Over the last few decades, laser treatments have been pioneering new solutions to a wide spectrum of medical, dermatological and aesthetic concerns. Laser therapy is not only effective and safe, but also incredibly versatile and can be used to treat a staggering variety of conditions.
As a forward-thinking clinic equipped with the finest technology and expertly trained technicians, NuSkinnovation provides you with the perfect solution to your unique skincare needs no matter the concern. In this quick read, we’ll be highlighting the versatility of laser systems by exploring the many different applications they perform and issues they address. Read on to find out more about how versatile laser treatments are.
How Do Laser Treatments Work?
Here at NuSkinnovation, our treatments are performed using advanced laser systems that are operated by our highly trained laser technicians. These laser systems channel energy into concentrated beams of light that can precisely penetrate human skin. Laser beams will behave differently based on the exact wavelength the system is using, and while there is a wide variety of different wavelengths available, Er and Nd laser wavelengths are more commonly used in laser clinics.
Er lasers are great at treating the surface of the skin, performing ablative and regenerative treatments that can produce immediate results. Nd lasers, however, are used for procedures where the target area sits below the outer layer of the skin and can also be used to perform gentler, non-ablative regenerative treatments. In some cases, certain treatments will require both Nd and Er lasers to be used, which our advanced laser systems can do by switching seamlessly between the two wavelengths as necessary.
While many laser treatments require the selective damage or destruction of certain tissues or materials in the skin, these laser systems are incredibly precise and are designed to target specific areas without affecting the surrounding skin. There may be a burning, stinging, or snapping sensation during certain laser treatments, but patients are offered a numbing cream and use of our advanced cooling technology to prevent any serious discomfort. Depending on the specific treatment a patient undergoes, it is likely that multiple laser sessions will be required to achieve the most effective results.
Skin Replenishing Laser Treatments
Skin replenishing or rejuvenation laser treatments are some of the most popular procedures offered at our clinic. The aim of these treatments is to give the skin a fresh and youthful glow by ridding the face of wrinkles, fine lines, blemishes and scars. The majority of these treatments use Er lasers, running the shallow penetrating but powerful laser over the top layer of the skin and selectively damaging it. The goal of this damage is to trigger the body’s natural healing process and stimulate the production of new collagen, improving the skin’s elasticity. The new skin that replaces the lasered epidermis is healthy and smooth. This method, known as an ablative treatment, can also be performed as a non-ablative treatment.
Rather than administering the laser on the top layer of the skin, a non-ablative laser penetrates just under the skin and heats the layer of tissue below the epidermis to trigger collagen production. Non-ablative treatments are preferable to patients who prefer a gentler treatment process with less intense side effects and shorter recovery time, at the cost of being less immediately effective.
The same process can be used in more selective bursts to treat scars and blemishes, filling these targeted areas with more concentrated laser energy to not only increase collagen production, but also destroy scarred or blemished tissue.
Vascular Laser Treatments
Laser therapy is a great way of resolving issues related to blood vessels beneath the skin. Rosacea, spider veins, port-wine stains, and haemangiomas are all vascular issues that may cause redness, swelling, bruising or other symptoms. Fortunately, our laser treatments can treat these issues by administering Nd lasers on the surface layer of the skin and into the blood vessels. Any abnormal blood vessels can be targeted, destroyed or collapsed by the laser without causing any harm to the surrounding soft tissue or skin. Whatever remains of these blood vessels is quickly broken down and destroyed by the body’s own natural functions, leaving only clear, smooth skin.
More advanced vascular issues, however, may require multiple sessions to see a total removal, but the results of the laser treatment should be almost immediately apparent. Furthermore, recovery time for these treatments is short, allowing patients to return to their regular activities soon after treatment.
Hair Removal Laser Treatments
Using laser systems for hair removal is a highly effective and economic method of hair reduction that provides long term results. Unlike laser treatment, traditional hair removal methods like waxing or shaving must be repeated regularly to maintain smooth, hairless skin. The treatment works by selectively targeting follicles of the hair and damaging these follicles with a concentrated laser beam. Melanin, the pigment within this hair follicle, is highly receptive to this energy and absorbs it, causing the hair follicle to overheat from the inside and deteriorate.
As this happens, the surrounding skin remains largely unaffected, with patients generally describing nothing more than a snapping sensation across the skin. This treatment is most effective while the hair is in its growth phase, known also as the anagen stage. As different areas of the body are at varying stages of the hair growth process, the patient must undergo multiple hair removal treatment sessions spanned across weeks to target all of the hair while it’s in the anagen stage.
