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An exciting new procedure is now available which treats a
combination of aging changes in facial, neck and upper chest
skin. IPL or “Photo Facial” has recently gained
widespread popularity in the USA. This is primarily because
of it’s more dramatic results than Microdermabrasion or
chemical peels and the fact that it is non-invasive and can
usually be performed with no patient down time. The Photofacial
is considered by many to be the most useful recent advance in
cosmetic treatments for the skin.
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Visible features of aging can include:
• Red, broken capillaries
• Areas of redness (and sometimes
flushing)
• Blotchy pigmentation
• Lines and wrinkles, due to a loss
of collagen in the second layer of the skin
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What are the Benefits of Photo Rejuvenation?
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In the majority of patients, Photo rejuvenation provides consistent,
visible improvement in the skin with no downtime, little discomfort
and minimal risk.
Benefits usually include a noticeable reduction in:
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Irregular pigmentation and freckles resulting in a more even
tone
• Sun damage (photoaging)
• Red, broken capillaries and areas
of redness
• The symptoms of rosacea
In addition, many patients notice some reduction in pore
size and fine wrinkles with overall smoother skin. (Overseas
studies have demonstrated new collagen formation following
treatment).
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What is Photofacial Treatment Like? |
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An intense pulsed-light device is used to deliver a series
of gentle pulses of light to the skin. Specific parameters
are selected for each treatment for optimal results. Initially,
a layer of cool gel is applied to the face prior to the light
pulse. The procedure is well tolerated although patients with
sensitive skin may elect to apply an anaesthetic cream beforehand.
A full face treatment takes approximately 20 minutes.
Immediately following the treatment, the skin may appear
red and flushed whilst brown spots may appear darker. These
changes gradually fade over a few hours to a few days. Make-up
can be applied immediately following the procedure if necessary,
so it is possible to return straight back to work.
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How Soon Will I See The Results? |
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After your first treatment, your skin will appear smoother
and have a more even tone. The improvements are gradual and
will be more visible after each treatment. A series of 4 treatments
at 1-4 week intervals are recommended for optimal results.
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Who are the Best Candidates? |
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• People with early aging changes or sun damage who
desire a healthy, more youthful appearing
skin
• People seeking more dramatic results than can
be accomplished with Microdermabrasion or
chemical peels yet can’t afford to take the time off to
heal from laser resurfacing
• Active people who don’t
wish to interfere with outdoor or social activities
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People who suffer from rosacea and experience redness and flushing
of the skin
• People who suffer from broken capillaries
or irregular pigmentation
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There are two options. You can make a time with the sister
and have her perform your treatments in which case there is
no consultation fee. Alternatively, you can consult with the
doctor and have him supervise your treatments in which case
an initial consultation fee of $60.00 applies.
A full face treatment costs $400.00. The neck, upper chest,
hands and arms can also be treated and, if requested, would
be quoted during the initial consultation.
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Dr Szalay offers an accelerated regimen for people wishing
to achieve their final result quicker.
Under the accelerated regimen, only 1 or 2 treatments are
required. Because higher energies are used, patients are advised
to apply an anaesthetic cream prior to treatment. With the
use of the anaesthetic cream, the procedure is very well tolerated.
Once again, because of higher energies, some redness and
swelling (and possibly some peeling) may occur which may take
3 to 4 days to settle down. Accordingly, patients are advised
to allow for a 3 to 4 day recovery period.
The cost per treatment under the accelerated regimen is $550.00.
Dr Szalay needs to personally assess all patients seeking
an accelerated treatment and an initial consultation fee of
$55.00 will apply.
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ALA is a cream which can be added to a photo facial treatment
in order to eradicate sunspots and skin cancers.
Sunspots are red, scaly areas on the face whilst skin cancers
appear in different shapes and sizes.
If you wish to have sunspots or skin cancers treated as part
of your photo facial, an extra fee of $150 per treatment would
apply. Normally 1 or 2 ALA treatments are required for sunspots
or skin cancers.
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Precision Cosmetic Laser Surgery introduced Photofacial Rejuvenation
to Brisbane and we have treated several thousand people for
various conditions. Remember, it is your face- experience and
qualifications do count. |
