How
many treatments will I need?
Are
there any side effects?
What
is the FotoFacial RF procedure like?
How
long does the FotoFacial RF procedure take?
How
much does FotoFacial RF cost?
What
are the pretreatment procedures?
What
are the post treatment procedures?
How many treatments will
I need?
Given that there is little damage to the skin surface,
several treatments may be required to see the desired
effect. For best results, approximately 4-6 treatments,
spaced 3-4 weeks apart, are needed. The number of
skin rejuvenation treatments depends on the area
treated, your expectations and your goals, thus
your medical professional will decide on a plan
that is best for you.
Are there any side effects?
Side effects can include transient redness and increased
or decreased pigment in the treated area. Minimizing
sun exposure can reduce these side effects.
What is the FotoFacial
RF procedure like?
First, the area to be treated is cleansed. Then
a thin layer of ultrasound gel is applied to the
treatment area and you will be given protective
eyewear. The treatment requires no anesthesia.
FotoFacial RF treatments are accomplished through
a delicate hand piece attached to the ELOS system.
When placed against the skin you will feel the cold
tip. When the pulse of light and low energy radio
frequency is administered there is a momentary sensation
that is easily tolerated.
Brown spots at first appear darker, right after
the treatment. After several days they begin to
flake off. There is no bruising or discoloration.
The skin is not broken by the treatment, thus patients
are able to return to full activities immediately
after treatments.
How long does the FotoFacial
RF procedure take?
Treatments take between twenty-five minutes to forty-five
minutes depending on the size of the area being
treated.
How much does FotoFacial
RF cost?
The cost usually varies according to the treatment
size. We do offer "packages" of five prepaid
treatments. The fee per treatment is reduced, so
the overall price is less. This depends on the area
being treated. This is the most economical way to
get the best results
What are the pretreatment
procedures?
Usually none are necessary - we do prefer that you
would not come in with any kind of a sunburn or
particularly suntan. This treatment works best on
paler skin and if you are tanned, the tan will pick
up the light waves instead of the abnormal pigment
or blood vessels that we want to treat. If you are
tanning, we ask you to try to stop at least one
month prior to your treatment sessions. Please stay
away from suntan parlors, and do not apply any "self-tanning"
creams for one week prior. You may use these afterwards.
Please do not take any "photo" sensitive
medicines for one week prior including the following:
A. Tetracycline, Minocin, Dynacin, Monodox or Doryx
B. Diuretics C. Antifungals D. NSAIDs, Aleve, St.
John's Wort.
If you have ever had herpes or think you may have
(cold sores or fever blisters), inform your practitioner
prior to scheduling your appointment so that we
take the necessary precautions prior to your treatment
in order to prevent any side effects.
What are the post treatment
procedures?
Immediately after your treatment the area is cleansed
and you can return to your normal activities. Dark
spots and small blood vessels may seem a little
more noticeable, but they will begin to fade after
several days. Wee may recommend that you use a specially-formulated
skin care product line or prescribe a skin care
regime especially formulated for your skin type
after your FotoFacial RF treatments. The use of
sunblock is strongly encouraged on any treated areas
exposed to the sun.
There is virtually no down time, and you may go
right back to work. Do not suntan for the next week,
and avoid any excess sun exposure for the next month.
You may resume any acne or topical aging medications
the following night.
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