Archive for the ‘Laser - Dermatology’ Category
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
With the combination of two devices is possible to repair stretch marks. Smartlipo Triplex is used to deliver heat precisely to the sub-dermal layer, stimulating significant collagen production in the dermal layer of skin, which leads to filling of the existing stretch marks and skin tightening. Additionally, the increased collagen support in the dermis improves skin’s elasticity and can prevent further stretch marks.” Plus a Fractional CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing treatment works by emitting short, scattered pulses of ablative light to only a fraction of the stretch mark creating microscopic wounds stimulating new collagen and epithelium to repair and restore the skin’s elasticity. For more info go to: www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: Abdominoplasty, Botox, Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement, breast enlargment, Collagen, Facial Rejuvenation, fillers, wrinkles
Posted in Acne Scar Treatment, Acne Treatments, Age Spots, Aging Hands, Artefill Treatments, Birthmark Treatment, CO2 Laser, Collagen, Collagen Injections, Facial Peel, Facial Treatments, Fractional CO2 Laser, Fractional Laser Resurfacing, Freckles Treatment, Hyper pigmentation, Laser - Dermatology, Laser Acne Treatments, Laser Brown Spot Removal, Laser Pigmentation Treatments, Laser Rosacea Treatment, Laser Scar Treatment, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Stretch Marks Removal, Redness treatments, Rosacea Treatment, Scar Treatment, Skin Discolorations, Skin Laser, Skin Laxity, Skin Rejuvenation, Skin Texture Improvement, Skin Tightening, Spider Veins Removal, Stretch Marks Treatment, Sun Spots Treatment, costa rica | No Comments »
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
The time when the tourist, came to Costa Rica with only a suitcase and a sight seeing itinerary is far behind. Most of them now arrive with the intention of going in for medical treatment or for some cosmetic work. According to statistics across the country, the number of tourists who plan cosmetic procedures while on holiday has risen exponentially, because of highly qualified doctors who offer treatments at unbelievably low prices, performing the procedures at well equipped hospitals that offer world class medical care. To read more go to: www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: Abdominoplasty, Botox, Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement, breast enlargment, Breast Implants, Breast Lift, Breast Reconstruction, Breast Surgery, Collagen, Cosmetic Dentistry, Cosmetic Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgery, Crowns, Dental Implants, Dental Veneers, Eyelid Surgery
Posted in Abdominoplasty, Acne Scar Treatment, Acne Treatments, Age Spots, Aging Hands, Arm Lift, Artefill Treatments, Autologous fat transplantation, Bicep and Tricep Implants, Birthmark Treatment, Blepharoplasty, Body Contouring, Body Sculpturing, Bonding, Botox, Botox Injections, Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement, Breast Enlargement, Breast Implants, Breast Lift, Breast Reconstruction, Breast Reduction, Breast Surgery, Bridges, Broken Blood Vessels, Broken Capillaries, Brow Lift, Brown Spots, Buttocks Augmentation, Buttocks Contouring, Buttocks Fat Grafts, Buttocks Implants, Buttocks Lift, Buttocks Microfat Grafting, Buttocks Reduction, CO2 Laser, Calf Implants, Caps, Cellulite Treatment, Cheek Implants, Chemical Peel, Chin Implants, Chin Improvement, Collagen, Collagen Injections, Corrective Ear Surgery, Cosmetic Dentistry, Cosmetic Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgery, Crowns, Dental, Dental Implants, Dental Veneers, Dentures, Dermabrasion, ER Yag, Ear Correction, Ear Surgery, Endoscopic Brow Lift, Enlarged Pores, Eyebrow Lift, Eyelid Surgery, Eyelids Removal, Facelift, Facial Flushing, Facial Peel, Facial Plastic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, Facial Treatments, Fat Injection, Fat Transfer, Fine Lines, Flankplasty, Forehead and Brow Lift, Fotofacial IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser, Fractional Laser Resurfacing, Gastric Banding, Gastric Bypass Surgery, Gynecomastia, Hair Micrograft, Hair Replacement, Hair Transplant, Hand Rejuvenation, Hand Surgery, Jaw Reconstructive Surgery, Laser - Dermatology, Laser Acne Treatments, Laser Birthmark Removal, Laser Brown Spot Removal, Laser Eye Resurfacing, Laser Fine Line Removal, Laser Hair Reduction, Laser