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What You Can Do About Stretch Marks

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We have to give our skin some credit—it does have an amazing ability to stretch with all the ways we change sizes and shapes over the years. But it doesn’t always do it seamlessly, and the results of our skin having to stretch too much or too quickly show up in the form of stretch marks. These unhappy little lines on the abdomen, hips, arms, or other areas are essentially a type of scar, and they affect men and women alike. Whether yours are the result of pregnancy, weight fluctuations, puberty, or a combination of all three, don’t worry—we have a few different ways to improve them at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center.

What You Can Do About Stretch MarksRéjuvapen® Microneedling

Microneedling itself isn’t new, but because of recent advancements in the technology, it’s enjoying a great jump in popularity. The procedure uses short, ultrafine needles to create small “healing zones.” In the case of stretch mark reduction, this serves two purposes. First, it breaks up the uneven scar tissue that forms the stretch mark. Then, it stimulates your body’s natural healing process in a controlled way, allowing you to rebuild healthier, smoother, firmer tissue, and this reduces the appearance of the stretch marks.

Fractionated CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

The next step up from microneedling actually uses a similar theory—creating tiny treatment zones to provide a natural-looking result. However, it’s done in a very different way. Fractionated CO2 laser skin resurfacing clears away damaged skin and stimulates healing in small areas at a time, leaving space in between. This actually provides the healing benefits (replacing scar tissue with smoother and more consistent skin) throughout the entire area while minimizing the recovery time after the procedure.

While stretch marks aren’t physically uncomfortable, they can put a serious damper on your self-confidence, especially during the upcoming swimsuit season. And it simply adds to the frustration that there’s really nothing you can do at home to get rid of them, even by getting every other aspect of your figure “beach-ready.” But there are two facts you can take comfort in: first, you’re far from alone; and second, there are plenty of professional treatments that are available to help. To learn which of these three options above is the best fit to reduce your stretch marks, schedule a consultation at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center. Or, for more skin care tips and to find out all the latest and greatest treatments available right here in metro Atlanta, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

November Savings to Celebrate Thanksgiving

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Thanksgiving is a great opportunity to reconnect with friends and family and to remember all the silver linings in our lives. But for many of us, it also marks the beginning of the ever-busy winter holiday season. That’s why our November specials at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center are centered around ways you can target your cosmetic “problem areas” and head into the holidays with an appearance that’s ready to take on all those family gatherings and impromptu photo sessions.

Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center November 2015 specialsLaser Hair Removal

While body hair tends to weigh more heavily on our minds during the summer months, fall is actually the perfect time to start your treatments. For the most thorough and longest lasting results, you’ll need several sessions with around a month in between, so give yourself an early gift and get started on your way toward smoother, sleeker skin.

Fractionated CO2­ Laser Skin Resurfacing

When it comes to facial rejuvenation, fractionated CO2 laser skin resurfacing is one of your most effective and comprehensive options without taking the surgical route. A specialized laser sends tiny columns of light into the targeted skin, which not only activates the body’s collagen production to make skin firmer and smoother, but also breaks up the pigment in age spots. By tackling several cosmetic concerns at once, these laser treatments keep results looking natural while giving you an all-around younger appearance.

Laser Tattoo Removal

Few skin issues are as noticeable as a tattoo you’ve fallen out of love with. After all, they’re made to stand out, so concealing them with makeup is a major challenge, and trying to keep them hidden under your clothing can put some serious restrictions on your wardrobe. Fortunately, we use some of the most advanced technology for laser tattoo removal, so you can get more complete results in fewer sessions. To minimize your risk of the side effects that sun exposure can cause after a laser treatment, now’s the perfect time to get started.

Réjuvapen® Micro-Needling with HGF

As one of our newest facial rejuvenation treatments, Réjuvapen® can improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scars. The procedure uses a technique called micro-needling, which is a laser-free way to help your body produce more collagen. The addition of human growth factor (HGF) amplifies the results for an even more radiant look.

Skincare Products

Having beautiful skin is a combination of getting the right professional treatments and keeping up a good skincare routine at home. We carry a wide variety of skincare products, from cleansers to makeup to sunscreen, which are designed to work with different types of skin. If you aren’t sure which products are the best choice for your skin’s composition and problem areas, schedule a consultation and skin analysis.

