Laser Treatments

Laser & Light Treatments

  • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)aka: Photofacial:
  • Vascular Laser (Long Pulse Yag):
  • Pigment Laser (Q-Switch Yag/KTP):
  • Hair Reduction Laser (810 Diode):
  • Skin Resurfacing Laser (Erbium Yag):
Ideal for sun damaged skin with pigmented & vascular lesions.
For spider veins, telangiectasias, cherry angiomas, venous lakes.
For pigment and tattoo removal.
For unwanted hair (pigmented hair only).
For fine lines and textural changes.

The following laser treatments are performed by our Registered Nurse.

Laser Hair Reduction

Our state of the art Spectrum laser machine, uses an 810-diode laser to target and remove hair follicles. We chose this laser because it is ideal for laser hair removal with a large spot size, a hertz rate capable of up to ten pulses per second, and built-in contact cooling. It is very effective compared to other lasers on the market. It can be used to treat most skin types and in various areas including the legs, arms, hands, underarms, bikini area, and other areas. This top of class laser features fast hair removal (FHR) with cooling systems that are integrated into the equipment. With these continually-adapting cooling systems, in cooperation with the high quality laser, the removal process is much quicker and less painful than in times past.

How it works:

The laser's energy is absorbed by the melanin in dark hair, destroying the hair follicles without harming the surrounding skin. The results are not permanent, but the treated hairs will eventually fall out and new hairs will grow in their place. This is why the term hair removal has been replaced with the more accurate term, hair reduction. Most people need 6-10 treatments for best results. Most of our staff members saw a significant reduction and need for shaving after just one treatment!

IPL

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy can help with a variety of skin conditions and unwanted hair. Intense pulsed light also known as IPL is a kind of phototherapy for your skin that uses focused light pulses to penetrate deep into the layers of your skin and stimulate the synthesis of collagen, which reduces redness, spider veins, dark spots, hyperpigmentation, melasma, and big pores. Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy, also known as a photo facial, is a way to improve the color and texture of your skin without surgery. It can undo some of the visible damage caused by sun exposure -- called photoaging. You may notice it mostly on your face, neck, hands, or chest. IPL may help if you have red, brown, or splotchy skin because of a health condition.

IPL vs laser:

Both IPL and laser treatments can be used to improve a variety of skin issues. The main difference is that IPL therapy is gentler on the skin and usually requires more sessions than laser therapy for comparable results.

Carbon Laser Peel: Hollywood Facial

A Hollywood facial, also known as a carbon laser peel or carbon facial, is a non-invasive laser treatment that can improve the appearance of skin. A carbon laser peel, also called Hollywood peel or charcoal peel, is a facial treatment combining the benefits of charcoal and the Q-Switch laser technology. The main goal of this carbon laser peel facial is to rejuvenate the skin. This laser facial is indeed designed to reduce the signs of skin aging, big pores, or skin damage, such as acne and scars. It creates a softer, glowing appearance that will have your red carpet ready in no time!

First, the laser targets the pigmented areas of your skin to break up the cells so your body can naturally eliminate them, the laser light is super attracted to carbon particles, its energy and heat is absorbed by the carbon paste destroying the particles in your pores. Light from the laser is attracted to the carbon.

Second, the laser energy heats the deeper layers of your skin, which causes the cells to contract, creating an instant lift that smooths out lines and wrinkles. The energy also stimulates the production of collagen to improve skin strength and elasticity. The carbon paste absorbs dirt from the pores of the skin and exfoliates.

Our carbon laser peel has no downtime and creates a softer, glowing appearance that will have you red-carpet ready in no time! Patients may experience redness but it will go away within a few hours. Furthermore, It is a non-invasive procedure thus rather gentle to the skin.

Carbon Laser Peel Skin Benefits Exfoliates the skin Cleanses the skin Clears and tightens pores Brightens and evens-out skin tone. You can expect to feel your skin tightened, hydrated, and brightened immediately after your first treatment. Although, In order to receive lasting results, it is best to come in every 2 to 4 weeks for a treatment.

Book an appointment with Ann Chade, FNP-C

* Insurance Accepted for medical evaluations

Ann Chade, FNP-C

Megan Bates
Ann is a Nurse Practitioner
She is committed to providing a V.I.P. experience during every patient encounter.

What patients are saying about La Jolla Vein Care:

Dr. Steinberger and the entire team are the best! They're professional and friendly, explain all the procedures well, and provide top notch care and treatment. Highly recommend!

R.K.

Anna and Dr. Steinberger are the best duo. I've been to two other locations and two other doctors and this experience is night and day. They are partnering with me as the patient for the long haul. I'm grateful for their professionalism, kindness, for the education and stellar communication throughout each step of my journey and all my procedures. This is the partnership I needed to help with my conditions and to finally get relief. Thank you to this duo and the staff who have helped throughout this process.

C.M.

I have had several procedures done at LJVV, ranging from medically necessary vascular ablation to cosmetic sclerotherapy. Every person in the office, from the front desk to the doctors, is welcoming, professional and skilled at what they do. I am very happy with my results and highly recommend them.

C.K.

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