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October 27, 2021

It’s Laser Season! 9 Ways Lasers Can Enhance Your Appearance

Anti-aging, Laser Hair Removal, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Tattoo Removal, Vein Removal hair removal, med spa, skin resurfacing, tattoo removal, vein removal

We’re breaking our sweaters out of their out-of-season storage, dusting off our pumpkin décor, and gearing up for a few holiday-packed months ahead. That means it’s fall, and around Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, fall is also known as “laser season.” Because laser treatments require you to shield your skin from the sun, the cooler weather of fall and winter make this time of the year a perfect time to get the cosmetic laser treatments that have been on your wish list this year.

How can laser treatments give your appearance a boost this fall? Take a look at these nine popular ways you can take advantage of laser season.

Smooth Fine Lines and Wrinkles

As common as fine lines and wrinkles are, you can effectively reduce or remove them with cosmetic laser treatments. The laser triggers your body’s collagen production, and collagen is the skin-firming protein that makes young skin naturally firm and smooth. Fractionated CO₂ laser skin resurfacing is the most effective way to treat these pesky signs of aging.

Lighten and Remove Age Spots

Age spots, unwanted freckles, and other brown spots on your skin come from localized areas of excess pigment in your skin. This pigment is usually the result of sun damage, but targeted age spot removal and brown spot removal will break down those excess pigments for a clearer complexion. You can also reduce these types of spots with laser treatments that treat other cosmetic issues at the same time, like fractionated laser skin resurfacing or photo rejuvenation.

Clear Away Unwanted Hair

Tired of endless shaving or waxing to get rid of unwanted hair? Laser hair removal produces significantly longer-lasting results by affecting your hair follicles, so they don’t produce hair as quickly as they used to or they stop producing hair altogether.

Reduce or Remove Unwanted Birthmarks

Some people cherish their birthmarks but if you’d prefer to bid yours adieu, lasers can help. This is true for brown birthmarks, often called café au lait birthmarks, and red or pink birthmarks (also called vascular birthmarks) like port wine stains.

Minimize Facial Redness

Persistent facial redness or rosacea happens because of enlarged blood vessels below your facial skin. Laser rosacea treatments, fortunately, can target and reduce those blood vessels for a more consistent complexion.

Treat Facial Veins and Spider Veins

Facial veins and spider veins in the legs are extremely common but they aren’t a look that many people love. Luckily, laser spider vein treatments for the face and legs can target and block off those stubborn veins, allowing your body to naturally remove them.

Reduce Scars

When your body is repairing a wound or surgical incision, it doesn’t take the time to make sure the scar tissue is smooth and even. Cosmetic laser treatments will help after the fact by breaking up existing scar tissue and triggering your body’s ability to produce newer, smoother scar tissue, making your scars less visible.

Remove Unwanted Tattoos

Tattoos are meant to last forever but sometimes our opinions and tastes change. If you want to get rid of an old tattoo or make room for a new one, laser tattoo removal is an effective way to make that happen. The laser breaks up the ink particles so your body can clear them away.

Reduce Unwanted Fat (Sort Of)

SculpSure® non-surgical fat reduction doesn’t technically use lasers but it uses similar technology. The procedure sends targeted warmth into an area you want to slim down, and that warmth damages the fat cells so your body can remove them in its waste disposal process.

If any of the aesthetic goals above struck a chord with you, this fall is the perfect time to put to take advantage of all that lasers have to offer. Schedule a complimentary consultation or RSVP for our upcoming Your Body, Your Canvas Day of Beauty to receive 20% any scheduled treatment you receive during the event and enjoy more specials at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center to learn more.

July 30, 2021

How Long Will My Laser Tattoo Removal Take?

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There’s a recent People article about SNL comedian Pete Davidson and his journey to remove all the many tattoos throughout his body. While he’s already received several treatments, he says that according to his laser tattoo removal technicians, it will take two more years to complete the process.

This lengthy process surprised many readers, and it has led to questions from potential laser tattoo removal patients about how long their tattoo removal will take. Is it common for tattoo removal to take more than two years? Our experts at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center are weighing in.

How Long Will It Take to Remove My Tattoos?

It’s true that laser tattoo removal is a multi-step process, with patients generally receiving treatments 4-6 weeks apart. The number of sessions depends on the person; the size, color, and depth of the tattoo; the tattoo removal technology; and other factors. But a two-year removal process is not common. For Pete Davidson, his tattoo removal is likely taking so long because of the extensive number of tattoos he has.

Factors That Will Affect Your Tattoo Removal Timeline

If Pete Davidson’s tattoo removal is taking so long, how long will yours take? There are actually many factors that will impact your treatment process. When you come to Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center for a consultation, our experienced technicians will be able to estimate the number of treatments you’ll need based on all these factors and more:

Tattoo Size – During a laser tattoo removal session, we can generally only treat a certain amount of surface area in one session. If, like Pete Davidson, you have a significant number of tattoos throughout most of your body and you want to remove them all, we will treat one area at a time until we have addressed all your tattoos.

