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Get Ready for Spring Break at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center

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Although it’s still winter, sunshine and spring break are following close behind.  Winter weather can leave many of us feeling that our skin is lackluster. Staying warm with sweaters and jeans for months at a time can also cause us to neglect our skin. Summer skincare

At Laser Lights, we want to you to look your best for whatever your spring break plans might entail.  Now is a great time to take advantage of several cosmetic and laser procedures. Treatments such as laser hair removal, spider vein elimination, Viora skin firming, and laser skin resurfacing usually require multiple sessions to acquire optimal results. Starting treatments now can have your skin feeling and looking great in time to pull out the shorts and swimsuits.

Laser hair removal is a popular treatment for both men and women wanting to eliminate unwanted body and facial hair.  Since the hair removal process is only effective during the early growing cycle, patients usually need up to 6 visits for full, permanent hair removal.  Our FDA-approved medical grade lasers can safely treat almost any area of the body; popular areas for hair removal include the legs, underarms, arms, face, chest and bikini.

You shouldn’t feel self-conscious this spring because of unsightly facial or leg veins. Our laser treatment delivers laser energy to the vein so that the body naturally absorbs the unsightly vessels. This safe procedure requires between one to three sessions and patients benefit from no downtime.

If you are looking to show-off a healthier looking face with a youthful glow, you may be interested in CO2 laser resurfacing. This fractionated laser can address signs of aging including sun spots and wrinkles as well as smooth out acne scars e and hyperpigmentation. Since this procedure eliminates old, damaged skin to reveal new, healthy skin, patients can expect to feel effects similar to sunburn (depending on the depth of treatment required). Since it’s important to avoid direct sunlight for several days after treatment, winter is a great time for laser resurfacing as you spend more time indoors.

If you are looking to reduce cellulite and tighten loose skin, let Viora Reaction™ non-invasive technology address those concerns. This advanced technology uses radio frequency to reduce cellulite and promote collagen production.  Most patients begin to notice results after one treatment, but typically receive multiple treatments for optimal results.

To learn more about these procedures or other services we offer, please contact our office today. Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest cosmetic laser news and information.

Facial Spider Vein Removal at Laser Lights

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It’s almost September; as the weather begins to cool down, we’ll see more pants and leggings and fewer shorts and skirts.  Although you can use clothing to cover up spider veins on your legs, unsightly blood vessels on your face are much more difficult to hide.

These enlarged veins pose no functional concern, but appear close to the surface of the skin often showing up as a reddish or bluish color. At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center many patients often ask if facial spider veins can be safely treated. As a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) our office is committed to safety and clinical care in the field of medical lasers. Our experienced staff treats each patient with the highest standard of care using only medical grade lasers rather than injections or incisions.

Most patients will require one to three treatments for elimination of spider veins. During your pre-treatment consultation, we will be able to provide you with a more specific estimate for your particular needs. Patients also frequently ask what increases their chances of developing spider veins. If you spent a lot of time in the sun this summer you may be more likely to develop facial spider veins.  Other factors that may cause spider veins include age, pregnancy, hormones, and obesity.

Women are not the only ones who suffer from spider veins. According to the U.S. Department of Health, about 40 to 45 percent of men in the U.S. suffer from some type of vein problem. If you are interested in laser vein treatment or other laser services we offer please contact our office today.  Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest on laser vein treatments and news.

Laser Lights’ August 2012 Specials

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The dog days of summer are here, so beat the heat and treat yourself to beautiful enhanced skin. Now is the time to take advantage of Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center’s hot August specials. If you’re tired and embarrassed of those pesky, useless spider veins we have a deal for you, buy two laser spider vein treatments and get one free.  We also have some great deals on Viora Reaction™ skin tightening sessions and our Vi Peel is specially priced for face and/or neck. We know school’s back in session and the daily grind can be stressful, so be sure to take advantage of our hour-long massage or package of three massages.   See our flyer below for more details on savings available now through August 31st, 2012.

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Atlanta Spider Vein Elimination

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The providers of Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offer a variety of services to remove or reduce skin imperfections. With over twelve different lasers, we’re able to successfully remove age spots, freckles, birthmarks, and even tattoos to name a few. In fact, our lasers are able to eliminate unsightly spider veins.

Spider veins are those pesky little purple, blue, and red veins that look like a web or tree branches and most often appear on the face and legs. Facial spider veins are often associated with rosacea symptoms. While the true causes of spider veins have not been determined, many have speculated factors like genetics, age, hormones, and obesity might have something to do with their origin. No matter what causes them, they can be frustrating and even embarrassing. Our laser vein removal patients often complain that they do everything to try to cover up spider veins—even if it means wearing long pants all summer.

Fortunately there’s no need to continue hiding your spider veins because we offer spider vein elimination at Laser Lights. Our laser targets the pigment within the blood vessel without harming the skin. The vessels absorb the laser light and gradually disappear. Some patients can achieve the results they’re after in just one spider vein treatment, but depending on the extent of the spider veins, up to three treatments may be necessary for complete removal.