Hair Removal, Laser Hand Rejuvenation, Laser Keratosis Treatments, Laser Lip Enhancement, Laser Liver Spot Removal, Laser Mole Removal, Laser Pigmentation Treatments, Laser Rosacea Treatment, Laser Scar Treatment, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Spider Vein Removal, Laser Stretch Marks Removal, Laser Sun Damage Treatment, Laser Sun Spot Treatment, Lip Augmentation, Lip Reduction, Lipectomy, Liposculpture, Liposuction, Lower body lift, Male Breast Reduction, Mastopexy, Micro Hair Restoration, Micro Hair Transplant, Micro Lipoinjection, Micro Pigmentation, Microsurgery, Mini-Facelift, Nasal Surgery, Neck Lift, Neck Liposuction, Nose Job, Nose Surgery, Obesity Treatment, Oral Surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Otoplasty, Pectoral Implants, Periodontal Surgery, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Platysmaplasty, Porcelain Crowns, Porcelain Veneers, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, Rhinoplasty, Rhytidectomy, Rosacea Treatment, Saline Breast Implants, Scalp Lifting, Scalp Reduction, Scar Treatment, Silicone Breast Implants, Skin Tightening, Spider Veins Removal, Stomach Banding, Stretch Marks Treatment, Submental Liposuction, TMJ, Teeth Implants, Thigh Reduction, Thigh lift, Tooth Bonding, Tram Flap Surgery, Tumescent Liposuction, Tummy Tuck, Ultrasonic Liposuction, Uncategorized, Veneers, Vibroliposuction, Wrinkles Removal, costa rica | No Comments »
Friday, July 23rd, 2010
If spider veins are bothersome, they can be treated in your dermatologist’s office. “Laser therapy is the best way to remove spider veins on the face and has been the gold standard for the past 20 years. The veins selectively absorb the laser’s wavelengths of light; this light destroys the blood vessels and restores the skin’s natural appearance. Laser treatment is quick, safe and the results are immediate.”
For smaller veins on the face typically require only a single laser treatment that lasts about 10 minutes. Some people may choose to have a topical anesthetic or ice applied to the area being treated to reduce possible discomfort. Side effects are few and include temporary discoloration of the area treated. There are many other skin problems which are treated with laser… to find out more: www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: Botox, Collagen, Cosmetic Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation
Posted in Age Spots, Broken Blood Vessels, Broken Capillaries, Brown Spots, IPL Intense pulsed light, Intense Pulsed Light IPL, Laser - Dermatology, Laser Rosacea Treatment, Laser Spider Vein Removal, Laser Varicose Veins Removal, Laser Wrinkle Treatments, Leg Veins Surgery, Rosacea Treatment, Sclerotherapy, Skin Discolorations, Skin Laser, Spider Veins Removal, Uncategorized, Varicose Veins Removal, Varicose Veins surgery, Vascular Lesion Treatments, Vein Surgery, Vein removal, costa rica | No Comments »
Friday, July 23rd, 2010
Now with stem cells, which have immunosuppressive and immuno modulatory properties, there is more hope for vitiligo patients. Stem cells are injected intra-venous in the body and helps stabilize the spread of vitiligo, and boost pigmentation over a period of time. Fortunately, with recent advances in biotechnology and Melanocyte transplant surgery, such therapy has made it possible for patients to get back their original skin colour. Read more: www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: Cosmetic Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, facial surgery
Posted in Acne Scar Treatment, Acne Treatments, Age Spots, Aging Hands, Artefill Treatments, Birthmark Treatment, Botox, Botox Injections, Broken Blood Vessels, Broken Capillaries, Brown Spots, CO2 Laser, Cellulite Treatment, Chemical Peel, Collagen, Collagen Injections, Dermabrasion, ER Yag, Enlarged Pores, Facial Flushing, Facial Peel, Facial Treatments, Fat Injection, Fat Transfer, Fine Lines, Fractional CO2 Laser, Fractional Laser Resurfacing, Freckles Treatment, Hyper pigmentation, IPL Intense pulsed light, Intense Pulsed Light IPL, Juvederm, Laser - Dermatology, Laser Acne Treatments, Laser Birthmark Removal, Laser Brown Spot Removal, Laser Eye Resurfacing, Laser Fine Line Removal, Laser Hand Rejuvenation, Laser Pigmentation Treatments, Laser Rosacea Treatment, Laser Scar Treatment, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Spider Vein Removal, Laser Stretch Marks Removal, Laser Sun Damage Treatment, Laser Sun Spot Treatment, Laser Surgery, Laser Tattoo Removal, Laser Toning, Laser Wrinkle Treatments, Lip Embellishment, Lip Enhancement, Lip Injections, Lip Lift, Lip Rejuvenation, Micro Pigmentation, Peel, Peelings, Permanent Fillers, Pigmentation, Pigmented Lesions, Rosacea Treatment, Scar Treatment, Skin Discolorations, Skin Laser, Skin Laxity, Skin Rejuvenation, Skin Texture Improvement, Stretch Marks Treatment, Sun Damage treatments, Sun Spots Treatment, Uncategorized, Uneven Pigmentation, V beam Laser Treatment, costa rica | No Comments »
