Doc Health Plan -Laser skin treatment technology. Seems a little high-tech and baffling, doesn't it?
Yet, even though it's hard to imagine how a laser can help improve skin quality, this treatment has been growing in popularity for years. (Not least because it involves no botox needles, knives or plastic surgery.)
So, what exactly is it and how does it work?
Resurfacing your skin
As we age, our skin changes. Elastin and collagen fibres within the skin lose their “snap” - leading to the onset of wrinkles. Cells regenerate slower and some areas develop darker pigmentation.
Resurfacing literally means altering (or removing) the surface of the skin to reveal a fresher layer below.
How does it work?
Laser technology allows you to target very specific parts of the face and neck. The laser delivers highly concentrated light energy to pinpointed parts of the skin. This light can eradicate dead or ageing cells, as well as stimulate other cells to heal and repair.
Are all laser treatments the same?
There are many different types of laser skin treatment – but really they all come under one of two areas: ablative or non-ablative.
Ablative treatments (such as the popular ProFractional procedure) remove a layer of skin, whereas non-ablative treatments tend to stimulate collagen cells below the epidermis and leave the outer layer intact. Skin resurfacing usually refers to ablative treatments.
One of the most effective procedures is the Sciton Profile Contour system. Combining two lasers, this approach both removes the dull surface layer and stimulates the cells beneath.
What are the down sides of laser treatment?
As with any skin treatment, side-effects are somewhat dependent on your skin's sensitivity – as well as the type of procedure you opt for.
In most cases you will experience some redness for at least a few days after. For more extensive treatments, or if you have more sensitive skin, this may last a week or more. If you experience any discomfort in this time, then over-the-counter painkillers are usually enough to reduce this.
It's also important to inform your doctor if you are taking any other skin medications (for example, Accutane acne treatment) or have recently undergone radiation.
Avoid direct sunlight soon after treatment and use high factor sunblock when going outdoors for several weeks after. Oh, and try not to wear make-up until the redness subsides!
What about results?
Once healed, the positive effects of laser treatment can last for several months. You may notice:
• Tighter skin
• Less wrinkles
• Smoother skin
• Less discolouration
• Reduced light scarring
Does it matter where you go for treatment?
Laser skin treatment is safe and effective – provided you use experienced, qualified medical professionals.
Most treatments will not be available for free on the NHS. Instead, look for practices that are registered with the Care Quality Commission. This means that they meet the high standards set for offering medical treatment in the UK.
Well-established, friendly clinics should make the entire process as swift and comfortable as possible. They'll also discuss all of your options and fully assess your skin type and expectations. That way you can be sure of getting the best possible results from your laser treatment.
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