Equipment
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
Intense Pulsed Light skin rejuvenation with the Candela Ellipse I2PL is a safe and effective way to achieve younger looking skin. Unlike laser treatments that utilize only one wavelength of light and therefore typically offer benefits for only one aspect of aged skin, IPL treatment provides multiple wavelengths of light that help to restore all aspects of aged sun damaged skin in one treatment.
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After one Ellipse Photo Rejuvenation Treatment
After two treatments
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IPL reduces the appearance of solar lentigos (a.k.a. “agespots”, “liverspots”, “sunspots”), telangiectasias (facial blood vessels/redness), and promotes collagen remodeling reducing the appearance of fine wrinkling in the skin. Also, IPL is an exceedingly effective method for the removal of “age spots” found on the hands and arms. IPL treatment is simple in-office procedure which requires no significant “downtime” after treatment.
Contact the Dermatology Center of Canyon County today to see if IPL skin rejuvenation is right for you.
Laser Hair Removal
Dermatology Center of Canyon County is proud to offer Laser Hair Removal with the Candela Gentlelase Plus system. This laser system is the state of the art treatment for the removal of unwanted pigmented hairs. The Gentlelase system is also a safe and effective way to reduce wrinkling around the eyes (“crow’s-feet”). To see if Gentlelase treatment is the right choice for you, free consultations are available with our licensed aesthetician, Helen Godfrey.
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During laser hair removal, laser light is passed over your skin. The laser's energy is absorbed by the dark pigment (melanin) in your hair follicles, disabling the follicles and preventing them from growing. Individual sessions can last from a few minutes to a few hours, depending on the size of the area being worked on.
| Laser hair removal usually requires multiple treatments. The number of sessions you'll need is determined by the area being treated, your hair's density and your hair growth cycle. The growth cycle of a hair follicle can last from 4 to 12 months, depending on which part of the body it's on. Each hair may be at a different stage in the cycle, and lasers are more effective on hairs that are currently growing. However, since large amounts of hair can be treated at one time--versus the one-by-one approach of electrolysis and tweezing--laser treatements are faster than some other methods. Laser hair removal can be used on any part of your body. |
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Lasers for hair removal can be used only under the direction of a board-certified dermatologist or dermatologic surgeon. The ideal candidate for laser hair removal is someone with fair skin and dark brown or black hair. Advances in laser technology allow treatment of all skin types, though people with dark skin types or tans are at an increased risk of having their treated skin become darker or lighter. The procedure is not effective for white or blonde hair because those hair follicles lack the dark pigment that is necessary to absorb--and be disabled by--the laser energy.
Narrow Band UVB Photo Therapy
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The Dermatology Center of Canyon County offers Narrow Band UVB Photo Therapy (NBUVB). NBUVB is a medical treatment that is a safe and effective treatment for Psoriasis, Vitliligo, Eczema/Itching skin, and other skin diseases. This treatment offers many of the same benefits as PUVA (Psoralen UVA), but with reduced risks and enhanced convenience for the patient. Dr. Powell and his staff will be happy to discuss this form of therapy for your skin to see if it is right for you. Also, please visit The Daavlin Company, the manufacturers of our machine, and The National Psoriasis Foundation to learn more. |
Vbeam Laser
The Vbeam laser is a vascular specific laser system that can be used to treat a wide range of blood vessel abnormalities in the skin including facial redness from Rosacea, Spider Veins of the face and legs, Port Wine Stains, Cherry Angiomas, Acne Scar improvement, treatment of Keloid Scars, and Wart removal. Also similar to the IPL and Gentlelase systems, Vbeam is an effective method of Photo Rejuvenation of the skin of the face and neck, improving the appearance of Periorbital Wrinkles (crow’s-feet) and Age Spots. Dr. Powell and his staff will be happy to assess your skin and help you choose the treatments that are right for you.
Periorbital Wrinkles
Venous Lake Vascular Lesions
Leg Veins
Facial Telangiectasia
Diamond Tome (Microdermabrasion)
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Dermatology Center of Canyon County utilizes the Diamond Tome system for the process of Skin Resurfacing. This process improves skin texture, reduces the appearance of fine wrinkles and can be used in combination with other treatments including chemical peels and topical medications to improve a variety of skin conditions including Sundamage, Photo Aging, and Acne. Results are gradual and effective, helping you to experience softer, smoother and healthier skin. |
