subject: The Downlow on Photorejuvenation [print this page] The Downlow on Photorejuvenation The Downlow on Photorejuvenation
The treatment called Photo Rejuvenation is a breakthrough in cosmetic procedures that involves using various non-surgical processes to improve the surface of the skin. Skin texture, fine wrinkles, scars and even discoloration caused by sun, age, chronic pain and freckles can be improved when the photo rejuvenation process is used on a patient. There are both mechanical as well as chemical procedures that are classified as photo rejuvenation including laser, thermal procedures and of course chemical peels.
Lasers deliver energy and have specific applications that are dependent on wavelength, power and even the duration of the pulse. When lasers are used it is applied to the skin for specific skin types and even based on the level of correction that someone is attempting. This means that often more than one laser might be used to achieve the benefits that are being sought.
But there are inherited risk with Laser and often some downtime associated with these type of treatments. Light Therapy is often used to achieve benefits that were often only possible with invasive surgeries such as brow lifts and other similar procedures. Photo rejuvenation is an evolving technology and it's important to note that while it's not a substitute for surgery or other invasive treatments, is can be useful for minor problems. One of the biggest benefits is the no recovery time that patients have from photo rejuvenation versus other procedures.
IPL uses gentle light pulses to erase sunspots and pigmented lesions on the face, hands, chest, arms and legs. This treatment targets only the pigment imperfections, leaving normal skin unaffected. Additional benefits include tighter pore size and smoother texture.
