Acne Treatments--Visibly Reduce Acne in 2-4 Weeks! 

 
    
More than 4 out of 5 people between the ages of 12 and 24 develop acne at least once.  Many adults well into their 50's still experience problems. Acne has several causes including changes in hormone levels and the presence of the P. acne bacteria, but whatever the cause, the result is unpleasant, irritated, and clogged pores resulting in large and deep pimples, blackheads, cysts, etc. If not treated properly and in a timely way, acne can leave permanent scars.

Traditional therapies for treating acne involve using retinoids, and topical scrubs to diminish bacteria. But these alternatives may not be effective. Some people have resorted to oral antibiotics to diminish the P. acne bacteria or systemic retinoids like Accutane. Drugs have their benefits but can be toxic and could compromise your body's long term health and immunity and possibly cause liver damage.  

Fortunately there are several options available to treat acne. By using the ThermaScanTM laser we can provide you with a precise, yet naturally effective way to eliminate acne and atrophic acne scars.The TS laser treatment gets effective long term results when combined with the use of our supporting powerful anti-acne cleansing system.

The other option is the new Levulan Laser combination. The Levulan is photosensitive and is "painted" on the acne site like a bullseye. The blue light laser is then applied and activates the Levulan and destroys the acne. Levulan gets the greatest, fastest, and longest term results which can again be extended with the use of our supporting anti-acne cleansing system.

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Q.  How Does It Work?
A.  The Sciton ThermaScanTM laser is effective because like many of the New You treatments, it works with the skin from the inside out. The laser heats the upper layers of skin so that the heat is transferred to the sebaceous glands below the skin, thus reducing the number of active acne lesions. Most people see results after 1-2 treatments. Every person is unique but typically patients will need 2 treatments per week until acne clears. Depending on the size and depth of the area treated, your treatment should take 15-30 minutes.

The Levulan laser combination is a more aggressive therapy requiring the skin to be first cleansed with acetone followed by an application of Levulan to the treated areas. After waiting 30 minutes the Levulan is washed off and the skin is exposed to the blue light laser for 15-20 minutes depending on the size of the treated areas. Again, every person is unique, but between 2 to 5 total treatments are usually required.

Q.  What Does It Feel Like?
A.  Responses vary by patient and modality. With the Sciton ThermaScanTM laser, peple report a warming of the skin or a rubber band snap sensation. The skin is chilled using a state of the art equipment so even these sensations need not be felt. No injections are needed.

The Levulan/laser is combining the laser with a photosensitive marker. People report some intial stinging, heat, and/or a prickling when the laser is applied. The sensations tend to peak after a few minutes.

Q.  How Long Will It Take To Heal?
A.  Not long; there is virtually no downtime. After a session the treated area may appear reddened for up to an hour, but no wound is created so no healing time is required.  Because Levulan is a more aggressive therapy, redness may diminish slowly over several weeks. After either treatment you will be sensitive to the sun, more so with Levulan because it is photosensitive. You need to stay out of the sun for at least a day. Wear sunscreen and avoid extremes of temperature and wind and wear protective clothing. Avoid hot water and other irritants.

Q.  How Long Will It Last?
A.  Results of acne treatment last as long as 6 months, but this can be extended through the conscientious use of an appropriate skin care regimen.