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August 30, 2018

How Laser Lights Can Help You Remove Your Tattoo

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Unlike a tattoo, the meaning behind one can sometimes disappear. About one third of Americans have a tattoo, but many people make this commitment and then have a change of heart years down the road. It’s no surprise that the number of tattoo removals has steadily increased in recent decades. Laser Lights Cosmetic Center wants to give your skin a second chance. If you don’t want your tattoo anymore, we are dedicated to helping you remove it while achieving the best possible cosmetic results.

At our comprehensive laser center, we utilize FDA approved laser equipment to remove tattoos on all skin types. The color, depth, and detail of your ink as well as your skin type all play a significant part in the time that it takes to fully remove it. Our providers are expertly trained, licensed, and well versed in using tattoo removal technology to significantly fade all colors of ink. This even includes difficult colors such as green and yellow.

To successfully remove your tattoo, we use a specific laser that sends strong pulses of energy into the dermis (middle layer of the skin) to cause the tattoo pigment to absorb the energy. Once it’s absorbed, the pigment breaks down into tiny particles and then is safely metabolized and expelled from your body as part of the natural healing process. Each patient responds differently to the procedure, but most only feel slight discomfort during their tattoo removal session. Our providers are accustomed to working with an individual’s pain tolerance to make it as pleasant of an experience as possible.

We understand that many patients are curious about how long the laser removal procedure will take. Just like your tattoo design, every laser tattoo removal process is unique to each patient. Some of the variables that make up the length of the procedure time are your skin type, the location of the tattoo on your body, the color and size in addition to the amount of previous scarring. A complete list of tattoo removal time-factors is fully displayed in the Kirby-Desai Tattoo Removal Scale. This scale is a comprehensive system that calculates the number of laser treatments that a patient should need. Typically, Laser Lights Cosmetic Center removes tattoos within several sessions that are comfortably spaced 4-6 weeks apart. This is only a rough estimate because each patient has completely different needs and conditions.

Since each tattoo is so case sensitive, we strongly urge you to schedule a complimentary tattoo removal consultation to receive an expert evaluation on your specific removal needs. One of our providers will be happy to examine your tattoo and provide a professional assessment of how many sessions that it will take to remove. If you any questions about your tattoo, call 770.495.9322 to make an appointment. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and now Instagram to receive more cosmetic laser advice and information.

August 17, 2015

Bizarre Anti-Aging Treatments (And Their More Conventional Counterparts)

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Without a doubt, looking younger is one of the most common aesthetic goals today, and as a result, researchers have developed countless ways to tackle various signs of aging—one look at the menu of laser treatments and other cosmetic services we offer at Laser Lights makes that clear. But the quest for a “fountain of youth” has also taken us to some very strange places. Check out some of the oddest facial rejuvenation remedies people are trying and, if you’re like us and prefer a proven therapy instead, learn about the effective treatments that can address aging in similar ways.

Bee Venom Facial

A bee’s venom is what gives a bee sting its, well, sting. Some beauty enthusiasts have used bee venom as part of a topical facial treatment, with the theory that it helps your body produce extra collagen (the protein that makes skin firm and youthful).

Try this instead: Réjuvapen® Micro Fractional Collagen Stimulation System

Réjuvapen® stimulates wrinkle-reducing collagen using dozens of tiny needles, and specially formulated peptides or human growth factors are used to maximize the results.

Snail Secretions

As you’ll come to notice, creepy critters are a popular theme in unconventional skin treatments. The trails that snails leave behind contain compounds like allatonin and glycolic acid, which can remove the outer layers of dead skin cells that make skin appear older and duller. In most cases, the snail serum is used as part of a packaged skincare product, but there are some salons which will actually place snails on a patient’s face to crawl around for an hour or so.

Try this instead: chemical peels

Like snail secretions, chemical peels focus on removing the outer layer of dead and damaged skin cells to reveal younger, brighter skin, but they do it in a precisely controlled way. Plus, they’re available in a variety of forms to focus on your individual concerns.

Geisha Facial

This one sounds a bit less gross than the first two treatments, right? Not so much. Feces from birds (nightingales, specifically) are dried and ground into a powder before being mixed with rice bran and water or natural enzymes to make a paste which is massaged into the skin. The method was developed by Japanese geishas, who found that it removed their thick makeup and improved the skin problems that years of the chemical-heavy makeup had caused, because the facials exfoliated, brightened, and moisturized their skin.

Try this instead: Silk Dermalinfusion®

You’ve probably heard of microdermabrasion, and Silk Dermalinfusion® is a new take on this tried-and-true procedure. The treatment exfoliates away the dead and damaged skin cells on the surface while also applying a topical solution that’s tailored to your aesthetic concerns, giving the skin a younger, smoother, and more radiant complexion.

SYN®-AKE

Yes, this product’s name sounds like “snake” for a reason. A particular breed of snake has venom that causes quick paralysis. Swiss chemists created SYN®-AKE as a synthetic form of this venom, and it’s added to beauty products and applied topically because the paralytic properties relax the facial muscles that can cause wrinkles.