Cosmetic Facial Injections

Whether you’re considering Botox® for wrinkles around and between the eyes and on the forehead, or you’re better suited for facial fillers to improve wrinkles around your mouth and nose, November is the perfect time to refresh your wrinkle reduction treatments before the holidays – your injections will have the time they need for your results to be fully visible, but, because the results will last for several months, you’ll still be looking your best during the winter holidays. Plus, it’s always a good idea to get your treatments done before the season of holiday shopping and preparations “officially” begins on Black Friday.

Whether your current skin hang-ups include wrinkles, unwanted hair, acne scars, or a tattoo that’s past its expiration date, we offer treatments that are safe and effective for all skin types. We’re also a great resource for easy holiday shopping – we offer gift certificates which can apply to any of our many available products and services. To learn more, explore our website or schedule an appointment with us. Or, to hear about our latest special offers, news, and helpful tips, follow Laser Lights on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

Lesser-Known Uses for Cosmetic Lasers

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When most people hear the term “cosmetic lasers” or “laser treatment,” they think of the ever-popular tattoo removal and hair removal. But as all of us at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center (and thousands of past and present patients) can attest to, lasers can do far more for our appearance than banish unwanted ink or keep legs stubble-free. To help our patients realize the large scope of aesthetic improvements that be found in the beams of a laser, we’re taking a closer look at some of the under-recognized laser services that are available.

cosmetic laser treatments atlanta gaFreckle and Mole Removal
Freckles and moles are the result of an abnormal collection of melanocytes, the cells that produce our skin’s pigment. While they’re mostly genetic, moles and freckles can also be caused or increased by sun exposure—in a sense, your skin recognizes that it’s being damaged by the sun, so it produces more pigment to act as a natural sunscreen. During laser mole removal and freckle removal treatments, the laser targets the pigment in the skin and, in a similar process to tattoo removal, breaks up the pigment particles so they can be naturally absorbed by the body. However, the specific details of a patient’s treatments depend on their individual needs and goals.

Red Spots
While we all know what freckles and moles look like and realize that they’re usually not cause for alarm, many people have at some point wondered, “What’s that bright red spot that just appeared on my skin, and is it dangerous?” Fortunately, these red spots on the skin are generally harmless. When they appear in infants, they’re called hemangiomas, although when they arise in adults, they’re typically called cherry angiomas. Both are caused by an abnormal growth of blood vessels, and they appear to have a genetic link. But regardless of how and when they appear, both hemangiomas and cherry angiomas are rather easy to remove. The laser treatments require a specific type of laser called a pulsed dye laser, which uses yellow light to eliminate the targeted blood vessels, and in most cases, only one treatment is needed.

Wrinkles
Lasers can improve far more about your skin than individual spots and pigmentation problems. As we age, our skin produces less of two vital proteins: collagen and elastin. Both of these proteins make skin strong, firm, and smooth, so as they decrease with age, the skin becomes lax and less able to remain taut when our face naturally loses volume, causing wrinkles to form. The process is also accelerated by environmental factors like sun exposure and smoking, both of which break down collagen more quickly. A treatment called fractionated laser skin resurfacing minimizes wrinkles by using tiny beams of laser light to perforate the skin. This activates the body’s natural healing process, and the major component of that healing process is producing extra collagen and elastin, which add firmness to the skin to minimize the wrinkles that have formed. As an added bonus, these laser treatments can minimize the appearance of age spots, freckles, and even minor scarring for a well-rounded facial rejuvenation, and little downtime is required.

Facial Redness
Most people know the embarrassment of an unfortunately-timed blush of the cheeks, but for some patients, this is a much more frequent occurrence. While laser treatments can minimize facial redness regardless of whether it is or is not caused by a diagnosed condition, patients whose facial redness is particularly frequent or severe have often been diagnosed with rosacea. Rosacea is a somewhat common condition that causes the blood vessels within the facial skin to enlarge, producing a persistent flushing appearance and sometimes visible spider veins in the cheeks as well. While it isn’t known for certain what causes some people to develop rosacea, it is clear that the symptoms have “outbreaks and remissions.” Regardless of what unique triggers (like sun exposure or vigorous exercise) tend to spark a patient’s outbreaks, laser treatments can be a highly successful way to maximize patients’ remission periods long-term. During treatment sessions, a pulsed dye laser is used to target the problematic blood vessels, allowing them to be naturally absorbed and eliminated by the body.

