Laser Treatments
At the Institute for Beauty, Wellness & Regenerative Medicine, we offer a variety of non-surgical laser treatments to help turn back the clock and dramatically reduce the visible signs of aging in several areas of your body, as well as to address many other concerns!
Am I an Ideal Candidate?
Before undergoing any treatment, you will have a consultation with Dr. Nicole Castellese to discuss your goals and expectations. She will also examine the condition of your skin and explain the skin care process required before and after your laser treatment. Dr. Castellese can help identify which areas need treatment and which options are the best for you. Our laser treatments can treat the following issues and more:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Poor skin texture
- Dark marks
- Sunspots, uneven pigment
- Loose skin
- Acne scarring
- Enlarged pores
- Toenail fungus
- Eyelid laxity (upper & lower)
- Tattoo removal
- Unwanted hair
- Rosacea
- Scars (surgical or other types)
- Spider veins
- Broken blood vessels
- Removal of benign skin (growths/moles)
What Are My Laser Treatment Options?
Picosecond Laser
Fotona StarWalker® MaQX
The Fotona StarWalker® MaQX is a Q-switched nanosecond and picosecond laser with multiple aesthetic applications. This is one of few laser systems that is safe for all skin types on the Fitzpatrick scale. The StarWalker MaQX® laser is an effective solution for tattoo removal, hair removal, acne, pigmentation, aging concerns, and more. Results include soft, smooth, radiant skin for all skin tones and types.
Hair Removal
LightSheer® DUET™
The LightSheer® Duet™ is a high-speed, FDA-approved laser hair removal treatment that eliminates stubborn hair on the back, underarms, face, arms, and legs for smoother skin. During your hair removal procedure, the LightSheer® laser is placed on the treatment site to allow the hair follicles to absorb the light and heat up. The hair shaft and bulb are damaged, resulting in permanent hair reduction over time. This laser can be safely used to treat all skin types! However, no laser can treat blond or white hair…the hair must have pigment!
Vein and Pigmentation
Excel V™ (by CUTERA®)
The Excel V™ Laser system is the newest laser device by CUTERA®, and it provides exceptionally flexible and effective treatment of a wide range of both pigment and vascular concerns. Some common conditions this laser is used to treat include rosacea, sun spots, lentigos or freckles, telangiectasias (spider veins), venous lake, cherry angioma, scar redness, poikiloderma, and more! Patients can see noticeable improvement after only one session, but additional treatment may be necessary depending on the extent of correction required.
Laser Genesis™ (by CUTERA®)
The Laser Genesis™ reduces the appearance of large pores and redness to improve skin tone and texture by increasing collagen production in the middle layer of your skin. This treatment can also address facial imperfections like fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scars to create a smooth and even complexion. Numerous sessions are required with this treatment, as there is no downtime! This laser can also be used to treat toenail fungus (onychomycosis).
Skin Resurfacing
Er:YAG Laser
Erbium:Yag laser resurfacing can be used more broadly than the fractional CO2 laser with faster recovery times and reduced pain during treatments. Our Er:YAG laser has several applications. It is a wonderful option for tightening upper and lower eyelids since intraocular eye shields are not required. It can do skin resurfacing on the face, neck, chest, hands, and elsewhere, including the vulvar tissues, to improve the appearance and skin texture of a woman’s labia. There is a distinct application for use intravaginally to help stimulate collagen production, often producing reduced vaginal dryness, reduced urinary incontinence, and improved sexual satisfaction! Another application of the laser is to ablate unwanted skin lesions such as seborrheic keratosis or benign moles or skin growths.
UltraPulse® by Lumenis® / Fractional CO2
The UltraPulse® fractional CO2laser by Lumenis® can address facial imperfections like wrinkles and fine lines, boost collagen production, and tighten loose skin in just one treatment. Fractional CO2(carbon dioxide) is a skin resurfacing laser treatment that improves wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars, and loose and damaged skin by removing the outer layers and tightening the skin. In addition to treating the face, this procedure can also address imperfections on the neck, chest, and hands to provide you with an overall youthful appearance.
ActiveFX™
The ActiveFX™ is a laser skin resurfacing treatment that removes the damaged top layer of your skin to reveal the fresh, healthy layer underneath. This procedure can also minimize the appearance of brown age spots, wrinkles, fine lines, discolorations, and acne scars to provide you with a youthful and rejuvenated appearance.
DeepFX™
The DeepFX™ laser treats moderate to severe wrinkles, fine lines, and scars while improving the tone and texture of your skin in just one sitting. This laser resurfacing treatment can also stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin for a refreshed and smooth facial look.
TotalFX™
TotalFX™ is a combination of the ActiveFX™ and DeepFX™ laser to provide you with the most efficient laser treatment. This method can fight against visible signs of aging and treat imperfections like sun damage, brown spots, severe wrinkles, scars, and uneven skin tone.
SCAAR FX™
SCAAR FX™ is a deep fractional resurfacing laser treatment that creates major improvements in the tone, texture, and elasticity of scars. This minimally invasive technology also reduces pain and itching associated with some scars.
What Will My Recovery Be Like?
Laser treatments can take between 30 minutes and two hours to complete, depending on the treatment. Most treatments involve the use of topical or injectable numbing for pain control, and PRO-NOX™ may also be utilized. Pre- and post-procedure instructions, anticipated downtime, and possible side effects (which may include swelling, redness, and skin sensitivity) vary depending on the procedure being performed.
What Results Can I Expect?
Our laser treatments can provide you with amazing skin rejuvenation, and you can expect to see remarkable improvements in your overall skin tone and texture. Your results will improve over time, though you may need multiple treatments depending on your skin concerns and the type of treatment used.
