Q.
How does the Lyra-i from Laserscope differ
from other lasers?
A. The Laserscope Lyra-i Nd:YAG
laser produces a very long wavelength which is
pulsed over long time intervals. This
combination of the wavelength, long pulses and
high energies makes the Lyra laser unique when
compared with most other laser systems. The
principal reason for this design was to
produce a system that would be safe and
effective on all skin types, including very
dark and tanned patients. Before the Lyra
became available, no other laser could be used
on all skin tones.
Q.
How long has it been around?
A. Lyra-i is one of the newest
lasers available, representing a breakthrough
in cosmetic treatment. Laserscope recently
received the first FDA clearance for the
treatment of all skin types with the Lyra. It
has been in production since August of 1999.
Q.
Who is a perfect candidate for laser treatment
with the Laserscope Lyra-i?
A. For hair removal, patients with any
skin color with brown or black hairs achieve
best results. For patients with leg veins,
those with blue, red or purple vessels up to
4mm in diameter.
Q.
How does it work?
A. The laser light penetrates the skin
keeping it intact until it reaches its target
- either a hair follicle (for hair removal) or
a vessel (for leg vein treatment). Once the
laser energy reaches the target, it is
immediately absorbed. At this point, the
energy turns into heat and destroys the target
without harming any surrounding tissue. It
then takes a short while for the hair or
vessel to dissipate into the body. The laser
energy is delivered through a chilled window
to protect the patient's skin and provide
comfort.
Q.
How many treatments will the patient need for
complete hair removal?
A. Hair growth involves several
cycles and, thus, some hairs may be affected
during a single treatment and some may not. We
have seen that after several treatments most
terminal (mature) hairs are replaced with
finer hairs of lighter color. Some hairs are
completely eliminated. Although complete hair
removal may not be achieved, the hairs become
less visible and, thus, less bothersome. The
number of treatments is completely dependent
upon the individual. It may take anywhere
between 3 and 8 treatments several weeks apart
to achieve the desired effect. This is related
to the patient's age, hormonal balance,
gender, area on the body, diet, and even the
time of year.
Q.
How "permanent" is
"permanent" following the course of
epilation treatment?
A. Since the procedure is very
new and people go through so many stages in
their lives it is impossible to completely
determine at this time. However, we have seen
up to 2 years with no hair re-growth following
several treatments.
Q.
How many treatments will the patient need for
complete leg vein removal?
A. It usually takes up to 2
treatments, 6 weeks apart to seal the vessels.
It may vary slightly based on the severity of
the vessels. Once the vessels are sealed, they
will dissipate in the body and never
re-canalize. However, based on the individual,
new leg veins may form.
Q. Are
there any requirements for skin care before or
after a laser procedure?
A. A
physician grade skin care product must be
used for 1 week prior and 2 weeks after any
facial laser procedure. For leg veins and hair
removal (on any body part) the area must be
clean shaven. No depilatories, or waxing
procedures may be performed for 1 month prior
to laser hair reduction.
Q. What
skin care products are recommended by
MedAesthetic Partnership?
A. We use Physician’s
Chioce of Arizona. Your physician is the
natural choice for guidance when it comes to
your skin care regimen. As medical
practitioners, we want to be sure that your
home skin care program will support your
clinical care. For this reason, Physician's
Choice™ skin care products are available
only through caring physicians.
Physician's Choice™ skin care has been
designed to provide the most technically
researched, result-oriented formulations
available today. Biochemically compatible to
human skin, most products contain a unique
blend of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) in an aloe
vera base. Your skin care specialist will
recommend and customize a program to help you
achieve your personal skin care goals.
The Physician's Choice™ family of products
are all natural. They are free of dyes, color
additives, fragrances, comedogenic oils, waxes
and other ingredients that are known to cause
irritation or other sensitive reactions.
Q. What
other products/services are available through
Physician’s Choice?
A. In
addition to home care products, a full line of
chemical peels and specialty products are
available to treat many skin conditions such
as fine lines & wrinkles, age spots,
roseacea, and acne.
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*Adapted from
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