Thursday, August 02, 2012
Reduce Unsightly Scars with Laser Therapy
At Healthy Being Wellness Center, we utilize a cold laser therapy with a
special serum that enhances the reduction of unsightly scars and
keloids. Clients seek our laser therapy for scar tissue post plastic
surgery, cancer surgeries, c-sections, hip surgeries and any deep,
internal adhesions that may have developed post surgery. (Common in the
abdominal cavity).
Scarring occurs when wound-healing is disrupted by either too much or
too
little collagen, the skin's essential fibrous protein. Often pink edges
and discoloration is common with scars that can be years old. Keloid
scars are
made of an overabundance of collagen. Keloids spread beyond the initial
wound area and expand over time. Keloids are thick, raised, firm scars
that are a deep reddish-purple. This type of scarring may occur in any
individual.
Scar formation is your body's natural response when healing after an
injury to the skin, and it works differently for each person and in each
location of the body. Factors determining the severity of a scar left
behind after a skin injury include the depth of the injury, the location
of the injury, your age, heredity, sex, and even your ethnicity. Most
important, however, is how your skin responds to the injury, and this is
where laser scar removal comes in.
Laser scar removal is a non-invasive solution that
uses pulses of fractional laser light that triggers a wound-healing process that encourages
healthy new tissue growth, which in turn greatly diminishes the
appearance of the former scar tissue.
What Are the Benefits of Laser Scar Removal?
- Dramatically improves the appearance of scars
- Anesthesia usually not required
- Eliminates risk of infection
- Minimally invasive
- Little or no pain during procedure
- Little to no recovery time
Cosmetic laser treatment aims to deliver skin that is more smooth and
even in tone and texture. To correct the keloid, the lasers function to
first destroy the excess skin cells that cause the thick, raised patch
of the scar. Laser treatment enhances the immunity of the skin cells by stimulating the growth of new,
healthy cells to replace the old ones, which will slough off during or
after treatment. The new cells will be of normal skin pigmentation,
which will correct skin discoloration and even out the skin tone.
Laser scar treatment evens out the skin's surface, reducing the
unpleasant look of acne scars and other scars. Likewise, it rejuvenates
the skin bringing back that youthful and healthy looking glow. All these
benefits can be yours without holding you back from going back to work
and getting back to your daily life.
Benefits of Laser Scar Treatment
Remarkably, scars will have a noticeable decrease in appearance with
even a single laser scar treatment, and the results are permanent. It
reduces the size and appearance of large surgical scars, as well as
disturbing acne scars. The laser scar treatment also treats unwanted
wrinkles, fine lines, and visible sun damage, while improving the tone
of the skin and bringing back that youthful, healthy glow. Because the
penetration is barely visible, you can get back to work and go about
your daily business in as little as 1 to 3 days.
High-intensity, energy-filled laser beams target the blood vessels and
lymphatic system of
the irregular skin and instantly regenerates these cells as the laser
energy enhances circulation to the skin and stimulates collagen
production. The blue laser treatment uses adjustable wavelengths and
pulses to help the abnormal cells of the keloid scar
slough off, and new cell turn-over and collagen production (stimulated
by the laser) begins to work from the inside out to deliver a
smooth, even-toned skin surface.
The skin's regeneration process typically begins two to four days after
treatment. The
rapidity of healing and attainment of desired visible effects depends on
the original skin condition and type of treatment.
Laser Scar Treatment FAQs
How does the Laser Scar Treatment feel during and after the treatment?
An immune boosting serum
may be used during the procedure. We use a cold, blue laser that is
pain-free. Most patients report a relaxing, calm experience while the
laser emits a vibration to the skin creating sometimes a funny
vibrational sensation during the procedure.
Post
procedure, immediate skin tightening and a circulatory sensation are
reported by some patients. Areas that may have been numb, will begin to
have sensation as circulation is enhanced.
How long will the treatment procedure take?
Depending on the area of your skin that needs to be
treated, usually the whole laser scar treatment procedure only takes 30
minutes to an hour. You may get back on your feet after the treatment or
you may choose to rest and relax.
How long is the down time and what are the restrictions after the laser scar treatment?
Some patients return to work the next day after having
their laser scar treatment, while some patients may choose to relax for
the rest of the after their laser scar treatment. Since this is a pain
free treatment - there is no downtime necessary or any restrictions of
exercise, sun exposure etc.
What is the cost of treatment?
FREE Initial Consultation.
Treatments are 30 mins to 60 mins in length. 30 min treatments $50 , 60 min $100
Call to book your appointment today: 727-502-3464.
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