What is “Frosting” and Why Does It Happen in Laser Treatment of Sun Spots?
Why Does It Happen in Laser Treatment of Sun Spots Overview | Treatment | Cost You may have heard of or read the term “frosting” when researching laser treatment for age spots, tattoos, or brown birthmarks and thought, “that sounds strange?” And while “frosting” typically conjures up visions of birthday celebrations or winter windshields, in […]
Can Lasers Remove Facial Spider Veins?
Are you searching for a better way to cover-up and hide unwanted spider veins and broken capillaries on your face? Maybe you spend extra time in the morning applying makeup to hide these pesky red, blue or purple blood vessels only to find that they’re showing again by the middle of the day? If you’re […]
Lasers For Port Wine Stain Birthmarks
We understand how difficult it can be to have a port wine stain (vascular birthmark), especially when it’s on the face. Laser treatments can offer life-changing results, and we are honored to help patients like you through the removal process. At Celibre, our treatment of choice for port wine stain removal is the pulsed dye […]
Which Kinds of Birthmarks Can be Treated with Lasers?
If you have a “birthmark” that you’ve always wanted to get rid of, Celibre Medical and class IV medical lasers can help. Birthmarks come in one of two varieties: red or brown. Port wine birthmarks are red in color because they are made up of blood vessels close to the surface of the skin. Another […]
Can Laser Treatment Help Remove Birthmarks?
Removing birthmarks with lasers can be a delicate and tricky process. No two are alike. Each has its own location, color, shape and size which makes laser treatment of birthmarks a highly-individualized process. Generally, birthmarks are either red or brown, and there are several different types of each. Examples of red or “vascular” birthmarks include […]
How Do You Treat Acne Scars?
The answer to this question depends largely on what type of acne scars you have. There are several types of acne scars we treat. Dark pigmented acne scars (brown spots in darker skin types). Red pigmented acne scars (red spots in lighter skin types). Textured acne scars (bumpy, rolling, disk shaped, pitted, ice pick, etc.) […]
Which Lasers Are Good for Wrinkles?
Have you been considering laser treatments to improve your lines and wrinkles? Because of the hype in our industry, you may be surprised to learn that not all lasers treat lines and wrinkles effectively. We’re here to help you make sense of your laser options for smoother, tighter, firmer and younger skin. We’ll explain their […]
How Can I Get Rid Of Veins on My Hands?
When you think about anti-aging treatments, you might think first about procedures to help your face look smoother, fuller, firmer and less wrinkled. But your face isn’t the only indicator of your age. In fact, many of our patients who’ve had effective facial rejuvenation come to us asking about other areas that they feel don’t […]
Birthmark Removal, How Many Laser Treatments?
There are several types of birthmarks – red birthmarks are vascular (made up of small blood vessels at the surface of the skin) and brown birthmarks that are made up of melanin (the skin’s natural pigmentation) that is darker than the surrounding skin. In addition, birthmarks come in a variety of sizes and density of […]
What Is Erbium Laser Resurfacing?
There are so many different lasers for skin resurfacing that you might wonder which one would be good for you? At Celibre Medical Corporation, the technology that we’ve found to offer superior safety and results with our patients is the erbium YAG laser. Erbium is an older technology, but it works, and we know that […]
What is the Difference Between Tattoo Removal and Permanent Makeup Removal?
If you have a tattoo or permanent make-up, you may be surprised to learn that a laser can remove either. In fact, the same type of laser (q-switched lasers) can tackle the job of removing tattoos or permanent makeup. Even though permanent makeup and tattoos are similar, the removal process is often different. Even though […]
How Can I Prevent Spider Veins?
It’s often said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true when it comes to our health. However, this idea becomes even more critical when you have a family history of a condition. While spider veins aren’t especially dangerous, they can have a severe impact on your quality […]
Can Freckles be Treated with Lasers?
If you’ve grown out of your freckles and wish there was a way to get rid of them, we have good news for you: there is! Class IV medical lasers can safely and effectively remove freckles for anyone with any skin type (color). Freckles typically develop in response to sun exposure. This is because ultraviolet […]
Cheap Laser Hair Removal
Unlock Your Confidence with Laser Hair Removal If you’re thinking about getting laser hair removal, we’re excited for you! It’s a great procedure that will literally change your life on a day-to-day basis! Being free from the embarrassment of unwanted hair and the time constraints that go along with constantly getting rid of it is […]
Laser Treatment for Wart Removal
Do you have a wart that keeps coming back no matter what you do? If you’re losing the battle using wart treatments like liquid nitrogen freezing, burning and acid treatments. We want to tell you about a secret weapon—laser treatments! Warts are caused by a virus. Normally, your immune system is able to control viruses. […]