Phototherapy

Rhode Island Phototherapy Treatments

At the Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery we employ the Gentle Wave technology of Phototherapy or photo-rejuvenation.

The Gentle Wave LED Laser is a light emitting diode laser system that uses variable wavelengths of light for skin rejuvenation. It is used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, freckles, sunspots, scars, and redness.

LEDs offer a totally natural, non-ablative method for skin rejuvenation.  The light from the LEDs interacts with cells and stimulates them to produce new collagen and elastin.  The GentleWaves system is coded in such a way to stimulate specific cell changes.  By manipulating the codes, different treatments can be designed for specific applications.

Typically treatments are spread over several weeks or a few months.  The number of treatments and the treatment times will vary depending on the problem being treated, the amount of surface area treated and the area treated.  Since the results are progressive, you will notice more correction approaches, treatment intervals can be expanded to three to six month intervals.  Since the skin continues to age, maintenance treatments will be required.

Treatments are very relaxing as the delivery of the LED energy to the skin is fast and completely pain free.  The energy generated by the LEDs is cool and gentle enough to treat all ethnic skin types and can be administered alone or in conjunction with other treatments.  We have found it to be highly complementary with other skin treatments such as Botox and dermal fillers such as Restylane.

The procedure takes just about 30 minutes, and the results are immediate and with minimal discomfort.  Phototherapy treatments in Rhode Island are for patients who want a simple, pain-free way to reduce or eliminate facial wrinkles. 

During your consultation Rhode Island Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Lori Polacek will review your treatment options, including pros and cons of Phototherapy treatments, potential risks and complications, recovery course, pre and post treatment instructions, and esthetic outcomes.

Prior to all procedures, Aspirin and Anti Inflammatory drugs should be avoided.