Laser Treatments in Houston, TX

Laser Treatment for the Removal of Skin Blemishes




	Patient before and after laser treatments

Uncover Your Natural Beauty With Advanced Laser Treatment For Spider And Varicose Veins, And Other Vascular Skin Blemishes.

With the DioLiteT 532 Laser, Dr. Russell W. H. Kridel of Facial Plastic Surgery Associates can treat vascular skin blemishes, port wine stain "birthmarks;" strawberry hemangiomas, brown spots, freckles and facial spider veins.

The DioliteT laser system represents the latest in treatment technology. The application of this new laser allows many skin blemishes to be treated that previously required surgery, or could not be satisfactorily treated. Used alone or in combination with other therapies, the DioliteT Laser is extremely effective, involves no needles or chemicals, and provides immediate results in most cases.

Please read this information about the Diolite Laser, then feel free to ask the doctor any questions . We look forward to improving your appearance with the help of this advanced medical technology.

Laser Technology Is a Beautiful Solution. Lasers are commonly used in medicine today, but each system is designed for specific purposes. With the DioliteT Laser just a pinpoint of light is traced over the problem veins. No needles or chemicals are needed. Most patients may feel just moderate discomfort, and the results are usually immediate.

It's An Amazing Vanishing Act. A Diolite 532 Laser treatment is amazingly fast and comfortable. The patient lies down, and may wear a protective goggle. The doctor then uses a pen-like stylus to shine the laser light onto the treatment area. He traces the light over the veins for a few seconds, lightly touching the stylus to the skin. This brief exposure causes most vascular blemishes to vanish instantly. In extreme cases, such as port wine stains, several treatments will yield equally dramatic results. In treating spider veins in the legs, the DioliteT may be used along with other treatments such as sclerotherapy. Adding the DioliteT to the prescribed treatment for the non-surgical removal of spider veins enhances the effectiveness of the procedure.

Never Go Undercover Again. The DioliteT Laser provides a safe and fast way to eliminate many types of vascular blemishes. The procedure is FDA accepted, and is completely non-invasive (nothing but light enters the body). With such an easy and effective solution, there's really no need to cover up the veins, broken blood vessels or blemished skin that may be hiding your natural beauty.

Questions and Answers

Are laser treatments safe?
How common are vascular blemishes or lesions?
How does the laser work?
What is a vascular lesion?
What is a pigmented lesion?
What should a patient expect during and after treatment?
What does the laser look and sound like?
What conditions are treated with the laser?
As a patient, what does the laser mean to me? What are the benefits?
How will I know if laser treatment is right for me?
Do I need to schedule an appointment?

Are laser treatments safe?
Yes. Laser treatments are extremely safe and accepted by the Federal Drug Administration and have been used in medicine for a wide range of treatments since the early 1960s by many specialties. In the hands of a trained healthcare professional, the use of a laser is safe and effective. Because no needles or other invasive methods are used, the risk of infection or reactions is greatly reduced.

How common are vascular blemishes or lesions?
Millions of people have some form of vascular skin condition. For instance, in the United States alone, millions of people have telangiectasias, or broken blood vessels usually occurring on the nose or face. Other common blemishes are spider veins, portwine stains, and certain types of birthmarks.

How does the laser work?
A laser generates an intense beam of light. This beam brings energy to a specific site, through a small handpiece connected to the laser. The laser light is absorbed by oxyhemoglobin (bright red blood cells carrying oxygen) and melanin/pigment (black or brown pigment found in the skin) causing decomposition or destruction by heat of unwanted cells while leaving healthy cells intact.

What is a vascular lesion?
A vascular lesion is formed by abnormally large or numerous blood vessels located directly under the surface of the skin. These vessels may be visible through the skin or result in a red appearance of the skin. Spider veins (telangiectasia), are the most common vascular lesions. Vascular skin conditions are caused by many factors. The most common are heredity, sun exposure, overweight, and pregnancy.

What is a pigmented lesion?
Melanin is the dark pigment present in skin and is produced by melanocytes. Pigmented lesions occur when an abundance of melanocytes are found in the skin. When dark pigment multiplies, it forms freckles, brown age spots and moles. Lentigines, are an example of a pigmented lesion.

What should a patient expect during and after treatment?
Treatment may vary, depending upon patient characteristics and the area being treated. You will be asked to wear special goggles to protect your eyes from the intense beam of laser light. You will be placed in a reclined position, depending on the location of treatment. The doctor will use a pencil thin handpiece to direct a beam of laser light to the lesion. In most cases, anesthesia is not required. Some patients report feeling a slight stinging sensation during the treatment followed by some redness which usually goes away in 2-4 hours. Some swelling may also be experienced and may last 1-2 days. There will not be any purple skin discoloration or bruised appearance to the treated skin. Postoperative care is minimal. We may ask you to use an anti-bacterial ointment on the treated area for a short period of time and will suggest that you stay out of the sun during the healing process. Final treatment results should be evident within 10-14 days after treatment for vascular lesions and within 2-3 weeks after treatment for pigmented lesions. In the meantime, normal daily activities can be resumed with only a slight redness evident at the treatment area.

What does the laser look and sound like?
The laser is small - about the size of a VCR. As pulses of energy leave the end of the handpiece fiber, you will hear a soft beeping sound.

What conditions are treated with the laser? Vascular Lesions

Rosacea - red facial lesions around the nose and cheeks causing a sunburn look

Pigmented Lesions

Dermatosis Papulosis Nigra - small, black marks seen primarily on people of Asian or African descent

As a patient, what does the laser mean to me? What are the benefits?

Comfortable surroundings--treatment is performed in our office and takes only minutes

How will I know if laser treatment is right for me?
After a brief examination, Dr. Kridel will be able to determine if laser treatment is appropriate for you.

Do I need to schedule an appointment?
Since treatment only takes a few minutes, we may be able to perform the procedure today. For information on scheduling a confidential consultation please call our office at 713.526.5665 .

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