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what is varilite laser treatment?

by Llewellyn Cummerata DDS Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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The VariLite Laser is designed to reduce the appearance of facial veins
facial veins
The facial vein (or anterior facial vein) is a relatively large vein in the human face. It commences at the side of the root of the nose and is a direct continuation of the angular vein where it also receives a small nasal branch. It lies behind the facial artery and follows a less tortuous course.
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, redness and benign vascular lesions
. It treats vessels without the bruising typically associated with previous laser models. It delivers an intense light that is specifically absorbed by the targeted pigmented lesions or blood vessels.

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How does the VariLite laser work?

The VariLite is also highly effective in removing angiomas, those small, red, circular lesions that can be scattered over the entire body. Most angiomas disappear with a single treatment. The VariLite Laser works very well in diminishing poikiloderma, the reddish-brown discoloration on the neck and chest due to sun damage.

Does the VariLite laser work for redness on the neck?

The VariLite Laser works very well in diminishing poikiloderma, the reddish-brown discoloration on the neck and chest due to sun damage. Redness due to acne is diminished with this laser and overall acne activity is reduced with 3-5 treatments.

How effective is VariLite for removing angiomas?

The VariLite is also highly effective in removing angiomas, those small, red, circular lesions that can be scattered over the entire body. Most angiomas disappear with a single treatment.

How effective is laser treatment for the removal of blood vessels?

Then laser targets the unwanted vessels, leaving the top layer of skin intact. This laser is especially effective in treating blood vessels due to sun damage or acne rosacea. We expect a significant improvement after the first treatment unless the condition is very advanced with multiple layers of blood vessels.

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What's the best type of laser treatment?

The 5 Top Face Laser Treatments and How They Can Help Your SkinTo Give Your Skin an Insta-Glow: Laser Genesis. ... To Rid of Acne Scars: Fractional CO2 Laser. ... To Zap Broken Blood Vessels: Pulsed Dye Laser. ... Instead of a Facelift: Fraxel. ... For Removing Sun Damage: IPL.

Is laser treatment good for your body?

In medicine, lasers allow surgeons to work at high levels of precision by focusing on a small area, damaging less of the surrounding tissue. If you have laser therapy, you may experience less pain, swelling, and scarring than with traditional surgery.

What are the different types of laser therapy?

OverviewCO2 Lasers.Erbium Lasers.Pulsed-Dye Lasers.Fractional Lasers.IPL (intense pulsed light)

How long do the effects of laser treatment last?

On average, most patients get to enjoy silky-smooth skin that lasts for anywhere between three and five years after undergoing laser therapy. Many patients maintain treatments by returning every so often for a touch-up or supplementary skin treatment.

What are the negative effects of lasers?

Improperly used laser devices are potentially dangerous. Effects can range from mild skin burns to irreversible injury to the skin and eye. The biological damage caused by lasers is produced through thermal, acoustical and photochemical processes.

What are the disadvantages of laser?

Disadvantages of Laser :Costly for Patients – It is costly and consequently more consumption to the patients requiring laser-based medicines.Costly for specialists – ... Increases intricacy – ... Less uses in Dental method – ... Higher forces during the cutting cycle – ... Destructive –

What are 3 types of lasers?

Based on their gain medium, lasers are classified into five main types:Gas Lasers.Solid-State Lasers.Fiber Lasers.Liquid Lasers (Dye Lasers)Semiconductor Lasers (Laser Diodes)

What lasers do celebrities use?

Fraxel laser has gained attention from many celebrities and non-celebrities alike who swear by the rejuvenating effects and exceptional results. Achieve incredible results for yourself by learning more about what Fraxel Laser Skin Resurfacing can do for your skin.

What are the benefits of laser therapy?

5 Benefits of Laser TherapyRapid pain relief with no known side effects.Aids in the healing of sprains and strains.Immediate repair of superficial injuries, such as wounds and ulcers.Immediate improvement of local blood circulation.More items...•

Is laser good for your face?

Is Laser Treatment Good for Your Skin? The short answer is, yes. Laser skin treatments can help refresh the skin and improve many skin conditions, including age spots, veins, wrinkles, scars, sagging skin, unwanted hair and tattoos. Lasers can target different structures in the skin.

How many laser sessions are needed?

As a general rule of thumb, the majority of patients need four to six sessions. Individuals rarely need more than eight. Most patients will see results after three to six visits. Additionally, treatments are spaced out about every six weeks since individual hairs grow in cycles.

What should I do after laser treatment?

The immediate post laser treatment consists of covering the lasered skin with Vaseline (Aquaphor or whatever the specific product you are instructed to use) and using cold packs for discomfort and swelling. The best treatment to be comfortable is to apply cold compresses to the treated areas of the face.

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