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010
Thе way thаt thermage works іѕ tο heat up thе inner layers οf skin tissues ѕο thаt collagen аrе contracted іn areas thаt аrе being subjected tο іt. Thе radiofrequencies trigger collagen production thаt results tο firm, tighter аnd a much younger looking skin. Sіnсе thermage works іn a way thаt excites thе production οf collagen, thе effects οf thermage anti-aging treatments сοuld bе observed usually within 48 hours аftеr thе treatment аnd thе results improve weeks tο months afterwards…… more: www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: Collagen, Cosmetic Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgery, fillers, Vibroliposuction, weight loss, wrinkles
Posted in Acne Scar Treatment, Acne Treatments, Age Spots, Aging Hands, Artefill Treatments, Birthmark Treatment, Botox, Botox Injections, Broken Blood Vessels, Broken Capillaries, Brown Spots, CO2 Laser, Cellulite Treatment, Chemical Peel, Collagen, Collagen Injections, Dermabrasion, ER Yag, Enlarged Pores, Facial Flushing, Facial Peel, Facial Treatments, Fat Injection, Fat Transfer, Fotofacial IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser, Fractional Laser Resurfacing, Freckles Treatment, Hair Loss Treatment, Hair removal, Hyper pigmentation, IPL Intense pulsed light, Intense Pulsed Light IPL, Juvederm, Laser - Dermatology, Laser Acne Treatments, Laser Birthmark Removal, Laser Brown Spot Removal, Laser Eye Resurfacing, Laser Fine Line Removal, Laser Hand Rejuvenation, Laser Lip Enhancement, Laser Pigmentation Treatments, Laser Rosacea Treatment, Laser Scar Treatment, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Spider Vein Removal, Laser Stretch Marks Removal, Laser Sun Damage Treatment, Laser Sun Spot Treatment, Laser Surgery, Laser Tattoo Removal, Laser Toning, Laser Varicose Veins Removal, Laser Wrinkle Treatments, Leg Veins Surgery, Lip Embellishment, Redness treatments, Skin Discolorations, Skin Laser, Skin Laxity, Skin Rejuvenation, Skin Texture Improvement, Skin Tightening, Stretch Marks Treatment, Sun Damage treatments, Sun Spots Treatment, Ultrasonic Liposuction, Uncategorized, Vibroliposuction | No Comments »
Tuesday, June 29th, 2010
Imagine a laser procedure that lifts the eyes, with results comparable to an eyelift, making you look younger without surgery or needles. Some dermatologists had created the Madonna Lift procedure, using fractional CO2 laser technology as an alternative for those patients who may not yet require a full blepharoplasty but will benefit from a laser treatment… to learn more go to: www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: Botox, Collagen, Cosmetic Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgery, face lift, Facelift, Facial Rejuvenation, fillers, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery, wrinkles
Posted in Artefill Treatments, Blepharoplasty, Botox, Botox Injections, CO2 Laser, Cellulite Treatment, Chemical Peel, Collagen, Collagen Injections, Cosmetic Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgery, Dermabrasion, ER Yag, Enlarged Pores, Facelift, Facial Flushing, Facial Peel, Facial Plastic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, Facial Treatments, Fat Injection, Fat Transfer, Fine Lines, Fotofacial IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser, Fractional Laser Resurfacing, Intense Pulsed Light IPL, Laser - Dermatology, Laser Acne Treatments, Laser Eye Resurfacing, Laser Fine Line Removal, Laser Scar Treatment, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Surgery, Laser Toning, Microdermabrasion, Mini-Facelift, Peelings, Permanent Fillers, Plastic Surgeon, Radiance, Radiesse, Restylane, Rhytidectomy, Scar Treatment, Skin Laser, Skin Laxity, Skin Rejuvenation, Skin Texture Improvement, Skin Tightening, costa rica | No Comments »
Thursday, June 24th, 2010
While radio frequency energy causes the skin to tighten through its warmth, and special kilowatt light rays kills the bacteria, the laser adds to the overall effect in healing and cosmetic enhancement.
