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FOTOFACIAL SKIN REJUVENATION
NannoLight Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) System
What is Intense Pulsed Light?
Intense pulsed light , also known as IPL, photo-facial, fotofacial, and photo rejuvenation, is a proven skin therapy that is based on emitting high intensity pulses of light (not lasers) to improve the look and feel of your skin.
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Am I a good candidate for IPL?
You are a good candidate for treatment if you have:
- Unwanted brown spots of the face or body
- Unwanted Body Hair (eg face, armpits, bikini line etc)
- Fine line and wrinkles
- Unwanted red spots and broken vessels of face or body
- Age spots, sun spots or "liver" spots of the face, body or hands
- Active acne
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How Does it Work?
The NannoLight IPL can safely and effectively destroy the unwanted pigmentation of the skin. With IPL fotofacial rejuvenation the light pulses are directed at the blood vessels, age spots, freckles, flat pigmented birthmarks and other types of discolorations.
Additionally it has been found that the treatments stimulate new collagen growth in the skin creating a tighter, more youthful look! Pore size and the activity of skin oil glands can also be improved with repeated treatments.
How is the IPL Photo rejuvenation different from CO2 or Erbium Laser Resurfacing?
IPL photo rejuvenation is a noninvasive, safe method to improve the look and feel of the skin without undergoing the pain and downtime associated with deep laser resurfacing.
What should I expect during my IPL treatment?
During the fotofacial procedure you will wear protective eyewear. Because the handpiece tip is chilled, an anesthetic is not needed and the procedure is VIRTUALLY PAIN FREE! An intense pulse of light is flashed through the prism where it is directed at the treatment area. This initial treatment may not be as aggressive as your following treatments so as not to possibly damage the skin and to determine your skin's tolerance for further fotofacial treatments. Fotofacial treatments are usually performed every 3-4 weeks.
What to expect after the procedure:
Since there is no real "downtime" you may resume your normal activities after an IPL treatment. However you must protect your treatment area from UV light, be it natural sunlight or tanning beds. You may be slightly pink or red directly after your treatment as well as have mild swelling. This should subside in a few days and if not you should inform your doctor.
What risks & complications are associated with IPL therapy?
Although rare, blistering or scabbing is possible as is hypo- or hyper-pigmentation (lightened or darkened areas of skin). If pigmentation problems occur, it may be anywhere from 3-12 months before normal skin tone returns. This is especially so with hypo-pigmentation (lack of color). Be aware that some patients may experience permanent skin pigmentation changes. Scarring is possible although it too is a rare occurrence.
Can't I just use topical agents to reduce wrinkles & improve my skin?
Topical agents such as wrinkle creams or moisturizers help give the top layer of skin the vitamins and nutrients that can help this layer look younger and healthier. Some creams also work as exfoliants, meaning they rub off thin layers of dead or damaged skin. However,over-the-counter creams do not penetrate to the depth of the IPL treatment so cannot offer the benefits of IPL.
Schedule your COMPLIMENTARY cosmetic consultation at Mausner Plastic Surgery Center today by calling 301-564-4466 and discover how this treatment can benefit you!
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