Tattoo Depth – When you get a tattoo, the tattoo artist can inject the ink at different depths in your skin. Unsurprisingly, if your tattoo’s ink is deeper in your skin, it can be more difficult for lasers to reach. This usually means that it will take more tattoo removal sessions before you get the results you want.

Tattoo Color and the Technology It Requires – Tattoo removal works by sending targeted light that the ink in your tattoo will absorb. The energy from the laser breaks apart the ink particles so that your body can process them and remove them. This is important to know because some colors of ink absorb and respond to lasers more efficiently than others.

Black and dark green are the easiest ink colors to remove. Bright colors are difficult to remove because the pigments don’t absorb as much light. Different types of lasers may need to be used for your various tattoos as well because some colors respond better to certain types of laser light. Some of these lasers take longer to remove tattoos than others.

Tattoo Age – If you’ve had tattoos for many years, you have probably noticed that the ink fades slightly as the years go by. As a result, older tattoos will typically need fewer sessions of laser tattoo removal because your body has already removed some of the ink on its own naturally. The newer your tattoo is, the more treatments it will likely require to remove.

Treatment Quality – Not all laser tattoo removal sessions are equal. The quality of both the laser and your laser technician will affect the number of sessions it will take to remove your tattoos.

Laser tattoo removal technology has advanced over the years, and newer, more advanced lasers are more efficient in removing ink. The laser also needs to be properly maintained to make sure it’s working effectively enough to remove your tattoos as quickly as possible.

As we noted, the laser technician will impact your treatment as well because it takes a special skill and experience to do the job well. They need to be able to appropriately customize the laser settings and the treatment they administer to make sure they are removing your tattoo efficiently and safely.

Laser tattoo removal can feel like a long process, even if it doesn’t take two years or more, but our patients are thrilled with their results at the end. While the factors above can give you an idea of what to expect, the only way to know what your laser tattoo removal is likely to involve is to schedule a tattoo removal consultation at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center. Our team can assess your tattoo(s) and give you an idea of what to expect. In the meantime, follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more insights and follow Dr. David Whiteman on TikTok.

October 23, 2020

Debunking Four Common Myths About Laser Tattoo Removal

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Despite the initial excitement you had for your tattoo when you first received it, things change. No matter the reason you have for wanting your tattoo gone, laser tattoo removal is the most effective way to do so. Laser removal technology has greatly advanced over the years, but old myths are still lingering around. To help you decipher fact from fiction, the experts at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center have compiled four misconceptions we commonly hear about laser tattoo removal.

Myth #1: New tattoos are easier to remove than older ones.
While you may think that fresher tattoos are more responsive to laser treatment, the opposite is true. Laser tattoo removal works by using wavelengths of light to target specific pigments in the tattoo’s ink. The lasers break the ink into miniscule particles which the body then absorbs. Since tattoos tend to naturally fade over time, the ink of older tattoos is much easier to remove because part of the job is already done. Additionally, laser tattoo removal requires your tattoo to be fully healed, so the older the tattoo is, the easier it is going to be to treat it.

Myth #2: Treating a tattoo is time-consuming.
There are a number of factors such as size, color, depth of ink and age that go into determining how many tattoo laser removal treatments a patient will require to remove their tattoo. For the best results, these treatments are normally spaced four to six weeks apart from each other. However, these individual treatments tend to not be time-consuming at all. In fact, a typical tattoo removal session lasts 20 minutes or less depending on the tattoo’s size. While the overall process can take time, the time spent in each appointment isn’t as long as most think.

Myth #3: Tattoo removal requires no pre- or post-treatment care.
While it is very uncommon to have side effects from laser tattoo removal, patients that fail to follow pre- and post-treatment instructions are more at risk of experiencing complications. Not following proper care guidelines can result in hypopigmentation, hyperpigmentation, blistering, infection, scabbing or bruising. Our licensed providers are expertly trained and will provide you with specific instructions to make your treatments as smooth as possible.

Myth #4: Black ink is hard to remove.
Out of all the colors of ink, black is the easiest to remove. Most colorful inks are complex and contain a lot of additives while black is simplistic and extremely receptive to laser treatment. Colorful tattoos tend to require more treatment sessions and need to be treated with unique wavelengths of lasers. Here at Laser Lights, we have a wide variety of FDA-approved tattoo removal lasers that can target tattoos of all colors including green, which is one of the most difficult colors to remove.

If you’ve been thinking about saying goodbye to your tattoo once and for all, now is the perfect time to begin laser tattoo removal treatments. For more information about tattoo removal or if you would like to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center today. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for even more skincare and tattoo removal updates.

