unsightly and usually requires time away from work and your usual everyday activities. Downtime is at least two weeks and up to a few months of redness in the treated areas can occur. Laser resurfacing continuously has a valuable place in the treatment of certain conditions of the face, but it is not a substitute for PhotoFacial.

What are the advantages of PhotoFacial?
You can have glowing, smooth, blush-free skin with finer lines and more youthful looking ...