V-Beam Pulsed-Dye Laser for Wrinkles
(Non-Ablative Photo Rejuvenation)
If your skin is showing evidence of age and excessive
sun exposure (such as sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles),
you may be an ideal candidate for this treatment.
The V-Beam laser was designed to rid patients
of benign vascular lesions and can now be used to reduce the
appearance of signs of skin aging on the face, neck and chest.
The laser delivers an intense but gentle burst of yellow light
to the skin. The light is specifically absorbed by the blood
vessels in the dermis. These blood vessels are coagulated,
and the underlying collagen is stimulated. Optimal results
are seen after numerous treatments. As collagen stimulation
is not immediate, best results are seen some months after
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Dr. Amron has also demonstrated on national
television the affects of the V-Beam laser for the treatment
of redness and broken blood vessels due to Rosacea.
Some patients may feel a slight discomfort associated
with the V-Beam laser. This feeling has been described by
patients as the snapping of a rubber band on the skin. This
discomfort is minimized by the cooling device and for some
patient’s, a topical anesthetic may be used prior to
treatment.
Typically 3-4 treatments are required for best
results. To optimize results Dr. Amron often places patients
on a home skin care preparation program one month prior to
starting treatments. It is recommended to avoid sun exposure
before and throughout the course of treatment. A sun block
(SPF30 or above) should be used. You can expect to return
to your usual activities immediately after treatment. Typically,
treatments are a lunchtime procedure.
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laser can treat: |
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Rosacea |
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Facial Veins |
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Leg Veins |
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Scars |
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Psoriasis |
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Wrinkles |
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Red birthmarks such as hemangiomas and port wine stains |
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Angiomas |
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Poikiloderma of Civatte (uneven coloring of the neck) |
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Venous Lakes |
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Stretch marks |
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Warts |
Laser Resurfacing
Los Angeles skin resurfacing procedures cannot produce perfect
skin; rather, the goal is to improve the appearance of the
skin as much as possible. Skin type and color, ethnic background,
and age are important factors that should be discussed prior
to surgery. If you have dark skin or problems such as allergies,
previous burns, a history of poor scars, or radiation exposure,
you may need special evaluation to determine if you are a
candidate for these procedures. If you have had episodes of
cold sores and blisters around the mouth, inform Dr. Amron
of this condition.
Whether you seek laser skin resurfacing, or
a dermabrasion for functional or cosmetic reasons, you choice
of a qualified dermatologic surgeon, such as Dr. Amron is
of paramount importance. Bear in mind that neither laser resurfacing
nor dermabrasion can correct sagging skin or halt the aging
process. Furthermore, you must make a commitment to use sunblock.
The skin is composed of the epidermis and the
dermis. Within the dermis are two layers, both of which are
constructed of collagen, long fibers that loosen and stretch
with age and sun damage. If the deepest layer, the reticular
layer, is damaged, scars result, while the upper layer of
the dermis, the papillary layer, heals from the injuries without
scarring. For skin rejuvenation, Dr. Amron applies one of
several chemicals to the skin. Glycolic acid is the mildest.
TCA, trichloraoacetic acid, can be used in varying strengths
for longer-lasting smoothness.
Dermabrasion is a surgical technique whereby
some deeper scars and wrinkles can be smoothed. Dr.
Amron uses a local anesthetic and/or a freezing agent to
render the skin numb. Then, using a high-speed rotating
brush, he then removes the top layer of skin to the appropriate
level for the best results. The size and depth of scars
and the degree of wrinkling determine the length of the
surgery.
Laser skin resurfacing is used to smooth facial
skin wrinkling caused by excess sun exposure, “crow’s
feet,” and acne scarring. The high energy, amplified
light waves of carbon dioxide (CO2) laser vaporize the top
layer of skin instantly, with no bleeding and minimal trauma
to the surrounding skin. Immediately following laser resurfacing,
chemical peel or dermabrasion, Dr. Amron will apply a dressing
to your skin. Ointments to keep the skin supple will be applied
for seven to ten days following surgery. The redness of skin
that persists after the initial healing phase fades with time.
Dr. Amron often recommends a soft diet, avoidance of extremes
in temperature and any activity that would cause stress to
healing skin.
One to two weeks after surgery, new skin will
emerge that is pinkish, finer and free of many wrinkles. But
it may take weeks for all the redness to vanish. Follow-up
care involves using sun block in order to protect the skin
while new pigment is created. Patients will notice that the
skin remains lighter for a long time after surgery, but that
condition will usually subside when the skin’s pigment
level has been restored.
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candidates for skin resurfacing are: |
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People with wrinkled or sun damaged skin
on the face |
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Brown spots or blotchy skin coloring |
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Fine wrinkles on their upper eyelid |
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Acne or other facial scars |
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Certain skin growths |
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Vertical wrinkles around your mouth |
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Crows feet |
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Superficial facial scars |
Treatments cover a whole area or focus on a
specific region of the skin and are often used in conjunction
with other procedures like a facelift or eyelid surgery. Though
new, laser resurfacing has been shown to produce less bleeding,
bruising or post-procedure discomfort than other resurfacing
methods.
The procedure is relatively quick, and
ranges in length anywhere from a few minutes to 1 ½
hours depending on the area being covered. Patients are given
a local anesthetic and put under sedation. They are awake,
but relaxed. However, for extensive treatment the physician
may prefer to use a general anesthesia, which will allow patients
to sleep through the procedure.
Remove your wrinkles in Beverly hills with laser skin resurfacing.
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