BBL PhotoRejuvenation
The Profile BBL Broadband light brings a new approach to photorejuvenation.
What is profile BBL broadband light?
BBL broadband light's innovative technology sets new standards for the treatment of skin conditions associated with aging, active life-styles and sun damage. BBL broadband light energy allows your physician to precisely treat fine wrinkles, age & sun spots, small facial veins and several other skin blemishes. Your treatment will be tailored to match your skin's condition and your desired results.
What will BBL treatment do?
BBL technology utilizes the power of pulsed light to deliver excellent results in photorejuvenation therapy. By selecting the appropriate wavelength or filter, your physician will be able to treat a broad range of skin conditions caused by skin aging and sun exposure. Your skin will be smoother, more vibrant and it will have a more youthful appearance as a result.
What conditions can be treated with BBL?
- Fine wrinkles
- Age spots
- Small facial veins (telangiectasia)
- Rosacea
- Redness and flushing
- Solar lentigins (freckles)
- Cafe'Au Lait maculae
- Brown wine stains
- Red spots (hemangiomas)
- Enlarged pores
- Poikiloderma
- Burn Erythema
- Hyperpigmentation
How does BBL works?
The light energy delivered by the BBL will gently heat up the upper layers of your skin. The heat absorbed by the targeted area will stimulate your skin cells to generate new collagen. This will help restore your skin to its natural beauty, blending its natural colors and making it smoother, vibrant and younger looking. In addition the photothermal energy will target and climinate many of the fine vessels that cause redness and the unwanted melanin responsible for pigmented lesions.
What area can be treated?
Any area of your body can be treated. The most common areas are those most exposed to the damaging effects of sun light. The most popular treatment are for the face, neck, back of the hands, chest and shoulders.
How many treatments will I need?
From 2 to 5 treatments, at 2 to 4 weeks interval, will produce the desired results. You may benefit from additional treatment depending on the severity of your condition.
How long will it take to recover?
This is a non-invasive and gentle procedure with virtually no down-time. In most cases you will be able to return to work, apply makeup, and resume most of your activities right away.
What should I expect after the treatment?
You may experience some redness that should resolve within a few hours. For some pigmented lesions you will see a darkening of the treated areas followed by fading and flaking off at a later stage. Your treated skin will feel smoother, fine wrinkles and pores will be less noticeable, and sun spots or uneven pigmentation will fade.
Results depend on your condition, the number of treatment, and the area treated. Your physician will provide you with complete information about the post treatment care and results.
Will it be uncomfortable?
The procedure is gentle, non-invasive, and safe. There should be minimal or no discomfort, however this varies from patient to patient and depends on the depth of the treatment. there is no need for a topical anestesia; however, your physician may choose to use one on more sensitive areas. Your physician will recommended the best options during consultation.
What will happen during the procedure?
Your eyes will be protected with safety shields or glasses. You may briefly feel a rubber band snap or warm sensation as the light is absorbed by the tartgeted areas. Your procedure may take a few minutes to half an hour depending on the size of the area to be treated and the type of the procedure performed. You physician will discuss all of your options with you.
What aftercare do I need?
It is important to follow your physician's instructions. You may be given some skin care products and instructions on how to use them. These will minimize your risk of inflammation or redness and ensure the shortest healing time. You will be sensitive to ultra-violet light and you must avoid direct sun exposure until fully healed. Fully cover your skin or use a good sun screen whenever you go outdoors.
Star Treatment
The Sciton STAR Offers a non-ablative combined approach to firmer skin and photorejuvenation.
What is Sciton STAR treatment?
The Sciton Skin Tightening And Rejuvenation (STAR) treatment is an innovative combination of the BBL Broadband light with the SknTyte Infrared technology to effectively address the full spectrum of skin conditions associated with aging, active lifestyle and skin damage.
How does the STAR treatment work?
The SkinTyte infrared technology addresses skin laxity by deeply heating dermal collagen promoting partial denaturation and contraction of collagen. This initiates the body's natural healing process creating a renewed collagen foundation leading to firmer, tighter skin and a more youthful appearance.
On the other hand, by selecting the appropriate wavelength or filter, the BBL broadband light energy allows your physician to precisely target and eliminate unwanted melanin responsible for pigmented lesions and many of the fine vessels that cause redness. The photothermal energy will also gently heat up the upper layers of your skin thereby stimulating your skin cells to generate new collagen, giving your rejuvenated skin a smoother and more vibrant glow.
What is the treatment like?
The SkinTyte energy is delivered in a sequence of rapid, gentle pulses while cooling and protecting the entire treated surface. Powerful coooling maintains the outer surface of your skin at cool temperature before, during and after each pulseproviding you a comfortable and safe procedure. A series of pulses will be repeated over the treatment area to ensure best results.
The BBL broadband light is also non-invasive and safe with minimal discomfort. You may briefly feel a rubber band snap or warm sensation as the light is absorbed by the targeted areas.
Your eyes will be protected with safety shields and the STAR procedure may take up to half an hour or so depending on the size of the area to be treated.
How many treatment will I need?
A series of 3 to 5 treatments, spaced 4 weeks apart is typical of most patients. Your physician will personalize a STAR treatment plan based on the level of improvement you desire.
How long will it take to recover?
This is a non-invasive and gentle procedure with virtually no downtime. In most cases, you will be able to return to work, apply light makeup, and resume most of your activitites right away.
What should I expect after the treatment?
You may experience some mild redness in the treated area immediately after which should dresolve within the hour. For skin tightening, full results often take up to 4 months as the collagen foundation of the skin is rebuilt and strengthened. You will experience improvement in the skin laxity and reduction in surface irregularity.
For some pigmented lesions you will see a darkening of the treated area followed by fading and flaking off at a later stage. Your treated skin will also feel smoother with fine wrinkles and pores being less noticeable.
What area can be treated?
STAR treatments are safe for all skin types and can be performed on any area of the body where an improvement in your skin's firmness, clarity and texture is desired. Popular areas includ the face, neck, abdomen and hands. You should consult with your physician regarding the treatment options that are best for you.
What after care do I need?
It is important to follow your physician's instructions. You may be given some skin care products and instructions on how to use them. Your skin will be sensitive to ultra-violet light, so you must avoid direct sun exposure until full recovery. Protect your skin with a good sunscreen whenever you go outdoors.
Thermage
Face by Thermage can help smooth and tighten your skin for an overall naturally younger looking appearance without surgery or injections.
What does the procedure feel like?
When the energy is applied, you'll feel a deep, but brief, heating sensation, which is an indication that collagen is reaching effective temperatures for tightening. To protect the surface of your skin, a cooling spray is delivered before during and after each application of energy. You will be asked for feedback on the level of heat sensation experienced during the procedure to help balance your comfort with maximum results.
Is the procedure safe?
Thermage has an excellent safely record. Of course, as with any procedure there's always some risk. Side effects are generally mild and may include redness, swelling, blisters, bumps and rare instances of surface irregularities.
How long will the results last?
The procedure stimulates new natural collagen productio for up to six months following a single treatment. Results can last for years depending on your skin condition and natural aging process.
How long before I can return to my normal activities?
There's no special care needed after the procedure and most patients return to their regulare activities immediately following treatment. Some people may experience mild redness, but it usually disappears quickly.
