Acne is a most common, difficult and unsightly problem of teenagers and adulthood, which usually subsides with time, but in some persist for a longer time and subsides with severe scars(disfigurement) leading to social embarrassment and or psychological problems.
Lasers and other light therapies perfect for acne treatment when conventional method doesn’t work. Just beam of light to make the acne disappear. These acne laser treatments show great promise in treating acne. Patients with severe acne cysts have seen clearing for years when laser therapy was added to their treatment plan.
Intense pulse light (IPL) and Long pulse Nd:YAG are effective in moderate to severe type of acne in combination with topical and systemic treatment; requires multiple sessions and is expensive.
It is safest, effective and has FDA clearance for treatment of acne. It works by releasing yellow, green, red light that is emitted in a series of short pulses which destroys the bacteria and directly targets the overactive sebaceous glands that causes pimples.
The laser light is derived from its capability to penetrate deep into the skin to thermally and selectively destroy overactive sebaceous glands and reduce acne inflammation. It even accelerates the healing process and stimulates collagen remodeling thereby improving acne scars too. Hence, Long pulse is a safe, effective and well tolerated treatment with long term results and no side effects.
Pulsed-dye lasers (PDLs) with low-fluence (low irradiation energy density) have long-term improvements in inflammatory acne and for red acne scars can be seen after PDL treatment. Acne Rosacea responds well to Pulse Dye Laser.
The laser delivers an intense burst of yellow light to the skin; which is specifically absorbed by the blood vessels in the dermis. These blood vessels are coagulated and then reabsorbed by the body during the natural healing process; helps in collagen remodeling and hence scar correction.
The micro-needles are driven directly into the skin at a certain depth, and radiofrequency energy is then released; generating heat throughout the dermis. It results in volumetric heating of over-active sebaceous glands, collagen remodeling, and collagen production; hence it improves acne, erythema associated with acne, pores and acne scars.
Isolaz a painless technology combines vacuum with a broadband light. The laser device cleanses the pores by vacuuming and extracting the debris and excess oil from deep within your pores. Then the light helps destroy acne causing bacteria, as well as reducing facial redness.
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| Avoid direct sunlight for 2-4 weeks after the procedure. Sunscreen is a must. | Do not pick at your skin, as it can cause further skin damage and should be avoided. Allow the natural process of exfoliation to take its course. |
| Apply a cold pack or ice cube to the area to reduce swelling | Use any personal skin care products for 2 weeks after the procedure that cause burning or discomfort. |
| Wash your hands before touching your skin. | Do not let the skin feel dry or tight. Always keep it moisturized |
| Gentle skin moisturizer (oil free) can be used after 5 days of treatment. | Do not smoke for at least 2 weeks post-procedure as smoking significantly delays healing and increases the risk of complications. |
| Avoid makeup for a 5 to 8days. | Don’t hesitate to call for any questions regarding your condition, it is best to call the during regular office hours. |
| Take over-the-counter pain medication when needed | Don’t forget to continue medication prescribed by doctor |