Dermatologists previously came to the conclusion that the best way to treat acne is through ultraviolet light. It was then found that these types of UV lights have been known to cause cancer. Today, lasers are the primary and most effective way to treat acne…. to learn more go to: www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: Collagen, Cosmetic Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, facial surgery, Plastic Surgeon, Plastic Surgery
Posted in Acne Scar Treatment, Acne Treatments, Brown Spots, CO2 Laser, Chemical Peel, Collagen, Collagen Injections, Dermabrasion, ER Yag, Enlarged Pores, Facial Flushing, Facial Peel, Facial Treatments, Fotofacial IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser, Fractional Laser Resurfacing, Freckles Treatment, Laser - Dermatology, Laser Acne Treatments, Laser Brown Spot Removal, Laser Rosacea Treatment, Laser Scar Treatment, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Sun Damage Treatment, Laser Sun Spot Treatment, Laser Surgery, Laser Toning, Microdermabrasion, Peel, Peelings, Redness treatments, Rosacea Treatment, Scar Treatment, Skin Discolorations, Skin Laser, Skin Rejuvenation, Skin Texture Improvement, Skin Tightening, Sun Damage treatments, Sun Spots Treatment, TCA Peel, Uncategorized, Uneven Pigmentation, V beam Laser Treatment, costa rica | No Comments »
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010
There are various types of birthmarks and there are various options in how they can be removed,including laser surgery or surgical excision. While birthmarks can be removed in order to enhance appearance and improve self-esteem, they may also be removed in order to reduce the possibility of health risks from occurring. The method used for removal depends upon the type of birthmark and the severity of its condition.
Tags: Abdominoplasty, Botox, Breast Augmentation, Breast Enhancement, breast enlargment, Breast Implants, Breast Lift, Breast Reduction, Breast Surgery, Collagen, Cosmetic Dentistry, Crowns, Dental Implants, Dental Veneers, Eye Surgery, Eyelid Surgery, Facelift, Facial Rejuvenation, facial surgery, fillers, gastric bypass, Porcelain Veneers, Restylane, Rhinoplasty, teeth whitening, Veneers, Vibroliposuction, weight loss, wrinkles
Posted in Acne Scar Treatment, Acne Treatments, Age Spots, Aging Hands, Artefill Treatments, Birthmark Treatment, Botox, Botox Injections, Broken Blood Vessels, Broken Capillaries, Brown Spots, CO2 Laser, Cellulite Treatment, Chemical Peel, Collagen, Collagen Injections, Dermabrasion, ER Yag, Enlarged Pores, Facial Flushing, Facial Peel, Facial Treatments, Fat Injection, Fine Lines, Fotofacial IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser, Fractional Laser Resurfacing, Freckles Treatment, Hyper pigmentation, IPL Intense pulsed light, Intense Pulsed Light IPL, Juvederm, Laser - Dermatology, Laser Acne Treatments, Laser Birthmark Removal, Laser Brown Spot Removal, Laser Rosacea Treatment, Laser Scar Treatment, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Spider Vein Removal, Laser Stretch Marks Removal, Laser Sun Damage Treatment, Laser Sun Spot Treatment | No Comments »
Thursday, February 18th, 2010
Our skin is a seamless organ, like a fine piece of cloth cloaking valuable assets. Any burn, injury, surgery or other trauma to it can cause the formation of scar tissue that can be downright ugly.
