How Does Laser Tattoo Removal Work?
Most patients like you with unwanted tattoos are interested in the idea of laser tattoo removal, but are not sure how it works. Before we get too far into the science of tattoo removal, it’s important to understand that it is a very specific and intentional process—much like getting a tattoo in the first place. […]
How Many Treatments Will I Need for Laser Scar Removal?
Enhancing Your Skin: Laser Treatments for Scar removal Living with an unwanted scar is difficult. It may remind you daily of trauma or an injury that you’d rather forget. The treatment of unwanted scars is varied and can be complex because each scar has its own characteristics. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. Finding a practice […]
Who Can Perform Laser Treatments in California?
You may have research the type of laser treatments you want to have, and are all set to book your first appointment. But do you know who will be holding that laser to your skin? Do you understand his or her training, education and qualifications? Many consumers take so much time focused on the type […]
How Can I Get Rid of Red Acne Scars?
Acne scars come in all different shapes, textures, colors and sizes. In fact, acne scarring is such a common problem that it’s hard to find medical offices that have the technology and experience to treat all the different types. Perhaps you’ve experienced this firsthand and have been told that nothing can help your acne type […]
Should I Have Microdermabrasion or Laser?
Many patients like you who have signs of aging and sun damage are looking for ways to improve their skin. Often they ask how they can erase the telltale signs of aging – wrinkles, freckles and age spots. One patient recently asked us if she should have q-switched laser treatments or microdermabrasion to get rid […]
What Are Spider Veins?
Have your legs officially gone into hiding? Are you embarrassed or worried about the appearance of spider veins? If so, you’re not alone. This is a common problem for about half of all people over the age of 50. Understanding Spider Veins: Causes & Appearance The medical term for small veins is “telangectasias”. Spider veins […]
Is Birthmark Removal with Laser Effective?
It certainly can be. And until the advent of laser technology, there simply wasn’t an effective option to help people who had unwanted brown birthmarks. An important part of understanding what birthmark laser treatment can do for you is to have the right expectations. Just like the variety you see in birthmarks (colors, sizes, shapes, […]
How Many Laser Treatments For Poikiloderma
Number of Laser Treatments for Poikiloderma Clarified Poikiloderma is a term that is used to describe sun damage (photo-damage or photo-aging) to the sides of the neck and chest area. Photo-damage leads to brown and red discoloration that gives a rough or ruddy appearance to the skin on the chest. As the texture of the skin on their […]
Making Sense of Laser Types and Wavelengths
Laser dermatology is a relatively young, but quickly growing field. Until about 2005, it may have been difficult to find a “laser center” that offered multiple different laser technologies and procedures. But, if you’re thinking that practicing laser medicine is “easy” since everyone’s doing it…. think again! Laser medicine requires a significant amount of training […]
Will Acne Scars Improve After Laser Treatments
It is a proven fact that our skin and tissue continues to respond and improve even when laser treatments have finished. This is based on a known theory called “the lag effect.” The lag effect refers to how our bodies continue to make collagen to improve the texture of the skin after the laser treatments […]
How Many Treatments Will I Need for Laser Hair Removal?
Get the Best Results: Laser Hair Removal Tips As experts in laser hair removal, we can tell you that not all laser hair removal programs are equal. At Celibre Medical, we have developed proven, effective laser hair removal treatment programs that allow our patients to enjoy between a 75% and 95% permanent reduction of their […]
What is Coolbeam Laser?
What is Coolbeam Laser? Treatment | Before and After Pictures | Cost We know that trying to make heads or tails of all the laser information out there can be difficult if not impossible for the average person. The recent advances and breakthroughs in laser medicine are amazing and the number of devices and the […]
Lasers For Rosacea Treatment
Revitalize Your Skin: Laser Treatment for Rosacea Millions of American adults like you suffer daily with the embarrassing redness and acne-like breakouts of Rosacea. It’s a common skin condition that usually affects those with fair skin types. Although many different oral and topical prescriptions exist for the treatment of Rosacea, none is 100% effective. Rosacea […]
Do Lasers Work For Stretch Marks?
Understanding Laser Treatment for Stretch Marks Here at Celibre Medical, this is a common question. We hear it from our patients nearly every day! And while the question is nearly the same from everyone who asks it, the answer isn’t. The preferred question to ask is, “Am I a good candidate for laser treatment of […]
How Does Laser Hair Removal Work
View All Blogs Now that you have an understanding of how laser hair removal works, there are several other very important factors you should understand before getting laser hair removal. The body has amazing ability to heal the blood vessels that feed the hair so the process of closing them takes repeated treatments over an […]