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This Laser generates an intense beam of light which brings energy
to a specific site through a hand piece connected to the laser
console. The laser light is absorbedly oxyhemoglobin (bright
red blood cells carrying oxygen) and melanin/pigment (black
or brown pigment found in the skin) causing decomposition or
destruction by heat of unwanted cells while leaving healthy
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What conditions are treated with this laser?
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Vascular Lesions |
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Telengectasias |
Facial spider veins caused
by a delation of capillary vessels or arterioles. |
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Cherry Angiomas |
Slightly raised, red lesions. |
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Spider Angiomas |
Slightly raised, red spider-like
lesions. |
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Pigmented
Lesions |
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Lentingines |
Flat, brown spots on the
skin, present on skin with frequent sun exposure. |
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Keratosis |
Slightly elevated
pigmented spots seen on face and back of hands. |
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Freckles |
Brownish spots on the skin,
common on people with fair skin. |
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Dermatosis Papulosis Nigra |
Small black marks seen
primarily on people of Asian or African descent. |
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Treatments vary, depending on patient characteristics
and the area being treated. You will be asked to wear
special goggles to protect your eyes from the intense
beam of light. You will be placed in a reclined position,
depending on the location of treatment. Dr. Pilest will
use a "pencil thin" handpiece to direct a beam
of laser light to the lesion. In most cases, anesthesia
is not required, however topical anesthesia may be used
prior the treatment. Some patients report feeling a slight
stinging sensation during the treatment followed by some
redness which usually goes away in 2-4 hours. Some swelling
may also be experienced and may last 1-2 days. There will
not be any purple discoloration or bruised appearance
to the treated skin.
Postoperative care is minimal.
Dr Pilest will ask you to use an antibacterial ointment
on the treated area for a short period of time and will
suggest that you stay out of the sun during the healing
process. Final treatment results should be evident within
10-14 days after treatment for vascular lesions and within
2-3 weeks after treatment for pigmented lesions. In the
meantime, normal daily activities can be resumed with
only a slight evident of the treatment area.
Ask Dr. Pilest after a brief examination he can determine
if this laser treatment is appropriate for you and since
this treatment takes only a few minutes, Dr. Pilest
is usually able to perform the procedure on your first
appointment.
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laser treatments for
sundamage,
pigmentation,
acne and acne scars
and
Fraxel CO2 laser for 3 in 1 skin rejuvenation. A Nonsurgical Nose Job is possible with simple injections of Radiesse.
Dr. Pilest, a Board Certified dermatologist and one of Orange County's most
popular cosmetic dermatology specialists, offers patients in Orange County a wide variety of
wrinkle fillers such as
Restylane,
Juvederm,
Cosmoderm and Cosmoplast,
Radiesse (also known as Radiance), and
Sculptra. Dr. Pilest treats patients from the Newport Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills,
Tustin, Mission Viejo and Orange County area as well as cities throughout California, the United States and abroad.
He is recognized as a master level injection specialist and is a national
teaching faculty member for Bioform Medical. Dr. Pilest is well known for his
expert treatments in managing
Rosacea,
acne, and
hyperpigmentation.
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