Patients often inquire about the safety of this treatment because eliminating veins sounds a little scary. However, it’s very important to understand spider veins do not function properly, and removing spider veins does not affect the circulatory system’s function. Although many patients are able to engage in normal activities after laser vein removal and side effects are rare, some patients may experience mild redness and sometimes bruising in the treatment area for a few days after treatment. Just like we warn all of our laser patients, it’s also important to avoid sun exposure for a few weeks before laser spider vein treatment as well as a few weeks after to avoid hyperpigmentation.

As with any laser skin treatment, it’s important to find a qualified laser provider to perform your treatment. If you’re interested in spider vein treatment, schedule a consultation today. In addition to laser services, we offer a variety of non-laser treatments like chemical peels, microdermabrasion, Viora Reaction™ skin tightening, and massage therapy. Be sure to view our website to learn more about our other services. We also invite you to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for skin care news and updates about our specials.

Get the Best Laser Treatments and Results at Laser Lights

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At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we strive to ensure that every patient has the best treatment experience and best results possible. We provide educational information about our services during pre-treatment consultations as well as aftercare instructions before patients leave our office. If you’ve received a laser treatment or regularly keep up with our blog, you’ve most likely heard it’s important to avoid sun exposure for a few weeks prior to and following laser treatment. With summer quickly approaching, now is the perfect opportunity for laser treatment before summer vacation.

Due to the nature of laser procedures, sun exposure after laser treatment can cause hyperpigmentation. In fact, it’s best not to pursue laser treatment on suntanned skin to avoid pigmentation changes. All laser procedures are different—some skin conditions can be treated in just one session while others require multiple sessions. Laser treatments that require multiple sessions must be spaced four to six weeks apart to allow time for the skin to heal between sessions. Knowing how many sessions are required for each treatment can help you determine the best time to receive your desired laser treatment without risking hyperpigmentation.

Skin conditions like age spots, freckles, melasma, hemangiomas, and warts can usually be eliminated in as little as one laser treatment. Depending on the extent of the skin condition, additional treatment sessions may be required for optimal results. Additionally, some spider veins can be eliminated in as little as one treatment, but up to three treatments are often required for complete removal.

Other skin conditions like birthmarks, port wine stains, and laser skin resurfacing (wrinkle reduction) typically require a minimum of three laser treatment sessions for removal and rejuvenation. Birthmarks and port wine stains are usually darker than freckles, lie deeper within the skin’s surface, and are sometimes textured, which makes them more difficult to remove than freckles. Likewise, the number of skin resurfacing sessions necessary to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, melasma, and acne scarring with our CO2 Fractionated Laser or Erbium Laser varies from person to person, but most patients achieve desired results with a series of three treatments.

Laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, and photo rejuvenation therapy typically require at least four to six treatments. Due to the natural hair growth cycle, some hairs are growing while others are in a rest phase. Though some patients see semi-permanent results after their initial treatment, laser hair removal is only effective during the hair growth cycle. The number of sessions required for laser tattoo removal depends on the age, depth, color, size, and placement of the tattoo. Since tattoos often fade overtime older tattoos are easier to remove than newer ones. Likewise, patients who seek photofacial treatment to reduce hyperpigmentation, fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scarring will see results in one treatment, but multiple treatments may be necessary for optimal rejuvenation of the face, chest, arms, and hands.

We have over twelve different lasers to treat a variety of skin conditions and skin types at Laser Lights. As you can see, many treatment requirements vary from patient to patient. Our licensed estheticians can give you a better idea of how many sessions you will need after a pre-treatment consultation. Also keep in mind that if you usually wear protective clothing or are often indoors during the summer, you shouldn’t have to worry about hyperpigmentation. However, if you do have to go out in the sun after laser treatment be sure to wear at least SPF 30 sunscreen, cover the treatment area,  and don’t stay out longer than you must. Visit our website to learn more about our other services or schedule a consultation today to take advantage of laser treatment before summer. Be sure to also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

Laser Lights Answers Commonly Asked Questions about Laser Spider Vein Removal

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Q.) What are spider veins? What causes them?

Spider veins are small veins that form into tree branch-like formations close to the surface of the skin. They occur most often on the legs, though visible veins can sometimes occur on the face around the nose and on the cheeks. The direct causes of spider veins are unknown though some individuals—like those who are obese, women, or pregnant individuals—are more prone to spider veins. Any condition or situation that increases pressure in the vessels can lead to visible veins.

Q.) How does laser vein removal work?

During laser vein removal, laser light is adjusted to focus on the specific pigment of visible veins. During treatment, the laser targets the veins, causing them to break up within the body, and allowing the immune system to dispose of them naturally. Meanwhile, the surrounding tissue is left unharmed because the laser wavelength does not target that pigment.

Q.) Is it harmful to remove spider veins?

Spider veins and other visible veins are chiefly cosmetic issues and serve no major function. Therefore, eliminating them with laser vein removal does you no harm.

Q.) How does laser vein removal differ from other vein removal procedures like sclerotherapy?

Sclerotherapy involves multiple injections to destroy the vein, while laser vein removal at Laser Lights does not require needles. Studies have shown that laser vein removal patients suffer less pain during the procedure, as well as long after the treatment when compared with more traditional methods like surgical vein stripping. While all of these are effective methods, laser vein removal is less painful and a faster vein removal procedure.