Lasers have come a long way since their first medical use in the 1960s, and as we continue to find new ways to control and fine-tune our use of light energy, they have become extremely versatile and are used to treat a wide array of medical and cosmetic concerns. To learn more about the many ways we use laser treatments (as well as non-laser treatments) to address our patients’ many aesthetic needs, explore our website or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+. Or, schedule a consultation at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center to discuss the best way to help you feel more confident in your appearance.

How Has Advancing Technology Improved Cosmetic Treatments?

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There’s no doubt that we live in exciting times, when technology and medicine are advancing at alarming rates, and both fields have had a valuable impact on the world of cosmetic laser treatments. The first laser was built just 55 years ago, and already we have the power and precision to minimize individual freckles in a patient’s skin. As a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, our owner, Dr. David Whiteman, is dedicated to providing our patients with the highest standard of care. Below are a few of the more recent advancements that have made a powerful difference in our ability to give our patients safe and radiant results.

Shorter pulses of light for tattoo removal

At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we’ve worked with many patients who, for one reason or another, are ready to get rid of a tattoo. Laser tattoo removal works by sending pulses of light into the skin. These pulses break up the ink into tiny pigment particles, which can then be naturally absorbed and eliminated by the body. Lasers have long been used for tattoo removal, but researchers are continuously improving the technology for more thorough results and a lower risk of side-effects with tactics like using shorter pulses of energy to break up the ink into smaller particles than we previously could.

Fractional lasers

Looking younger is one of the most common cosmetic goals, but traditional CO2 laser skin resurfacing  involved a significant amount of skin damage and often resulted in a “line of demarcation”—a clear line between treated and untreated skin. But thanks to recent research, fractional lasers were developed. In fractionated laser skin resurfacing, the lasers send tiny columns of light into the skin, stimulating collagen production while leaving much of the surface skin untouched. The result is a smoother, rejuvenated appearance with little or no downtime.

Non-surgical skin tightening

We all experience signs of aging as the years pass, but one symptom that can be especially difficult on a patient’s self-esteem is lax skin. As we age, our skin loses the firmness and elasticity of its youth and can develop a saggy and loose appearance. Previously, the only way to truly tighten skin was through surgical procedures like a facelift, tummy tuck, or thigh lift. But recent technology like Viora Reaction™ Skin Tightening uses radio frequency energy to non-invasively tighten lax skin.

At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we recognize the importance of combining the latest technology with top-notch patient care to help our patients feel comfortable and achieve results they love. To learn more about the many treatments we offer, as well as the innovative technology and skilled providers behind them, join us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+. Or, schedule a consultation with us to discuss treatments that can help you feel more confident in your appearance.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Cosmetic Specials

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With spring in full swing, we’re quickly approaching the day that we set aside to show our appreciation for those who gave us the energy, love, and time: Mother’s Day. Many of us feel that in the midst of our busy day-to-day lives, we don’t always give our parents the time and gratitude we should, so understandably, it can be stressful to find a Mother’s Day gift that makes up for it. At Laser Lights Cosmetic Center, every day we see how much joy comes from feeling relaxed, beautiful, and taken care of, so we have a few gift ideas to get you started:

  • Pamper her. Everyone deserves to be pampered every once in a while, especially parents. This month, we’ve put together an exclusive savings package for Mother’s Day, which includes a customized facial and one hour of massage therapy. It’s a perfect opportunity to give the special mother in your life a chance to take a break from caring for her family and have a refreshing day of others caring for
  • Help her turn back the clock. The natural aging process can take a toll on our self-esteem when we look in the mirror and begin seeing the changes in our face. Fortunately, treatments for turning back the clock and restoring youthful beauty have come a long way. From minimally-invasive procedures like Botox® or dermal filler injections to laser treatments like laser skin resurfacing or spider vein removal treatments, you can give your mother the gift of feeling more beautiful in her own skin.
  • Let her choose. Wanting to help your mother feel refreshed and beautiful is one thing; knowing which treatment will be best for her is another. If you prefer to let her choose which beauty treatment will go the furthest in helping her feel more confident and refreshed this spring, try giving her a Laser Lights gift certificate. That way, she can peruse our menu of services and choose the procedure that best fits her goals, whether it be laser age spot removal, non-surgical skin tightening, or

It can be difficult to choose a material gift that shows someone how much they mean to you, especially when it comes to someone you’ve been buying gifts for for years. This Mother’s Day, try giving the special mother in your life the gift of beauty and confidence. You can even make a day of it by scheduling your appointments on the same day and adding a lunch date. To learn more about our treatments and gift certificates, give us a call or check out our pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

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