Hollywood Dermatology

Laser Treatment

What Is I.P.L.?
I.P.L. is a safe and effective procedure powered by intense pulsed light. With I.P.L., physicians are now able to achieve amazing results for improving facial wrinkles, rosacea, brown spots, dilated veins, unsightly leg veins, and aging skin.

Why Is It Different From Other Laser Treatments?IIntense Pulsed Light therapy can be used to treat a variety of skin conditions. This device has the capability of interchanging the head piece of the laser depending on the skin condition in order to achieve the desired result. It is typically used on the face, neck, and/or chest to treat facial erythema (redness) and flushing, and remedy damage caused by sun overexposure. I.P.L can also help eliminate the redness and flushing of rosacea.

What Can Patients Expect Following Treatment?
You will first see a gradual decrease in redness. The treated skin will feel softer and vary less in tone. Fine lines and wrinkles will also improve, along with fading of pigmentation and age spots and a reduction in pore size. Rosacea sufferers will see a marked reduction in breakouts and in some cases may be able to decrease or discontinue their medication.

Is There Any Down Time?
There is little to no down time following treatment with the Intense Pulsed Light, though redness may be seen for a few hours to a few days. Patients may also experience mild flaking as the skin exfoliates for one to two days, as well. Full recovery is typically five days. Treatment only takes 15 to 30 minutes and isn't painful.

How Many Treatments Are Required?
Results improve with each treatment and improve gradually over time. Most people require about 5 treatments. Those with more complicated conditions may need more.

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