The Sciton Laser - Get Gorgeous Skin
October 5, 2008 by Candice Lane, M.D.
Filed under Looking Good
There are many lasers to choose from today like Fraxel, Active Fx, Palomar’s Starluxe, CoolTouch, and many others. The Sciton Laser, which has various wavelengths for skin tightening, pore refinement, redness and pigmentation,can be used to combine and overlap treatments, producing superior, unparalleled results.
Now you can have younger looking, healthier feeling skin with a popular new treatment – the Contour™ MicroLaserPeel™.
Does this sound like you?” I’ve always been active. Years ago I was
unaware of the effects of sun and wind on my skin. Although I don’t feel as old as I
sometimes look I’m not ready for surgery or a long recovery process, but I’d love to look as young as I feel!”
The “weekend” skin peel, the MicroLaserPeel, treats skin conditions associated with aging and an active lifestyle. You can see real improvements in just a few days.
What is the MicroLaserPeel? It is an intra-epidermal laser peel that precisely ablates the outermost layers of the skin. The procedure is individually tailored to the nature of the condition to be corrected. Skin conditions such as: wrinkles, scars, acne scars, keratoses, or pigmentary problems have been very successfully treated with a MicroLaserPeel.
Who Should Consider a MicroLaserPeel? If you are looking for more than microdermabrasion or light chemical peels, and have little time for a prolonged healing process, then the MicroLaserPeel was designed for you.
How is the MicroLaserPeel different from Microdermabrasion? Generally, microdermabrasion only removes the stratum corneum (10 microns).The MicroLaserPeel is a partial- to-full epidermal peel (20-50 microns) and is performed with topical anesthetic. Because this procedure ablates deeper into the epidermis, it is the perfect step between microdermabrasion and full skin resurfacing like the well known CO2 laser which requires general anesthesia and causes months of redness, loss of pigment, and sometimes gives a waxy look to the skin. None of these problems are present with the MicroLaserPeel, and it can be performed of the face, neck, chest, and hands unlike the CO2 laser.
How many MicroLaserPeels can be done? Typically, the procedure is repeated 2-4 times, spaced 6-8 weeks apart, but many peels may be done to achieve the desired result.
What can you expect? You will experience smoother, healthier, more vibrant skin, with a significant, immediate change in skin texture and tightness as compared to microdermabrasion.
How long is the healing process? Healing takes 3-4 days. The procedure can be performed on a Thursday or Friday, so you can return to work the following Monday. Symptoms immediately following the procedure resemble a sunburn, with minor peeling on the second day.Redness will begin to fade by the third day, and be easily covered by makeup on the fourth day.
What can MicroLaserPeel do for you? “My skin is softer, smoother and more supple after my MicroLaserPeel.”says R.L., CALIFORNIA. “I love the subtle improvements instead of a radical change,” says C.M., FLORIDA. “My friends have noticed a difference after just one MLP!” remarks D.C., VIRGINIA. “The improvement in the tone and texture of my skin is obvious!” exclaims L.D., TEXAS.
A Sciton Laser is the most advanced and versatile laser technology currently available. One laser can do many different procedures under topical anesthesia. Combining procedures can accelerate improvement and produce fantastic results.
For a better look, we combine a MicroLaserPeel with an intense pulse light treatment called photorejuvenation or photofacial done with broad band light or BBL. This is great for people with brown or red spots who want to get rid of this pigment and get a fantastic finish to their skin. BBL is also a great stand alone treatment for brown spots or redness.
For those with wrinkles we combine the MicroLaserPeel with our advanced Fraxyl technology called Profractional. This is especially effective for lines and wrinkles around the mouth and eyes.
Remember, the skin of your face is like the canvas of a painting. Improve the quality of your skin to accentuate the beauty of your face. You can do it with Sciton laser procedures!