Hair Regrowth Laser Treatments
As lasers can be used to remove unwanted hair, so too can they be used to achieve the opposite effect. At NuSkinnovation, our HAIRestart laser treatments work by running a low-level laser across the scalp, penetrating the skin and causing selective damage which stimulates the natural process of healthy hair growth. Soon afterwards, the body will start producing thicker and fuller hair from the treated area, helping reduce the appearance of thinning hair or baldness. It’s a safe and non-invasive process that many patients prefer over surgical alternatives like hair transplants, which can present complications and have longer recovery times.
Pigmentation Clearing Laser Treatments
Laser systems are adept at dealing with a host of pigmentation issues, whether they be associated with scarring, sun damage, congenital conditions or any other cause. These laser treatments work by penetrating deep into the skin and selectively targeting a hyperpigmented area. Proteins within, such as melanin, tend to absorb laser energy more effectively than the surrounding skin, which makes it easy to precisely target these problem areas without damaging the surrounding soft tissue. Once these pigments have been destroyed, the body will naturally dispose of what remains, letting the targeted skin heal with an unblemished appearance.
Much like pigmentation laser treatments, tattoo removal procedures are also performed with powerful lasers that target pigment. In these treatments, the synthetic compounds within the tattoo are targeted rather than natural pigments. Due to the colour variation found within tattoo pigments, a laser system capable of using multiple laser wavelengths will likely be required. This is because different kinds of pigments react to wavelengths of light differently, with some pigments being more susceptible to certain wavelengths than others.
For both hyperpigmentation issues and tattoo removal, it’s likely that the patient will require multiple sessions to completely eradicate any signs of pigment. The exact number of sessions required will depend on the intensity, size and complexity of the tattoo design.
Acne Removal Laser Treatments
Acne is a very common condition that primarily affects teenagers and young adults but can affect any demographic. Although harmless, the skin condition is unpleasant to deal with and can be difficult to get rid of. Fortunately, laser technology offers a convenient solution through acne removal laser treatments.
Using both Nd and Erbium lasers, these systems offer a holistic solution to target active acne. This treatment is done with the selective targeting of overactive sebaceous glands that produce oil and clog up pores, resulting in acne. Thereafter, the Erbium laser is used to damage (and therefore trigger the healthy regeneration of) the scar tissue that’s formed as a direct result of the active acne. This is a safe and non-invasive solution to serious acne, which many patients opt for over taking medication. Not only does acne medication potentially present serious side effects, but it may also take months to result in a visual improvement. Thankfully, laser treatments offer faster results and cause less side effects than acne medication.
Fungal & Viral Eradication Laser Treatments
Most laser treatments rely on the destruction of tissues for the select purpose of triggering the body’s natural healing process. There are conditions like onychomycosis and warts that are caused by the infection from either fungus or a virus. In both cases, the patient will suffer from uncomfortable symptoms caused by this infection.
Lasers can be used to target the infected tissue and infuse it with heat energy, which will swiftly kill off whatever pathogen is currently infecting the skin without causing any harm to the surrounding healthy tissue. When it comes to treating warts, it won’t just be the virus that’s eradicated. The laser can be used to damage the wart from within, causing it to fall off soon after the treatment. Using lasers to kill pathogens is a safe and reliable solution, opposed to surgical or medicinal alternatives which may have less desirable side effects or longer recovery times.
Choose NuSkinnovation For Your Top-Tier Laser Treatments
In conclusion, lasers are the ultimate tool not only for their efficiency and safety, but also for the incredible versatility across a range of different applications. Whether it be rejuvenating the skin, resolving vascular issues, clearing up hyperpigmentation, removing tattoos or eradicating infections, a well-equipped laser system is capable of handling it all.
These procedures are all highly effective, non-invasive alternatives to traditional methods, which may rely on risk-prone surgeries to achieve the same results. Overall, laser clinics such as NuSkinnovations are an invaluable medical, dermatological and aesthetic resource to the public, who are able to access this advanced technology to safely resolve a great number of concerns.
If you’re searching for a reputable clinic to address your issues with professional laser treatments, look no further than NuSkinnovation. Visit one of our many branches located in major cities or get in touch with us via our website. Feel good in your skin by starting your skincare journey today!