Harvard Study Advances Tattoo Removal

Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) August 31, 2011

Q-switched lasers are typically used for tattoo removal, but the devices are ill-equipped for the treatment of some conditions, including allergic tattoo reactions. Though long considered the gold standard, these lasers can cause pain and discomfort, are unable to remove some color spectrums such as yellow, and non-tattooed areas of the skin are often exposed to laser light, as the beam lacks precision. Over the last 10 years, just two different types of lasers have been employed for tattoo removal, with many limitations. Ablative fractional resurfacing (AFR) offers a solution to these shortcomings.

The Sciton? Fractionated Erbium laser is used in conjunction with a traditional laser, and utilizes a computer-controlled scanner so that only the area being treated is actually exposed to laser energy. In addition to tattoo removal and the treatment of allergic tattoo reactions, the laser can be used for combination treatments, such as scar removal or scar repair. All colors, including hard-to-treat colors, can be removed with the Sciton? Fractionated Erbium laser, in less time than with traditional lasers. This is possible because the laser penetrates deep into the skin to more effectively break up the ink pigmentation. Once the ink has been exposed to the laser energy and broken up, it is naturally absorbed into the body. As the ink becomes less concentrated, it begins to fade, eventually dissolving altogether. The Sciton? Fractionated Erbium laser is so effective that the number of treatment sessions required can be markedly reduced, saving the patient time and money.

In a study conducted by Harvard University, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) in June 2011, two patients were treated with the AFR Sciton? Fractionated Erbium laser. The first patient, a male aged 52, suffered an allergic reaction from a portion of a multi-colored tattoo on his upper extremity. The second patient was a 31-year-old woman with a red and black tattoo on her lower extremity. After a series of treatments with the AFR, both patients experienced a substantial or complete resolution of symptoms, and the tattoo ink was significantly reduced or completely removed. The Harvard study concluded that AFR treatment ? such as that offered by the Sciton? Fractionated Erbium laser ? was safe and effective for the removal of allergic tattoos.

As reported in the New York Times, a recent report by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) estimates that nearly 45 million Americans have tattoos; tellingly, nearly 17 percent of those with tattoos, or some 7 million people, regret their decision. Tattoo removal is becoming increasingly popular each year. Dr. Morris Westfried of New York City recognizes the need within his community for this service and is now using this standardized approach.

Call (718) 837-9004 to schedule an appointment with Morris Westfried. MD, an expert tattoo removal and laser treatment specialist.

For further information, visit http://www.tattoos-removed.com.

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Laser Hair Removal In Cincinnati Gets Easy Financing Option

Cincinnati, Ohio (PRWEB) September 01, 2011

Reflection Medical Spa is pleased to announce their partnership with CosmetiCredit, offering healthcare finance solutions for their patients. CosmetiCredit offers convenient financing for plastic and cosmetic surgery. They are offering Reflection Med Spa?s patients no enrollment fees, no annual fees and superior customer service.

Dr. Florencia Guzman of Reflection Med Spa says, ?CosmetiCredit is filling a much requested need for our patients. They take away the stress of upfront costs and allow the patients to focus on their treatments. Their services open up cosmetic procedure options to those who in the past couldn?t afford it.?

Reflection Med Spa specializes in treatments that are designed to assist patients in their desire to age gracefully and virtually pain-free, yet without the high costs of plastic surgery and lengthy down time. Their innovative laser treatments are safe and effective for patients of all skin colors and ethnicities. Services include BOTOX?, vitamin B-12, sclerotherapy, wrinkle fillers, laser hair removal, leg vein removal, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels.

?CosmetiCare and Reflection Medical Spa?s mission is the same. We put our clients? needs first and do everything possible to make their experience easy, convenient and safe?, notes Dr Guzman.

Reflection Medical Spa is Cincinnati?s premier location for non-invasive cosmetic procedures, such as laser hair removal, BOTOX?, chin lift / jaw line and facial line fillers. They offer the most advanced aesthetic laser hair removal and dermatologic procedures available today in a professional spa environment. They offer treatments to fill scars, cellulite dimples, sunken eyes, excessive sweating of the hands, feet and underarms (Hyperhydrosis), smokers lines, and hand rejuvenation. Reflection Medspa is headed by Dr. Florencia R. Guzman, M.D. Dr. Guzman is certified with The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine.

http://www.reflectionmedicalspa.com 513.671.2411, Cincinnati Ohio

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Rocky Mountain Laser Aesthetics Named 2010 Best Tattoo Removal on Denver's 7 A-List

Denver, CO (PRWEB) October 2, 2010

Rocky Mountain Laser Aesthetics, 250 Steele St. in Denver, Colo., in Cherry Creek North was named BEST TATTOO REMOVAL 2010 Denver?s 7-A-List. Channel 7 TV sponsors the A-List annually and this is the second year in a row that Rocky Mountain Laser Aesthetic has been named to the list.

The Denver's 7 A-List features more than 4,400 of the Denver area's top local businesses. Winners are nominated by popular vote.