Try this instead: Dysport® or Botox®

FDA-approved Dysport® and Botox® are cosmetic facial injections that have been proven to relax the facial muscles that cause fine lines and wrinkles on the forehead and around the eyes. Treatments are quick and don’t require any downtime so you can get right back to your day, and results last for months at a time.

At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we love giving our patients the latest and greatest cosmetic treatments. However, we also ensure the safety and effectiveness of any procedure before adding it to our menu of services, and we encourage you to use caution when choosing at-home skincare products as well. To discuss which individualized treatments can best address your aesthetic concerns, schedule a consultation with us. Or, to see the latest news from the world of cosmetic procedures and to hear about our special offers, join us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

February 13, 2015

Skin Treatments for Multiple Skin Problems

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One of the things we’ve learned over our many years of treating Atlanta skin care patients is that very few people have only one issue with their skin. Most of our patients experience several frustrations, from acne to wrinkles to dullness to irritation. Patients often assume that being satisfied with their skin will become a lengthy endeavor of treating their problem areas one by one, but fortunately, this is not always the case. The treatments below pack a more powerful punch by addressing multiple skin maladies at once.

European facial
A European facial is specially formulated to treat dullness (by removing dead skin cells and surface debris) as well as inflammation from rosacea, allergies, and acne with a soothing papaya mask. Despite being a facial that is especially gentle on sensitive skin, this treatment has the ability to address a wide variety of issues to give the face a more rejuvenated and refreshed appearance.

SilkPeel® skin rejuvenation treatment
SilkPeel® skin rejuvenation treatment is a customizable treatment that gives Atlanta microdermabrasion patients more youthful and blemish-free facial skin. The treatment addresses acne as well as fine lines and wrinkles by abrading the topmost layer of skin to reveal the fresh, young skin underneath. High-performing topical compounds, customized to address the skin conditions that best fit the patient’s needs and desired results, are applied immediately in order to increase effectiveness and provide nearly instant results.

Laser skin resurfacing
Using a CO₂ fractionated laser or an erbium laser, this treatment stimulates the production of collagen and elastin to help the body generate newer, more youthful skin. Laser skin resurfacing’s “in with the new” technique effectively treats hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, and signs of aging.

Men’s facial
Specially formulated to address frequent skin issues in men, this facial combines a massage of the facial muscles, which helps to prevent facial wrinkles by releasing the muscle tension that often causes them, with an aloe mask that is especially effective in easing redness and irritation caused by shaving.

The treatments above are just a few of the skin treatment options we offer. Schedule an appointment online for a comprehensive skin analysis by one of our highly-skilled licensed estheticians, who will identify your skin’s needs and the treatments that will be most effective. To stay up-to-date on our ever-growing selection of skincare treatments and productions, join Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

August 17, 2012

Don’t Forget About Southern Plastic Surgery’s Injectable Specials

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In addition to all of the great skin care specials we’re offering this August 2012 at Laser Lights, we’d like to invite you to also take advantage of Dr. David Whiteman’s specials. Patients interested in facial rejuvenation services may want to consider cosmetic injectables and facial fillers because the manufacturers of Botox®, Juvéderm®, and Dysport® are offering discounts (click here for more details). Allergan is also offering Brilliant Distinctions® members a $25 instant rebate for their new, larger bottles of Latisse® (5 mL bottle only) through the September 30, 2012. If you’d like more information about becoming a Brilliant Distinctions® member, click here.

You may be more interested in something a little more permanent like plastic surgery for body contouring. Be sure to check out Dr. Whiteman’s ad in the August 2012 edition of Best Self Atlanta because he’s offering a free site of liposuction with the purchase of tummy tuck surgery through the end of August 2012. Additionally, Allergan is offering 20 free units of Botox® or Latisse® to breast enhancement patients who choose their Natrelle® gel breast implants for breast augmentation.

Take a look at Dr. Whiteman’s featured procedure below, and be sure to see him discussing the importance of patient care highlighted in the Best Business area of the magazine to get to know a little more about him.

March 23, 2012

Anti Puff Eye Gel available at Laser Lights

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Known for our laser services and cosmetic skin treatments, our patients sometimes forget about Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center’s private label and NIA 24 skin care products. These products are designed to help our patients keep their skin healthy from home.

Our Anti Puff Eye Gel is one of our favorite products. Puffiness or bags under the eyes can cause people to look tired or older than they are. Our soothing Anti Puff Eye Gel is filled with Japanese Green Tea Extract to help reduce puffiness and skin irritation. Containing polyphenols for anti-oxidants and sodium hyaluronate to moisturize the delicate skin around the eyes, this gel is the perfect solution for puffy eyes. It even works for patients with contact lenses.

We also offer services to improve the look of tired or aging eyes. For instance, our newest technology, Viora Reaction™ can successfully tighten loose skin and wrinkles around the eyes. Additionally, we offer Latisse® eyelash treatment and tinting services for lashes and brows to enhance the eyes. Latisse® can help you grow longer, thicker, and darker lashes, and our lash and brow tinting services can add definition to your lashes and brows to make them pop—even without mascara.

Visit our website or contact us today to learn more about our services and skin care products. If you haven’t already, be sure to connect with Laser Lights on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for skin care news and updates.

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