IN-OFFICE PROCEDURES
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are a minimally invasive, simple way to treat signs of aging and improve skin coloration and texture. A variety of peels are offered to treat fine lines and wrinkles, sun damaged skin, hyperpigmentation, roughness and acne-prone skin. The number of treatments needed to achieve optimal results along with the length of downtime and degree of redness and peeling will depend on the strength and type of peel chosen. Some of the peels we offer include: glycolic acid peels, Beta-life peels, TCA (trichloroacetic acid) and Jessner peels.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is the least invasive cosmetic treatment offered at Advanced Dermatology and involves practically no recovery or downtime. Microdermabrasion uses a diamond-tipped hand piece and vacuum suction to remove some of the top layer of skin and stimulate new skin growth. This procedure requires no topical or local anesthetic and produces virtually no discomfort. Best results are achieved when a series of six treatments are performed over a 6-12 week period, in conjunction with other skin rejuvenation services.
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Blue light PDT is a non-invasive light treatment used to treat pre-cancerous lesions, pigmentation from sun damage and fine lines. It can also be used to treat acne, reduce facial oil production and minimize the appearance of pores.
During this treatment a topical medication, 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) is applied to the skin. When applied, the medication is selectively absorbed by abnormal cells, pores, and oil glands, making these areas more sensitive to light. Next, a special blue light is placed over the skin for a specified amount of time to activate the topical agent. Upon completion, this procedure can effectively treat early changes in the skin that may lead to skin cancer. During the healing process, the treated area will be more sensitive to light and patients must avoid the sun for 48-72 hours following treatment.
During this treatment a topical medication, 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) is applied to the skin. When applied, the medication is selectively absorbed by abnormal cells, pores, and oil glands, making these areas more sensitive to light. Next, a special blue light is placed over the skin for a specified amount of time to activate the topical agent. Upon completion, this procedure can effectively treat early changes in the skin that may lead to skin cancer. During the healing process, the treated area will be more sensitive to light and patients must avoid the sun for 48-72 hours following treatment.
Sclerotherapy
This treatment for leg veins involves the insertion of a tiny needle into the blood vessel where a small amount of sclerosing (or scarring) agent is gently injected. This causes the vessels to shrink and dissolve as the body naturally absorbs them. Patients will be fitted for compression stockings that must be worn for three days and two nights following the procedure, and then for two weeks during the day to help achieve optimal results and reduce the risk for complications. Multiple treatments may be needed and results are typically seen within 4-6 weeks.