Why is Candela Smoothbeam Laser so effective in acne or acne scars treatments?
Acne is caused by an enlargement of the sebaceous follicles, which contain oil-producing sebaceous glands, the root cause of acne. A serious skin disorder, acne often goes untreated resulting in pain, debilitating scar formations and skin damage. For years, traditional oral and topical acne treatments haven?t treated the direct source of acne ? overactive, oil producing sebaceous glands. Frustrated patients have long been searching for alternatives to the traditional acne treatment methods, which have been known to cause side effects. Now, the Smoothbeam laser offers a long-term solution by directly altering the structure and function of the sebaceous glands, which drastically reduces acne lesions without significant side effects.
How is the acne or acne scars laser treatment working with the Smootbeam Laser?
Smoothbeam creates a mild thermal injury just below the skin?s surface, which alters the structure of the sebaceous glands, the root cause of acne. This allows for effective, longlasting acne clearance. Smoothbeam emits a wavelength of light that is strongly absorbed by water in the skin. As the laser penetrates into the skin, heat is generated in and around the sebaceous glands in the upper layers of the skin. The integrated dynamic cooling device (DCDԩ also emits a cooling spray, which allows preservation of the skin, thus minimizing the acne and acne scars laser treatment side effects.
How long does a Smoothbeam acne or acne scars lase treatment take, and how many laser treatments will I need?
A typical acene laser treatment will take between 10 and 30 minutes. Depending on the degree of aggressiveness you and our doctors decide on, your alser treatment can be a "lunchtime"procedure, in which you can go right back to work.
What will the acne & acne scars laser treatment procedure itself be like?
You and our doctor will wear safety glasses to protect your eyes during the laser treatment.The doctor will use a small handpiece with a probe that touches your skin to deliver the laser light.You will feel the light spray of coolant onto your skin just before each laser pulse.
Is there any pain involved in the acne & acne scars laser treatment with Smoothbeam?
Because the laser's Dynamic Cooling Device is so effective, many patients report the procedure as "mild", with little more than a slight snapping or tingling sensation. Of course, pain is subjective, and topical anesthetics can be used if the patient wishes.
Are there any side effects to the acne or acne scars laser treatment with Smoothbeam?
In general, most procedures have a low risk of side effects. More aggressive treatments might induce some temporary discoloration or reddening of the skin. Some patients might experience pigment changes in skin color. If this occurs, the skin will typically return to normal pigmentation over time.
How long will the acne or acne scars laser treatment last?
The duration of your acne or acne scars laser treatment depends on the size of the area you wish to have treated or the time allotted by the physician or nurse performing your treatment. You will need to discuss this with our physicians or nurses performing the treatment.
