Enjoy Smoother, More Even Skin with Powerful Energy-Based Treatments in Toronto
There are many benefits associated with lasers at Toronto’s Avebelle Cosmetic Clinic, including improving the tone and texture of the skin, removing unwanted hair from the face and body, reducing non-vascular and vascular lesions such as spider veins, and removing red or brown pigmentations.
Set up a consultation with Avebelle Cosmetic Clinic to find out more about lasers in Toronto. Send a message online or call us directly at 416.901.2327.
What are Laser Treatments?
A laser emits a single wavelength or high-energy beam that can be transferred to a small area to produce certain effects. The tissue is heated with the devices because of the absorption of the laser and transfer of energy without harming the surrounding, normal tissue. The targeted abnormal area is removed. This is a process called selective photothermolysis.
These devices are used in facial rejuvenation procedures to enhance the appearance of the skin or reduce minor flaws. There are various types of energy-based treatments that are used in cosmetic procedures and although they have similar features, each one has different effects. Certain types work best for specific skin conditions. As technology has evolved, these treatments allow extreme precision even on thinner and more delicate areas of skin.
Avebelle Cosmetic Clinic provides three types of laser-based treatments: photofacial, laser hair removal, and spider vein removal.
Photofacial
Sun exposure, aging, hormonal fluctuations, and harmful skin products can affect the colour, tone, and texture of the skin. For patients with discolored, wrinkled, or rough skin, laser treatments may be helpful. Photofacial laser treatments with Nd: YAG laser can target many common imperfections and blemishes on the skin including wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, brown age spots, freckles, enlarged pores, acne scars, broken capillaries, and other pigmented lesions. These treatments produce a more even, brighter, and youthful skin tone and texture.
Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is a more long lasting and comfortable way of removing unwanted hair on the face and body. This treatment targets the hair follicles themselves, heating them to inhibit or delay the growth of new hairs. The surrounding, healthy areas of skin will not be harmed during the process and large expanses of skin can be treated quickly.
Spider Vein Removal
Spider vein removal is a procedure to treat spider veins – tiny, damaged veins with a blue, red, or purple color that can be seen through the surface of the skin. When veins don’t function properly and blood pools near the surface of the skin, a small web-like pattern of blood vessels can appear as thin lines on the skin. The energy is absorbed by these broken blood vessels, causing them to shrink and fade.
Lasers
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- Fine lines or wrinkles around the eyes, forehead, and mouth
- Birthmarks
- Aging skin
- Sun damage
- Dilated pores and enlarged oil glands
- Discoloration
- Scars
- Non-responsive skin after cosmetic surgery
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How Can You Prepare for Laser Treatments?
The nurse will review your medical history, perform a physical exam, and talk to you about your expectations before any type of energy-based treatment. You may be asked to stop taking certain medications and supplements such as blood thinners like aspirin for one week before your appointment as these can make bruising worse. Lasers can often trigger flare-ups of cold sores or fever blisters around the mouth so it’s important to let the nurse know if you have a tendency to get them. Avoid smoking for at least several weeks and limit your exposure to sunlight as much as possible. You may need to take medications to prevent certain complications and limit sun exposure for several months.
Results and Recovery from Laser Treatments
In most cases, only mild discomfort will be experienced after any laser treatment and the skin will feel like it has been sunburned. The exact timeline for recovery depends on what type of treatment you have had.
Common side effects from laser treatments include temporary redness, swelling, itching, and stinging. Stronger lasers may cause raw, blistered, or crusted areas on the skin. It’s normal to experience dryness and peeling several days later. Avebelle Cosmetic Clinic physicians and nurses will give you advice on how to keep your skin clean and prevent scabs from forming. There are steps patients can take to heal at a faster rate such as sleeping with their head elevated on an extra pillow, applying an ice pack to reduce swelling, and not smoking.
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Other Cosmetic Treatments
Avebelle Cosmetic Clinic also provides a range of other aesthetic treatments to improve the appearance of the skin including botulinum toxin injectables like Botox® and Dysport® for reducing dynamic wrinkles that are associated with facial muscle activity during expressions. They recommend hyaluronic acid injectable fillers such as cheek fillers, lip fillers, and chin fillers for adding volume to reduce static wrinkles or contour the face. Collagen stimulator fillers like Sculptra® promote the body’s natural collagen production to add lift and sculpt the face.
Contact Avebelle Cosmetic Clinic about lasers in Toronto. Schedule a consultation by sending a message online or call us at 416.901.2327.