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Laser skin resurfacing is a safe, proven and effective way to rejuvenate the skin surface without involving cosmetic surgery.

The treatment provider will use a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser technique to carefully remove the uppermost layers of dead or damaged skin to reveal renewed, smoother skin. Mild aging signs on the skin’s surface may be treated with Erbium laser technology, but CO2 is preferred for deeper wrinkles and creases.

Dr. Bryson Richards is a board certified plastic surgeon providing high precision laser skin resurfacing and other surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatments. Dr. Richards will explain the pros and cons of laser skin resurfacing during the initial consultation. He provides this procedure to patients in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding communities across the horizon.

 

How does it Work?

The outermost layers of damaged skin will be removed in a delicate and precise manner with controlled CO2 laser beams. This targeted treatment will stimulate the regeneration of renewed skin underneath. Unlike plastic surgery, the procedure involves minimal risk, discomfort, or downtime.

Advanced laser skin resurfacing techniques make use of light beams that are pulsed or scattered at a rapid rate to achieve better outcomes in a least aggressive way. This approach ensures that the skin is exposed to minimal heat, and the surrounding healthy tissue remains unharmed.

More intensive CO2 laser treatment can be applied for deeper tissue correction in order to improve major wrinkles and creases on the surface. Significantly age-defying results can be achieved when laser skin resurfacing is performed by an experienced provider.

Laser skin resurfacing is commonly performed over large parts of the facial area, or in targeted sites such as around the mouth or below the eyes. A local anesthestic may be applied to keep the patient comfortable during the treatment, but in a few cases, the provider may use sedation.

 

Suitable Candidates

People who are bothered by the appearance of significant aging signs on the face, but want to avoid surgery, may make good candidates for laser skin resurfacing. The procedure is also suitable for individuals with facial scars or uneven pigmentation.

The laser treatment expert will closely evaluate the patient’s skin type, tone, color and degree of skin laxity before recommending laser skin resurfacing. Experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV and nearby areas for laser procedures.

 

Benefits

Laser skin resurfacing is a very precise technique to reduce the impact of aging lines on the face, reduce uneven skin complexion, and reveal youthful skin that exists below the upper damaged layers. Skin imperfections and facial scars can also be improved with this treatment.

Apart from correction of facial wrinkles and fine lines, laser skin resurfacing is also useful in addressing skin conditions such as uneven pigmentation, sun damage, benign lesions, and pre-cancerous spots.

 

Safety

Laser skin resurfacing is a completely safe procedure, as long as it is performed under the supervision and guidance of an experienced medical professional. The patient will be required to avoid sun exposure for several weeks after the treatment in order to achieve safe and desirable outcomes.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

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Laser hair removal is a non-surgical procedure, and it does not involve the potential risks and complications typically associated with a cosmetic surgery procedure. However, it is still important for the patient to be aware of the risk and safety aspects of laser hair removal.

During the initial consultation, the treatment provider will educate the patient on all aspects of laser hair removal, including its potential side effects and risks. Board certified and tremendous plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides laser hair removal to patients in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding communities.

 

Common Risks

Skin Burns

Laser devices can produce powerful heat, which is targeted on the hair follicles to reduce the unwanted hair. Although the procedure, unlike plastic surgery, is non-invasive, but it may still cause mild skin burns in a few patients. Patients with darker skin are more prone to laser hair removal burns because the darker pigment will absorb the laser light more readily.

An experienced laser treatment provider will be able to deliver controlled and precise laser energy in targeted areas to minimize the risk of skin burns. The burns, in most instances, will be mild, but in rare cases, severe burns may occur.

 

Hyperpigmentation and Hypopigmentation

Hyperpigmentation refers to the darkening of the skin in the treated areas that may occur following the laser hair removal. The laser treatment can stimulate the production of melanin, producing a reaction similar to a sun tan.

Hypopigmentation, on the other hand, involves skin lightening that may also occur after the laser hair removal treatment. Laser light absorption may inhibit the production of melanin in some patients, resulting in the loss of pigment.

 

Other Risks

Some other risks that may be potentially associated with a laser hair removal treatment will include:

  • Eye injuries, which may occur if the eyes are not properly protected during the laser treatment procedure.
  • Itching in the treated sites is a common side effect, which may last for a while during and after the treatment.
  • Redness in the skin may occur, and swelling around the hair follicles may also be seen after the treatment.
  • Tingling sensation, numbness and pain around the treated sites are common side effects, which will gradually resolve on their own.
  • Mild bruising may occur if the patient has sensitive skin.
  • Formation of scabs and crusting may occur in the treated areas in a few cases.

Most of these side effects will normally disappear within a short period on their own. One of the rare but significant side effects is the occurrence of infection after laser hair removal. The patient should keep the treated sites clean after the procedure to mitigate the risk. Purple coloring of the skin on the tanned areas is another very rare side effect of this procedure.

