IPL Photofacial on Long Island, NY
As we age, the skin loses the uniform texture and color present in youth.
Less often do people notice that the aged appearance of skin is due largely to the presence of abnormal pigmentation in the form of lesions or age spots and the presence of abnormal blood vessels like spider veins and broken capillaries. Intense Pulsed Light therapy harnesses the power of light to treat aging skin. IPL is like a laser but instead of one wavelength it uses the energy of many different wavelengths for treatment. The benefit is that it is safer, more efficient, and causes less downtime than a laser. Our certified nurses uses the very latest in this technology. The spectrum of energy and power delivered is ideally suited to treat the visible signs of aging in the skin like age spots, broken capillaries, and spider veins. Damaged cells that contain pigment and broken vessels are dissolved with light energy while the surrounding tissue is left unharmed.
A detailed pre-procedure skin evaluation will be performed. The settings on the machine are calibrated for your skin type and the problem to be treated. A moisturizing gel is applied to the treatment area. You will feel a cool sensation as the chilled tip of the IPL Photofacial handpiece is applied to the skin. The treatment pulse is signaled by a tone and a flash of light. An initial single pulse of energy is delivered to the targeted area so you become acquainted with the sensation. Most patients describe it as the gentle snapping of a rubber band. Additional pulses are delivered until the entire area of concern is treated.
Immediately after the treatment, you may feel a mild sunburn-like sensation. Occasionally, you may have minor swelling which can last from 2-24 hours. Cooling is used to minimize the potential for swelling.
Hydro-cortisone cream and/or aloe gel may also help. Mild redness may also occur but resolves in 2-3 days. Make-up and your regular skin care regimen may be resumed immediately post-therapy if there is no significant redness or after the redness, if present, has resolved. You may return to regular activities and work without any downtime.
If pigmentation or sunspots were treated, they will darken over 48 hours and fall off within 7-14 days. A follow up evaluation will be performed 1 month following treatment. Vessels or vascular lesions may disappear or darken immediately after treatment. A follow up evaluation will be performed at 7-14 days. Every treatment will improve the appearance of your skin. Depending upon the individual and the severity of the problem being treated, one to several treatments(up to 4) may be required for complete clearance.
We are able to capture face, breast, and body images in ultra-high resolution 3D, to show our patients the exciting possibilities of their simulated aesthetic procedures.
When you schedule your consultation with Marotta Plastic Surgery Specialists, you can feel secure that the decision you are making is the right one for you. Dr. Marotta’s expertise and skill make him a top Long Island plastic surgeon who enjoys answering your questions. Schedule your consultation today to begin your journey to looking good and feeling good.
895 West Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY 11787
Mon-Thurs: 9am – 7pm
Friday: 9am – 5pm
Sat: 9am - 2pm (MedSpa services only)
Sun: Closed
