Pulse Dye Laser - Acne Treatments
(Available In Kelowna & Penticton)

Acne Vulgaris People of all ages get pimples and zits. Most suffer from the milder form of acne called non-inflammatory acne and experience only occasional blemishes. Others, however, suffer from more serious inflammatory acne characterized by its lesions and redness. Pulse dye laser technology is suited for the treatment of both types of acne because it provides for the selective elimination of the small blood vessels that cause redness and swelling. Advantages to Pulse Dye Laser - Pulse dye laser treatments cost less money than does the daily application of creams and lotions. - Unlike drugs, pulse dye laser treatments are non-systemic. Pulse dye laser treatment gently targets and reduces the redness associated with inflammatory acne. It will not aggravate an existing condition, however, if the underlying causes of your acne condition change, your acne could worsen independent of the laser treatment.

Examples of Acne Vulgaris Treatment

With the pulse dye laser, results are seen within three to four weeks. Typically, one to two treatments, lasting 15 to 20 minutes are recommended. Most patients describe the treatment as a series of rubber band snaps to the skin. Your physician can reduce or eliminate this discomfort with a topical anesthetic. Psoriasis Advanced pulse dye laser technology, long used to successfully treat a wide variety of skin lesions in adults and children, now is proving to be a remarkably powerful weapon in the battle against psoriasis. It selectively eliminates the small blood vessels that support the growth of the psoriatic plaque, significantly improving skin's texture, appearance and health. Initial clinical studies demonstrated that 73% of patients experienced more than 70% clearance of the psoriatic plaques. The treatment involves two simple steps: Step one - One week prior to being treated, you will be instructed to apply a prescribed lotion once a day. Step two - On treatment day, a special fluid that enhances receptivity will be applied before the area is treated by the physician or medical assistant.

Examples of Psoriasis Treatment

Results are seen within three to four weeks. Five to six treatments one month apart are usually required. Facial Rejuvenation Photo-damage is the name physician's use for the evidence of chronic exposure to the sun's ultraviolet light. The most obvious signs of photo-damage are coarsening of skin texture, wrinkling, irregular pigmentation, and enlarged blood vessels and pores.

Examples of Facial Rejuvenation

Facial skin rejuvenation is the improvement of sun-damaged skin through the use of pulse dye laser technology. It removes enlarged blood vessels and irregular pigmentation, and stimulates underlying collagen. The laser also eliminates red and brown blemishes, reduces minor wrinkles and pores' size and generally tightens your skin's collagen. Typically, several 20-minute treatments are required with results apparent after the first few treatments. Your skin may redden slightly, but you will be free to return to your normal activities immediately with only minimal precautions.

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