The patient should follow the post-treatment care instructions of the laser hair removal expert in order to minimize the risks. Internal and external heat exposure and sunlight exposure must be avoided. Experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV and other cities and communities in The Silver State.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

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Laser hair removal is a safe and effective way to get rid of undesirable hair on the body and face without involving cosmetic surgery. At the time of initial consultation, the laser treatment provider will explain various steps involved in the laser hair removal process.

Multiple treatment sessions are usually required to reduce all the targeted hair from various areas. The treatment is performed conveniently as an in-office procedure, and involves little to no downtime. Board certified and remarkable plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides laser hair removal to patients in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding communities in this part of the Southwest.

 

Key Steps

The first step in laser hair removal begins a few days prior to the actual treatment. The patient is required to shave the areas to be treated a few days in advance. Close to the day of the procedure, the patient should refrain from using razor. Waxing or hair removal lotions should be particularly avoided during this pre-treatment phase as well as in-between two treatment sessions.

Unlike most plastic surgery procedures, laser hair removal can be performed without the need for sedation or strong anesthesia. On the day of the procedure, a local anesthetic cream may be applied, but this step is not essential in all cases. The treatment provider may use a spray, gel or a cool laser tip to make the treatment experience more comfortable, depending on the type of laser to be used.

The patient as well as the laser hair removal expert will be required to wear special glasses that are designed filter out harmful light during the procedure. The laser device will be adjusted to match with the patient’s unique needs. The provider may use the laser first on a few test spots to optimize the power, size and pulse frequency for safe and effective results.

A hand-held laser device is then precisely focused on the unwanted hair follicles. The duration of the treatment session will depend on the extent of hair to be removed and the surface area involved. Most patients report little to no discomfort during the laser hair removal treatment.

 

Multiple Treatment Sessions

While laser facial hair removal involves more sensitive skin sites, laser body hair removal usually involves a larger surface area. Multiple treatment sessions are often necessary to achieve effective hair removal. The hairs in different areas will grow at different rates, and some hairs may be in a resting cycle while others are in their growth phase.

Therefore, multiple treatments become necessary to treat the hairs with laser in their growth cycles. Each treatment session may be spaced about four to six weeks apart. Fabulous and astute cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV and nearby areas for laser hair removal.

 

After the Treatment

Mild redness and swelling may occur in the laser treated sites, but these symptoms will mostly dissipate in about 24 hours. Ice therapy, aloe gels, or anti-inflammatory creams may be applied as per the treatment provider’s advice. Sun exposure in the treated areas must be strictly avoided between treatments to achieve safe and desirable outcomes.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

Laser hair removal is the most effective and popular procedure designed to reduce unwanted hair without applying cosmetic surgery. Minimal to no downtime is involved in laser hair removal. The laser treatment provider will discuss the recovery aspects and give recovery care instructions to the patient.

Most patients will have a smooth and quick recovery following laser hair removal, and can return to their normal routine immediately. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides laser hair removal procedure to patients in Las Vegas, NV, and other neighborhoods and cities in the southern part of this state.

 

Recovery Experience

Unlike plastic surgery procedures, in case of laser hair removal, the patient can resume their regular activities immediately following the laser treatment session. However, some degree of redness and swelling may be experienced for about 24 hours. The patient may apply ice therapy, aloe gels, or anti-inflammatory creams as per the laser expert’s advice to minimize discomfort.

Patients often describe the ensuing discomfort after laser hair removal as similar to mild sunburn. The treated sites may feel slightly irritated and puffy, particularly around the hair follicles. But the sensation will usually dissipate in a matter of hours, or a day or two in a few cases. Busy moms or working patients find this procedure ideal because they can immediately return to their normal routine without any hassle.

 

How to Improve Post-Treatment Comfort?

Although most patients will only have mild and temporary signs of discomfort, but a few may notice a type of crusting or blistering in the treated area. In such case, they should get in touch with the laser treatment provider promptly and receive professional medical care.

But in most cases, patients will have mild symptoms of redness and swelling, which can be alleviated in simple ways. The patient may use cold compresses in the first one or two days after the treatment to soothe the area. Ice can be used, or a soft cloth can be soaked in ice water and then placed gently over the affected sites as frequently as required.

In any case, discomfort will be temporary and the patient will quickly recover. Moisturizing gels or lotions can also aid in the recovery of the laser treated sites. The treatment provider may prescribe a cream for this purpose.

 

Post-Op Precautions

The laser treatment provider will give detailed instructions for post-operative care. The patient should maintain skin health between two laser treatment sessions. For the first few days after the treatment, they should avoid shaving the treated area. Tweezing, waxing, plucking and bleaching should be entire avoided during the laser hair removal treatments, including the gap between two treatments.

Strong soaps should be avoided for cleansing because it may lead to drying of the skin. It is critical to avoid exposure to sunlight in the treated area.

The patient should apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Periodic monitoring of the skin and hair condition is required as recommended by the laser expert. Stellar and sagacious cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV and nearby areas for laser hair removal.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.