ABLATIVE LASERS & ENERGY BASED DEVICES
Micro needling Radio Frequency
A unique and emerging facial rejuvenation option that uses either a RF machine or dermal puncture with radio frequency to impart micro perforations on the skin. This improves the appearance pigmentations, wrinkles, scars, pores, stretchmarks and uneven skin tone and results in a smoother, firmer and younger looking skin.
How does Fractional Radiofrequency (RF) for skin rejuvenation work?
A specialized portable hand piece with micro-pins is used to penetrate the skin. Radiofrequency then flows through the pins to deliver thermal energy to deeper layers of the skin promoting the body’s natural healing process. It works exclusively in the target areas, emitting energy to minimally ablate the skin and heat it spot by spot without affecting the surrounding areas. These actions stimulate the production of new collagen and generally improve any blemishes or pigmentation and address texture concerns.
Is the treatment painful? Is it safe? How long will the treatment take?
You will feel the heat and the treatment may not be comfortable but not necessarily painful. When requested, a topical anesthesia is applied to ensure safety and comfort throughout the procedure. Fractional Radiofrequency usually takes between 20-45 minutes, depending in the treatment area.
How many treatments I need before I see results and how long will it stay?
Immediate rejuvenation is observed after the treatment and is expected to get better in the next few days. We recommend 3-6 treatments with 4 weeks interval.
Fractional ablative RF
Venus Viva™ MD skin resurfacing treatments work with tiny pins that safely deliver heat (via NanoFractional Radio Frequency) through the skin’s surface. This creates tiny micro-dermal wounds, which the body naturally heals on its own. This process repairs signs of skin damage visible on the surface of the skin. Since the wounds are so small, the treatment is much more comfortable than traditional CO2 lasers, while still producing incredibly visible results.
Your treatment provider may also enhance your treatment plan with the DiamondPolar™ applicator, which works to further diminish lines and wrinkles*. The DiamondPolar™ applicator uses Multi-Polar Radio Frequency and Pulsed Electro Magnetic Fields to produce uniform heat under the skin’s surface. This process helps to naturally increase collagen and elastin fibers, resulting in smoother, firmer skin that looks noticeably more youthful.
SKIN RESURFACING THAT IS SAFE FOR ALL SKIN TONES:
Unlike most other skin resurfacing treatments that are not safe for darker skin tones, Venus Viva™ MD skin resurfacing is safe for all ethnicities, even for darker complexions.
LOW TO NO DOWNTIME
resurfacing treatments. No downtime at all for wrinkle reduction treatments.
QUICK TREATMENTS:
Sessions last only 15-30 minutes.
Fractional Ablative Lasers
Fractional lasers fall into two categories: ablative and nonablative. Where they fall depends on whether or not they affect the stratum corneum (the topmost layer of the epidermis). “Ablative fractional lasers create full-thickness injury in the skin, whereas nonablative fractional lasers leave the stratum corneum intact.
Benefits of Fractional Lasers
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Promote collagen production
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Speed up wound healing
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Minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
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Blur the appearance of scars
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Lighten dark spots and melasma
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Reduce the appearance of photodamage
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Shrink the appearance of pores
After consulting with your physician, you’ll know exactly which products need to be removed from your routine ahead of treatment. As a general rule of thumb, Chang says that patients should discontinue the use of retinoids at least a week before fractional laser treatment. Additionally, she says that some physicians prescribe lightening creams, like hydroquinone, to use prior to treatment to reduce the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. “For ablative fractional laser treatments, like CO2 laser, your physician may have you take antivirals and antibiotics to prevent viral and bacterial infections.
Due to the higher levels of discomfort associated with ablative lasers, physicians often use local injections on top of the topical cream to ensure that it’s as painless as possible. “A cold air may also be applied during treatment to help with pain,” she adds. Still, it’s important to understand that unpleasant sensations can be part of the process.
fractional lasers are much less risky than other lasers thanks to their ability to target sections of skin rather than the entire surface of a treatment area. even still, fractional lasers may cause treatment-related pain, redness, swelling, peeling or flaking, crusting, and hyperpigmentation, even though these side effects are short-lived during the healing process and often dissipate over the days and week following treatment. “Less commonly, treatment may also cause acne-like eruptions, HSV flares, bacterial skin infections, erosions, prolonged redness, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Aftercare takes few days to several weeks. It all comes down to the specific treatment and how sensitive your skin is. To play it safe, she says to use very gentle skincare, avoiding retinoids, chemical peels, harsh soaps, and any other irritating products while your skin is healing. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of sun protection during the healing process. Since your skin is already in a sensitive state, it’s important to protect it at all costs.