Background

Wrinkles are a natural part of ageing. Wrinkles form in part because the supportive components of the skin (such as elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid) degrade as we get older. Although much research has been directed at understanding why this happens, it is still a mystery. Everyone ages at a different rate based on genetics, sun exposure, general health, and lifestyle choices (such a smoking and drinking). You can profoundly affect how rapidly you age by avoiding the sun and living a healthy lifestyle. For example, sunlight damages the natural layers of the skin and destroys collagen. For proof of this, examine parts of your skin with minimal sun exposure, such as the inner arms, inner thighs, or buttocks. Notice how soft and smooth the skin is compared to your forearms or face.

The best wrinkle treatment is prevention. By avoiding the sun (including tanning booths) and living a healthy lifestyle, your skin will look younger. However, there are many techniques for wrinkle reduction in use today. If Botox, Collagen and surgery are too aggressive for you, there is an exciting new tool for collagen remodeling of the skin. The revolutionary GentleLASE and GentleYAG lasers from Candela are designed to reduce wrinkles (particularly periorbital) and renew skin.

FAQs

How do the Candela GentleLASE and GentleYAG lasesr help?
The lasers renew skin by stimulating the formation of new collagen beneath the surface of your skin. This process reduces the appearance of enlarged pores, fine lines and wrinkles.


How many treatments will I need?
Typically, three treatments are recommended.


Will I be red afterward?
You will have redness for a period of up to three hours, although in some cases the redness can stay longer.


How long does it take?
The treatments are very quick. They generally take around 5 to 30 minutes, depending on the area of treatment.


Are the results permanent?
The collagen stimulus is semi-permanently, however, you may have to come back for a "touchup" once or twice a year to keep the results fresh.


What precautions should be taken before and after treatment?
Avoid sun exposure for four weeks before treatment, and again after treatment until your practitioner allows it. Care should be taken in the first few days following treatments to avoid scrubbing or rinsing the treated are with abrasive skin cleansers.


Is the laser treatment painful?
The laser emits light in very short bursts called pulses. The impact of the energy from the powerful pulse of light is similar to the snap of a thin rubberband.

If you have a low pain threshold, you can elect to use topical aesthetic cream, which greatly diminishes the potential for discomfort.  One common type of aesthetic cream is called EMLA. It is most effective when applied about 45 minutes prior to the procedure.

 
Are there any side effects to this treatment?
Normal side effects may include redness and swelling which will last for 24-48 hours.


Can I still wear make-up?
Yes, you can re-apply make-up immediately after the procedure.

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Wrinkles Before	Wrinkles After

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