Skin Tightening

Treatment

Restore luminosity, youth and tightness of your skin

Over the course of time, the skin loses its elasticity and strength, and wrinkles develop. Apart from genetic disposition and hormones, this process is also influenced by environmental factors, such as UV radiation or nicotine. The net-like branched collagen fibers of the corium are damaged and partly lose their reproduction capability. The desire to restore luminosity, youth and tightness to the skin is on the rise everywhere, increasing in practically every part of the world. There has been significant interest in non-invasive methods to effectively improve skin texture without patient downtime.

Non-invasive method to effectively improve skin texture

The High Power Diode Laser is able to achieve these results, thanks to a light procedure that allows thermal dermal damage to be controlled, which leads to subsequent collagen remodeling while preserving the epidermis. The treatment improves skin damage leading to a regeneration of the skin structure (skin tightening, reduction in pore size), brightening of pigmentation and reduction in small wrinkles. The process requires three treatments one month apart.

Ablative lasers: the gold standard for dermatological treatments

The ablative lasers are the “gold standard” of lasers for dermatological treatments. They ablate the skin with a degree of precision that can be measured in microns. This makes it possible to safely and gently remove a wide variety of lesions from the skin at epidermis and dermis level. Due to their ease of absorption in water, both the Erbium:YAG (2,940 nm) and the CO₂ (10,600 nm) wavelengths are highly suitable for this purpose.
The skin is disinfected before the treatment is carried out. Then, depending on the size and/or depth of the lesion to be dealt with, the dermatologist decides whether anesthesia is required and what type of anesthesia is appropriate (most of the treatments are very well tolerated without any anesthesia!).

Gentle and effective treatments

Treatments using lasers are gentle on the skin and eliminate bothersome skin lesions very effectively and in a matter of minutes. The Erbium laser works very precisely and can selectively remove skin areas to a predefined depth with little pain. At the same time it stimulates skin renewal. The results are impressive: tangibly smoother, softer skin.
After treatment, it normally only takes a few days for the wound to heal. It is recommended not to expose the treated area to sunlight or sunbeds for at least 10/15 days prior to/following treatment. The use of sunscreen is recommended in summertime and in general when treating areas exposed to sunlight (e.g. the face).
Studies show that the Erbium laser is also very effective in treating scars, for example acne scars, and for skin rejuvenation. The success results from the highly precise removal of tissue during treatment, softening and smoothing of tissue during wound healing and collagen neogenesis during the first year post-op.

FAQ

Why do wrinkles occur?

With the passing of the years, the skin of the face tends to relax and become thinner. This is mainly due to the loss of collagen, dehydration, and other secondary factors such as smoking, stress, excessive exposure to the sun, poor diet and atmospheric pollution.

Is the treatment painful?

The treatment is not painful and is well-tolerated by the patient.

How is the skin renewed?

The heat destroys the fibroblasts and stimulates the formation of new collagen. These new collagen fibers make the skin look younger and tighter.

How does the patient look following treatment?

The treatment results in a slight reddening (erythema) of the area treated. This effect resolves itself within 30 minutes. In some cases, the treatment can lead to hematoma, petechiae or minor skin irritations.

How many treatments are needed?

To achieve an optimal result, at least 3 treatments should be carried out, in addition to a refreshing treatment every year after the first course.

How long does a course of treatment take?

As no collagen is introduced externally, but rather the body is stimulated to rebuild it, the patient must be patient. Full results can be seen after three to five months.

Bwfore & After

Studies

Asclepion Laser Technologies is working closely with physicians, clinics and universities to improve technologies to assess their effectiveness and safety as well as to improve its application. In clinical studies, scientific questions are answered in a controlled environment. This ensures the best possible results for both the users and patients.

Efficacy of diode laser (810 and 940 nm) for facial skin tightening
Voravutinon N1, Seawthaweesin K1, Bureethan A1, Srivipatana A1, Vejanurug P1.
Institute of Dermatology, Ministry of Public Health, Bangkok, Thailand.
J Cosmet Dermatol. 2015 Dec;14(4):E7-14. doi: 10.1111/jocd.12165. Epub 2015 Jul 15.

Treatment of lentigines with a diode laser at 808 nm
S McCoy; Laser, Skin & Vein Clinic, North Adelaide, South Australia

Non-ablative skin remodeling: an 8-month clinical and 3D in vivo profilometric study with an 810 nm diode laser.
Levy JL, Trelles M, Servant JJ, Agopian L. J Cosmet Laser Ther 2004;6:11-15

Professional therapy

With its extensive range of services, Asclepion sees itself as a competent partner for dermatologically and aesthetically oriented practices, institutes and clinics. Decide now for the treatment with the most advanced laser technology and discover a new world of professionalism and quality.