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Visible Skin Tightening

The innovative IPL fractional treatment uses intense pulsed light (IPL) technology to deliver targeted energy to the skin safely, comfortably, and effectively. By stimulating collagen and elastin production, you can achieve visibly smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin with little to no downtime after treatment.

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What Is IPL Fractional?

IPL fractional is a non-invasive cosmetic treatment that uses intense pulsed light (IPL) technology to rejuvenate the skin. It is a type of fractional laser treatment that targets specific areas of the skin to promote the production of new elastin and collagen, which are essential proteins that keep the skin looking youthful and healthy. The IPL fractional delivers infrared light by fractional beams deep into the dermis, stimulating the body’s natural healing response. This allows for the creation of new tissue, reducing the appearance of skin laxity on the face, neck, and abdomen. The result is tighter skin.

IPL Fractional Treatment: What to Expect

During IPL fractional treatment, intense pulsed light (IPL) technology is used to treat various skin conditions like sun damage, age spots, freckles, rosacea, and acne scars. The treatment involves using a handheld device that emits light pulses onto the skin. The light energy penetrates the skin and targets the pigments that cause skin conditions.

The IPL fractional treatment is called "fractional" because it only targets a fraction of the skin, leaving the surrounding skin intact. This helps to minimize the risk of damage to the skin and reduces the recovery time. The treatment typically involves multiple sessions, and the number of sessions required depends on the skin condition's severity.

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FAQ

Are IPL fractional treatments safe?

What makes these treatments different from others?

Are they painful?

Are IPL fractional treatments safe?

The fractional method is much safer and more comfortable than the bulk heating approach of many other systems because it leaves a portion of the skin unaffected by the light pulses.

What makes these treatments different from others?

Rather than using one large beam to deliver infrared light into the skin, the fractional approach delivers an array of small beams. The beams create heated columns in the dermis, which are surrounded by an unaffected area. The healthy, unaffected tissue promotes faster healing.

Are they painful?

This treatment uses 3-stage cooling. It cools the skin before, during, and after each light pulse, so you feel minimal discomfort during the treatment.

After Your Treatment

You may experience lingering warmth, tightness, or redness in the treated area, which fades within a few hours of treatment. Because a portion of the skin is unaffected by the light pulses, there is a quick healing process. Generally, you can receive a treatment and return to work or other activities without any recovery time.

A series of treatments at four to six-week intervals may be required to achieve the desired result of tighter skin on the face, arms, abdomen, and other areas. Your physician will be able to give you more information about the treatment, including costs and expected results.

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Why Choose Skin Care Doctors?

The Skin Care Doctors team of medical professionals is trained in all aspects of cosmetic dermatology. Regardless of your skin concern, our medical providers offer minimally invasive solutions to help you achieve your desired aesthetic. IPL fractional treatments can help tighten your skin, giving you a more youthful, radiant appearance. Contact our office today to see if this treatment can get you closer to your aesthetic goals.

Better skin health starts here. Schedule your appointment today.

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