?We are thrilled to be named the #1 Best Tattoo Removal in the Denver area,? said Jeffrey Raval, MD, FACS, Medical Director and owner of Rocky Mountain Laser Aesthetics. ?Thanks to all who voted for us!?

Rocky Mountain Laser Aesthetics specializes in laser tattoo and hair removal, plus laser treatments to erase wrinkles and veins, microdermabrasion, lunchtime peels, Botox injections, Dysport and facial fillers like Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse and Perlane.

Until now, tattoo removal left an unsightly scar. But using the MedLite? laser, a Q-Switched laser Nd: YAG laser, the laser of choice in this class of laser, any tattoo can be significantly lightened and reduced, even across a wide variety of tattoo inks. The MedLite laser uses rapid absorption of light energy that causes the tattoo ink to break into tiny particles that can be flushed from the body?s system naturally. And the best part is that the MedLite laser leaves the surrounding tissue, the area that is not tattooed, unharmed.

The tattoo laser procedure may take anywhere between 10 minutes to one hour depending on the tattoo. Up to 10 visits can be required. Continuous high-powered laser pulses lasting for less than one millionth of a second are aimed at the tattoo. Due to the fact that not all tattoo colors respond the same to lasers, multiple lasers may be needed. In order to allow time for your skin to heal and your body to absorb and dissolve the ink, this procedure will most likely need to be completed in multiple sessions over several months.

Visit http://www.RockyMountainLaser.com for more details on tattoo removal and laser hair removal. Or call the Rocky Mountain Laser clinic at 303-985-8520.

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Laser Hair Removal Prizes Presented to Three South Coast Medspa Facebook Fans to Commemorate Milestone of Serving Over 70,000 Patients

Newport Beach, CA (PRWEB) November 23, 2011

On the last day of November, South Coast MedSpa will award three people out of their Facebook fans with prizes that he or she may use at one of their laser hair removal centers, Orange County or Los Angeles, and coming soon to San Diego County.

The winners will be selected at random and everyone who has already ?liked? the South Coast MedSpa Facebook page or ?Likes? the page before November 30th will be eligible to win one of the prizes. The laser treatment clinic will be giving away prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place selected at random from the list of people who are fans of the South Coast Medspa Facebook page.

The grand prize winner will receive a full body laser hair removal package valued at over $ 4000. The 2nd prize is a $ 500 certificate that the winner will be able to use on laser hair removal or any other laser service or treatment. The final prize is a coupon for a free session of laser hair removal for the 3rd person.

South Coast Medspa recently performed their 70,000th procedure using their laser technology and will be drawing winners on Tuesday, November 30th to celebrate the milestone. The laser treatment center offers laser tattoo removal,laser acne scar resurfacing and laser hair removal in Orange County and Los Angeles.

The lasers are very safe and the procedures for laser hair removal are essentially pain free. In a survey of 100 patients, and 87% of them said that the procedure was virtually pain-free and much easier than they had previously perceived (Read more about this survey and study at http://www.southcoastmedspa.com/survey_results.php).

Patients of any age or skin type can use the laser technology and services that South Coast Medspa offers, and patients from all over the world travel to their Newport Beach center for laser hair removal in Orange County. The second South Coast Medspa center is located in Brentwood where numerous celebrities have chosen to have their laser hair removal in Los Angeles at this laser treatment center.

South Coast Medspa will open a third location soon south of Orange County in La Jolla. The center will be ideal for anyone requiring laser hair removal in San Diego County and the surrounding area, or for any individuals interested in a new state-of-the-art laser hair removal center.

To become eligible for the South Coast Medspa drawing, access the SCMS page on Facebook and click the ?Like? button at the top of the page.

For more information on laser treatments in Orange County and Los Angeles go to their website http://www.southcoastmedspa.com to read about the different services for laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, and laser acne scar resurfacing; or for immediate service or to make an appointment call a laser specialist from South Coast Medspa at 1-(877) 650-SCMS [7267].

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Laser Hair Removal in New Jersey- Ethos Spa, Skin and Laser Center of Summit, NJ Adds a Second Location in Englewood, NJ

Summit, New Jersey (PRWEB) September 02, 2011

Ethos Spa, Skin and Laser Center, located in Summit, NJ is adding a second location in Englewood, NJ. Highly qualified physicians perform non-invasive and minimally invasive cosmetic and anti-aging procedures in a tranquil, luxurious environment. Procedures include laser hair removal, Botox, Juvederm, chemical peels, acne treatments, superficial vein removal, rosacea treatment, and skin resurfacing using Fraxel. Laser hair removal is one of our most popular procedure.

Laser hair removal is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedure. Lasers are a very efficient way of removal unwanted hair from virtually any part of the body. There are many providers of laser hair removal in New Jersey, but it is important to have all the information before deciding on a laser hair provider.