July 25, 2019

A Tattoo Removal Q&A Session with Laser Lights

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Did you know that about four in ten people born after 1980 have a tattoo? Globally, tattoos are becoming a more socially accepted method of self-expression than ever before. However, this doesn’t mean that everyone who commits to permanent ink is satisfied with it. It’s also incredibly common for people to grow discontented over time. There’s no shame in going back on your decision because Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offers advanced tattoo removal technology that can significantly fade the appearance of tattoos.

With a lot of online chatter about tattoo removal, it can seem overwhelming to do research in order to find accurate information. That’s why our professional laser technicians at Laser Lights are answering frequently asked questions about the subject—so you can gain a clear understanding of the ins and outs of this procedure.

Q: My tattoo doesn’t look as good as it did years ago. Why does tattoo ink change over time?

A: Even though tattooing might feel like a standardized process, there’s no telling how your body will react to it. Factors such as placement on the body, ink quality, ink color, your body’s healing process and sun exposure can all affect how it looks on your skin.

When you’re being tattooed, ink is deposited beneath the epidermis layer in your skin. Even though the results are long-lasting, the color and shape isn’t fully permanent due to the body’s immune system response. The ink will be naturally absorbed by the body, causing the image to fade over time.

Q: Is it possible to fade or remove a multi-colored tattoo?

A: This is a very common question because many tattoos incorporate colors other than standard black ink. Each ink color requires a different type of laser and a certain number of treatment sessions to successfully fade. To answer your question, yes, it is possible fade multi-colored tattoos. At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, our advanced FDA approved tattoo removal technology is designed to work on different skin tones and ink colors.

Q: How many sessions are typically required?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question. Our laser technicians are skilled at accomplishing tattoo removal in the fewest sessions possible, but each case depends on a multitude of factors. Some of these variables include how long ago an individual received their tattoo in addition to the amount, type, color, and depth of the tattoo ink. Therefore, the most accurate way of determining how many treatment sessions you’ll need is by scheduling a cosmetic laser consultation at Laser Lights. Keep in mind, however, that each patient’s body responds to the treatments differently. While we can estimate, no one will be able to tell you how many sessions you’ll need with full certainty.

Our goal is to help patients have the freedom to remove their tattoo from their skin if they don’t want it anymore. Tattooing is a great method of self-expression, but sometimes the artwork loses meaning over time. If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, contact us by calling (770) 495-9322. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for more information about our cosmetic lasers and treatments.

December 17, 2018

Top Cosmetic Treatments for Men at Laser Lights

Uncategorized cosmetic surgery, fat reduction procedures, laser hair removal, male plastic surgery, tattoo removal

With each passing year, the unfounded stigma placed on male cosmetic procedures gradually dissolves. Cosmetic care has traditionally been a female dominated area, but there’s no need to exclude a whole half of the population. Laser Lights Cosmetic Center is dedicated to providing premiere treatments for all people, so we’ve compiled a few of our top cosmetic options for men.

Laser Hair Removal

Women aren’t the only demographic that is interested in getting rid of unwanted body hair. Although it’s not as openly talked about, many men have the same tiresome burden of having to routinely shave their bodies. At Laser Lights, male patients who have excessive body hair can clean up their appearance with a series of laser hair removal treatments. Typically, the most popular areas on the body are the face & beard, ears, chest, back, abdomen, feet, and toes. Our licensed and experienced laser technicians work with each patient to move at a comfortable pace and ultimately produce incredible results.

Sculpsure^® Non-Surgical Fat Reduction

Some stubborn areas of fat are seemingly resistant to diet and exercise. Excess pockets of fat can affect self confidence in individuals who have trouble naturally burning it off. Laser Lights uses the non-invasive fat reduction procedure with SculpSure^® to precisely sculpt and enhance your body’s shape. The process begins with the controlled warming of a patient’s deep layers of fat that are located beneath the skin. As fat cells are targeted, the surface is cooled to reduce discomfort. Fat reduction results will then occur throughout the following weeks as the body naturally eliminates the fat sites.

Silk Dermalinfusion^®Microdermabrasion

Typically, the face is the focal point of a person’s appearance. Because of the wide variety of possible cosmetic issues, it has been historically difficult to find a procedure that caters to a wide variety of concerns. This was the case until the creation of Silk Dermalinfusion^®Microdermabrasion. Using this rejuvenation technology, men with facial acne, dullness, aging, dryness and hyperpigmentation can safely improve their look with no downtime. Silk Dermalinfusion® Microdermabrasion is a highly customizable procedure that is safe for all skin types.

Tattoo Removal

Although tattoos are permanent, the feelings about them can always change. Therefore, Laser Lights offers patients the freedom to undo their old ink. Our FDA approved tattoo removal technology is safe for all skin types and ink colors. The size, color and age of your tattoo are all factors in determining how many sessions you’ll need. So, it’s best to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced technicians to determine how long the removal process will take.

We believe that men are just as deserving of professional cosmetic treatment as women. To ask any questions about the details of our procedures, contact our office by calling (770) 495-9322. Laser Lights is on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter to share updates about our exclusive specials and updates.

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