Imagine if you had a fine piece of silk: Even one small tear can make a difference in how it looks. But we’re human: Throughout our lives, we will have experiences that nip and tear at our skin, either self-inflicted, or completely out of our control.
A scar isn’t so bad if it’s small or in a location that’s easy to conceal. But often you want a way to treat those scars other than hiding them under clothing.
The truth is this: The scar will never completely go away, but there are some methods that can help reduce its size and appearance.
How does scarring happen?
Scar formation is a natural part of the healing process after injury.
Various factors influence how your skin scars. Of course, the depth and size of the wound or incision and the location of the injury are going to impact the scar’s characteristics. But your age, heredity, even your sex or ethnicity, will all affect how your skin reacts.
What are the types of scars?
These are several different types of scars including:
- Keloid scars. These scars are the result of an overly aggressive healing process. These scars extend beyond the original injury. Over time, a keloid scar may affect mobility. Possible treatments include surgical removal, or injections with steroids. Smaller keloids can be treated using cryotherapy (freezing therapy using liquid nitrogen). You can also prevent keloid formation by using pressure treatment or gel pads with silicone when you sustain an injury. Keloid scars most often occur in Blacks.
- Contracture scars. If your skin has been burned, you may have a contracture scar, which causes tightening of skin that can impair your ability to move; additionally, this type of scar may go deeper to affect muscles and nerves.
- Hypertrophic scars. Raised and red scars that are similar to keloids, but do not breach the boundaries of the injury site. Possible treatments can include injections of steroids to reduce inflammation.
- Acne scars. If you’ve had severe acne, you probably have the scars to prove it. There are many types of acne scars, ranging from deep pits to scars that are angular or wavelike in appearance. Possible treatments will depend on the types of acne scars you have.
ArrivaCostaRica.com is the primary web site for information about plastic surgery and dentistry in Costa Rica. See www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: contracture scars, cryotherapy, how does scarring happen, hypertophicscars, keloid scars, scar treatments, scars, types of scars
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Thursday, February 18th, 2010
The treatments for scars will vary depending on multiple factors. Scar treatments may include:
- Over-the-counter or prescription creams, ointments or gels. These products can be used to treat scars that are caused from surgical incisions or other injuries or wounds. If you are under the care of a plastic surgeon and your scarring is the result of cosmetic or plastic surgery, ask your surgeon for his or her recommendation if over-the-counter treatment is sufficient; otherwise, he or she will prescribe that which best suits your personal case. Oftentimes, treatments can include corticosteroids or certain antihistamine creams for scars that cause itching and are extremely sensitive.
Likewise, if you are under the care of a dermatologist for severe acne and have scarring as a result of acne, you should ask your doctor for his or her recommendation if you haven’t already received it. Your doctor can also recommend or use pressure treatings or silicone gel sheetings to help treat scars or as preventative care.
- Surgical removal or treatment. There are many options to treat deeper wounds and scars depending on your particular case: skin grafts, excision, dermabrasion or laser surgery. You can receive a skin graft, where the surgeon removes skin from another area of your body. This is often used in the case of burn victims. If you’ve got scarring that impairs function, surgery can help address those problems. Like other surgeries, you and your doctor will determine together if you will have local anesthesia with an oral sedative or general anesthesia that will put you to sleep. If you’ve recently undergone plastic, cosmetic or other surgery that has caused your scars, it is best that you wait at least one year before making a decision about scar treatment. Many scars fade and become less noticeable over time.
- Injections. In the case of protruding scars such as keloids or hypertrophic, your doctor may elect to use steroid injections. He or she may use this as a stand-alone treatment, or in conjunction with other treatments.
Other types of injects, such as collagen injections or other “fillers,” may be useful for some types of pitted scarring although these are not usually permanent solutions.
ArrivaCostaRica.com is the primary web site for information about plastic surgery and dentistry in Costa Rica. See www.arrivacostarica.com
Tags: Collagen, Dermabrasion, excision, fillers, hypertrophy, keloids, Laser Surgery, scar treatments, skin grafts
Posted in Collagen, Collagen Injections, Dermabrasion, Laser Keratosis Treatments, Plastic Surgery, Scar Treatment | No Comments »