Lasers utilize light to destroy the hair follicle. Dark, thick hair responds bests to hair removal. Laser hair removal is not very effective for light colored hair such as white, gray, blonde, or even red. Lasers employ the principles of selective photothermolysis where the pigment in the hair absorbs the light converting it to heat and destroying the hair. Typically 4 to 6 treatments are required before you experience significant reduction from laser hair removal. Some clients may require more treatments to experience significant reduction in hair. The procedure can be employed anywhere there is hair growth and is suitable for both men and women. Areas typically treated include face, neck, underarms, arms, legs, back, chest, bikini, and Brazilian.

Before having your laser hair removal procedure performed in New Jersey NJ, you need to have some basic information about your laser provider. Lasers are very powerful devices and while advances in technology have made them increasingly safer, the procedure is best performed by trained medical professionals such as doctors who understand laser tissue interactions, skin type, and are comfortable in treating complications. It is best to go to a location in NJ for laser hair removal that has multiple different lasers because not all lasers are safe and effective on the different skin types. For example, ethnic or dark skin type including Mediterranean, South American, Asian, and African skin should be treated by the YAG laser.

Preparation for the laser hair removal procedure NJ include sun avoidance before and after the procedure. While lasers can be employed on any skin type including tanned skin, it is best to avoid the tanning at least 1 to 2 weeks before the procedure to mitigate any unwanted complications. It is also important not to wax, pluck, or tweeze the hair 3 to 4 weeks before the procedure or in between treatments. Shaving, bleaching, and using depilatory creams are acceptable alternative to stay groomed. After your laser hair removal provider has had a chance to see the density and quality of hair, you also need to shave or utilize another of the aforementioned alternative prior to the treatment as laser hair removal works on the hair bulb and hair need not stick above the skin for effective results.

Laser hair removal NJ is performed in a series of treatments. Most people will require 4 to 6 treatments to see effective results. Some people will require more treatments. The duration between the treatments is primarily dependent on the areas being treated. Laser hair removal is performed once a month for areas such as the face and neck while it may be performed once every 6 to 8 weeks for other areas such as the arms and legs. The reason for multiple treatments is that hair grows in stages and is most susceptible to being removed while in the active growth phase. Only a percentage of the hair in a given area is in this stage and with each treatment, you can expect a 15% to 20% reduction in hair. Most people can experience long term results after the laser hair removal procedure but at some point hair regrowth can recur. Hormonal changes, medical conditions, and certain medication can increase your likelihood for regrowth or result in less hair reduction. It is important to discuss the laser hair removal procedure with your provider so you have realistic expectations.

When hair regrowth does occur, it tends to be finer and lighter than the original hair and further reduction with lasers may not be possible. It is important to be aware that laser hair removal should not be performed in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It is also not recommended in children under the age of 14 or for someone taking Accutane. Patients with certain light sensitive conditions such as lupus or those with significant and poorly conditions medical conditions such as diabetes should also be careful about getting laser hair removal.

While laser hair removal is a safe and effective procedure in NJ, there are risks. These include pigment changes such as hypopigmentation(lightening of skin), hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin), superficials burns, and rarely permanent scarring. While complications rarely results in permanent side effects, it is important to go to a laser hair provider who has worked with different lasers, understands the difference in skin types, and know how to treat complications should they occur. Ask your laser hair provider for the number of procedures performed, experiences with ethnic skin, and the number of complications.

Most providers of laser hair removal will offer either numbing medications or cooling devices to make the procedure as comfortable as possible. Cooling is often incorporated into the laser and can take the form of a cool spray or a cold tip to help protect the skin from excessive heat. In New Jersey, some laser hair providers will also offer external cooling in the form of a device that blows very cold area across the area treated to protect the skin. While none of these devices will completely remove any discomfort, the hair removal procedure is typically fast for smaller areas and the aforementioned techniques will mitigate the discomfort. Many people have likened the laser hair removal procedure to the snap of a rubber band but everyone has different tolerant levels for pain or discomfort.

You may experience temporary redness and swelling that can last from a few hours to several days. It is very important to avoid significant sun exposure after the procedure to reduce any complications such as pigment changes. Once the redness and swelling has subsided, the risk is diminished. As a general rule of thumb, make sure you wear sunscreen before and after the procedure. If there is significant redness and swelling notify your laser hair removal provider and you may need to use topical steroids for a few days to reduce the redness and swelling. If there is any crusting, blister formation, significant pain or wound formation, notify your laser hair provider immediately.

Laser hair removal in NJ New Jersey is a very safe and effective procedure when performed by a trained professional. Look for a physician or a mid level practitioner working directly under physician supervision. Ask lots of questions and above all relax. Your life is about to get a whole lot easier without having to worry about shaving every day. Remember laser hair removal is not permanent and you may experience some regrowth.

Visit Ethos Spa, Skin and Laser Center and schedule your complimentary consultation with one of our physicians today. Call 908-273-5400 or click here to contact us. We have locations in Summit, NJ and will be adding a second location in Englewood, NJ. Come experience the Ethos difference.

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