At LaserTouch Aesthetics, Dr. Ali Vafa of New York Medical Aesthetics conducts all Botox, dermal filler, radiosurgery, mole and wart treatment, and skin rejuvenation procedures. Dr. Vafa is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and has had extensive training in Medical Aesthetic procedures. He specializes in the use of Botox and Dermal Fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm and Radiesse.
Dr. Vafa is committed to being a leader in aesthetic medicine by providing his patients the newest advances combined with the highest quality medical care in New York City.
At LaserTouch Aesthetics, we use advanced GentleYAG and Cutera technologies in treatment of various skin conditions.
Candela GentleYAG® uses Nd:YAG laser technology that is highly effective for hair removal, vein removal, skin tightening, and wrinkle removal procedures. GentleYAG® features the patented Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) that sprays a fine mist of cryogen prior to each laser pulse. DCD minimizes pain and protects the skin.
Laser Skin Tightening
$249 per treatment per area
FOR TIGHTER, SMOOTHER LOOKING SKIN
Laser skin tightening is done through the use of lasers to tighten the old and "loose" skin to give the appearance of youthful skin. After the technology was changed in the early 1990s from the ablative technology to the non-ablative technology, the risk and the recovery times from the treatments have greatly lessened. Especially GentleYag laser skin tightening technology has advanced with the change from the use of radiofrequency to the infrared frequency and an increase in the penetration depth, allowing a greater degree of skin tightening.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does laser skin tightening treatment work?
The laser creates a beam of high-intensity light that penetrates deep into skin tissue where it delivers a controlled amount of targeted therapeutic heat. Candela’s patented Dynamic Cooling Device™ (DCD™) technology protects the upper layers of your skin with a cooling burst of cryogen. Together, the long-pulse laser and DCD cooling offer optimal treatment with minimal side effects.
What can I expect during skin tightening treatment?
You will wear safety eyewear to protect your eyes from the laser light. Dr.Vafa will guide the laser to the treatment areas with a small handpiece. Each laser pulse may be preceded and followed by a short pulse of cooling spray. A treatment could take as little as a few minutes to as long as an hour, depending on the area and condition being treated.
Does skin tightening hurt?
Some patients may feel a slight discomfort with each laser pulse, sometimes described as the snapping of a rubber band on the skin. This discomfort resolves in several seconds and is minimized by Candela’s DCD cooling. For some patients, a topical anesthetic may be used prior to treatment. Be sure to discuss this with your practitioner.
How many treatment sessions will I need for laser skin tightening?
The number of sessions depends on the treatment you require and the condition of your skin. Many factors impact the efficacy of individual laser treatments, including the severity of the condition being treated.
How do I prepare for laser skin tightening treatment?
If you have had a history of perioral herpes prophylactic antiviral therapy may be prescribed. Your skin should be thoroughly cleaned and dried, removing any makeup, creams, oils, topical anesthetics or self tanning products before laser treatment. The intended treatment area should not be exposed to sunlight or tanning booth light for 14 days prior to treatment.
What can I expect after laser skin tightening treatment?
A cool compress or gel pack may be applied for comfort following your treatment. Any redness or swelling should resolve within a few hours.
What precautions should I take after laser skin tighetning treatment?
After laser treatment, prevent sun exposure by applying sunblock (SPF 30 or above). In the first few days after treatment, don’t scrub or rinse the treated areas with abrasive skin cleansers. Your practitioner may advise additional precautions.
Are there side effects to laser skin tightening treatment?
Your risks are minimal. Side effects may include redness, swelling, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, blistering, and purpura (a laser bruise), in the treated area—these usually do not last more than a few days. Permanent side effects
are rare. Be sure to discuss potential side effects with your provider
Results
The attached photography demonstrates the safety and efficacy of the laser treatments. In general, the treatments were well tolerated by the patient. She had skin tightening and secondary wrinkle reduction due to the skin tightening mostly in the cheek and jowl area. The patient was very happy with the results, especially since she is a very busy working mother. There was no
down time in this procedure, and it took very little time out of her schedule.
