If you’re looking for a treatment to achieve glowing skin, you’ve likely discovered there are countless options available. With choices like chemical peels, light therapy, and laser resurfacing in Oklahoma City, it can be challenging to decide what’s right for you.
At Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates, we understand that finding the best solution for your skincare problems can be difficult. We’re here to provide you with the details you need to make a properly informed decision about your next treatment.
Want to learn which aesthetic procedures could be right for you? Schedule your appointment and discuss your options with one of our licensed medical professionals or estheticians.
Keep reading to learn about the different laser, light, and facial treatments available at Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates.
Lasers
Laser skin treatments are a great option if you want to even or improve the signs of aging.
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser resurfacing in Oklahoma City uses an energy-based device to improve the look and feel of the skin. Often referred to as lasabrasion, a laser peel, or laser vaporization, this procedure gives the skin a more youthful appearance.
This treatment works by vaporizing the outer layers of the skin, otherwise known as the epidermis, through concentrated, pulsing beams of light. As a result, this light triggers the body’s natural healing process and boosts collagen production.
Laser resurfacing in Oklahoma City is effective at treating:
- Uneven skin pigmentation
- Scars from acne
- Age spots
- Sun-damaged skin
- Non-responsive skin after a facelift
- Fine lines or wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, and forehead
- Enlarged oil glands on the nose
Types of Laser Resurfacing Treatments
Most treatments involving laser resurfacing in Oklahoma City fall under two categories: ablative and non-ablative lasers.
Ablative Laser Treatments
Ablative laser treatments remove the epidermal layer of the skin to produce the most dramatic results. These treatments are considered the more intense form of laser therapy because of the extensive results achieved in just one session.
At Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates, we offer both CO2 and Erbium ablative laser treatments.
CO2 lasers create a uniform injury by precisely removing thin layers of skin with minimal damage to the surrounding areas. These lasers are best at minimizing the appearance of deep wrinkles, lines, and uneven pigmentation.
On the other hand, erbium lasers remove superficial and moderately deep lines and wrinkles on the skin.
Erbium lasers involve fewer side effects and minimal injuries as compared to CO2 lasers. Erbium laser resurfacing in Oklahoma City is best at erasing smaller lines and wrinkles.
Non-Ablative Laser Treatments
Non-ablative laser treatments are less aggressive than ablative treatments, but still stimulate collagen production.
The results reached with non-ablative laser treatments are typically more subtle than what can be achieved with ablative lasers, but they also require less downtime. For this reason, it may take multiple sessions of non-ablative laser treatments to reach the results you are looking for.
Lights
At Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates, we offer LED light therapy and IPL as alternatives for patients looking to even out their skin tone.
LED Light Therapy
Celluma LED light therapy is a non-invasive skincare treatment that uses different wavelengths of light to address various skin concerns.
LED light therapy was first used in the 1990s by the U.S. Navy Seals. This treatment was used to heal injuries and regenerate damaged muscle tissue. It was also used to reduce the amount of time it took for wounds to heal.
LED light therapy is used to improve a variety of skin conditions, including:
- Acne
- Inflammation/redness
- Wrinkles
- Fine lines
- Eczema
- Sun damage
- Rosacea
LED light therapy uses different wavelengths of light to penetrate the skin at varying levels. Celluma LED light therapy uses both red and blue light to target different issues within the skin and musculoskeletal system.
Red Light
Otherwise known as infrared light, red light travels deeper into the skin to stimulate the body’s production of collagen proteins.
Red light is best at improving your skin’s appearance and getting rid of wrinkles, scars, redness, and acne. This wavelength has also been shown to reduce inflammation while improving circulation.
Blue Light
Blue light targets sebaceous glands, better known as oil glands, beneath the hair follicles. This excess of oil production is the main cause of oily skin and acne.
This wavelength of light makes these oil glands less active for fewer acne breakouts. Blue light has also been shown to kill acne-causing bacteria underneath the skin.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses intense flashes of light to address color and texture. Also known as a photofacial, IPL targets unwanted pigment in your skin more gently than laser resurfacing in Oklahoma City.
IPL is able to target certain areas of the skin without damaging other facial tissues. This form of light treatment stimulates your body’s natural healing process by boosting collagen production.
By increasing collagen, IPL is effective at treating:
- Uneven skin tone
- Dark spots
- Hyperpigmentation
- Sun damage
Once IPL heats the skin, these areas of hyperpigmentation will break down and get flushed out naturally by the body. After an IPL treatment, most patients note having a clearer, more even skin tone.
Facials
Looking for something even less invasive than laser and light therapy? If so, a facial or chemical peel may be the best option for you.
Facials
A facial is a non-invasive treatment that involves cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration of the skin.
Because clear skin does not always equate to healthy skin, all skin types can benefit from facial treatments. If you want to hydrate, plump, and protect your skin on a regular basis, facial treatments could be a good option for you.
Facials address a variety of skin concerns, including:
- Clogged pores
- Dull skin
- Acne
- Dehydrated skin
- Wrinkles
- Fine lines
- Poor blood circulation
- Blackheads
At Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates, we can customize your facial experience to your unique skin care needs.
DiamondGlow Facial
Our most popular facial treatment is the DiamondGlow facial, which uses a diamond-tipped wand to remove dead skin cells and dirt from your pores.
DiamondGlow facials have been shown to reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation and replenish the skin’s natural moisture.
Our DiamondGlow wand has 6 interchangeable tips that provide gentle to deep exfoliation of the skin.
At Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates, your DiamondGlow facial experience starts with a cleansing of the skin. After exfoliating with the wand, your esthetician will enhance your facial results with a serum tailored to your skin’s needs.
Chemical Peels
Also known as chemexfoliation or derma peeling, chemical peels use a chemical solution to remove the topmost layers of the skin.
These peels cause a controlled injury to the skin, which eventually flakes off to reveal a more youthful looking complexion. Following a chemical peel, many patients describe their skin as smoother, brighter, and having fewer wrinkles and lines.
Chemical peels improve the tone and texture of the skin through an increase in collagen production. For this reason, chemical peels are effective at treating:
- Fine lines
- Wrinkles
- Acne
- Scarring
- Uneven skin tone
- Age spots
- Sun-damaged skin
- Congested skin
Chemical peels come in three varying levels: Light, medium, and deep.
Light
Light chemical peels subtly improve the skin through a series of peels completed over time. Only the outermost layer of skin is removed through light chemical peels.
Light peels are used to treat fine wrinkles, acne, uneven skin tone, and dryness.
The recovery period from light chemical peels is very minimal, and there is little to no downtime.
Medium
Medium chemical peels provide more intense skin rejuvenation by removing the outermost and middle layers of the skin. These peels should be completed on a less-frequent basis to achieve a smoother, fresher look.
These peels are best for wrinkles, acne scars, uneven skin tone.
Recovery from a medium chemical peel takes about a week and involves more downtime than a light chemical peel.
Deep
A deep chemical peel penetrates your dermis for the most dramatic results.
These peels are best for deeper wrinkles, scars, or precancerous growths.
Deep chemical peels are a one-time-only treatment that involve the longest recovery period and downtime.
You and your Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates provider will decide which type of chemical would be best for you during your consultation.
Book Your Appointment
From facials to laser resurfacing in Oklahoma City and everything in between, you deserve a team of medical professionals who will help make the decision easier. At Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates, we’re honored to be a guiding hand through every step of your skincare journey.
Ready to take the next step in evening your skin tone and boosting your self-confidence? Give us a call or request your appointment online to get started.
Looking for facial plastic surgery procedures like a facelift or nose reduction? Visit our website to learn more about the procedures we can perform at Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates.
