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Can patients in the Bay Area, CA use CO2 lasers for facial wrinkles?

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Can patients use CO2 lasers for facial wrinkles

After the age of 30, our face begins to lose collagen. This results in sagging skin and the development of fine lines and wrinkles. Dr. Christine Lee of The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute in the Bay Area, CA has a number of amazing cosmetic treatments available to patients for battling the signs of aging, including: Ultherapy skin tightening procedures IPL Dermal fillers Neuromodulators CO2 fractional laser resurfacing For most patients, procedures such as injectables can be used to make a dramatic improvement in the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles. Botox and Dysport are neuromodulators that can address forehead … Continue reading

One Amazing option for Skin Care

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Do you have signs of aging – lines and wrinkles on your face and neck? Scars from acne on the face, chest, or back? Sun damage? Stretch marks? Age spots or unwanted pigmentation on the backs of the hands or elsewhere? Have you tried every over-the-counter remedy and cover-up out there? Now it’s time to talk with a professional. Today’s dermatology offers a wider variety of skin care options than ever before. Fractional laser treatment is an advanced choice for many skin types and situations. At The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute we use state-of-the-art technology, which divides a laser … Continue reading “One Amazing option for Skin Care”

East Bay area dermatologist explains laser resurfacing treatment and the benefits it provides

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Dr. Christine Lee of the East Bay area provides a variety of treatment for patients who want to improve their skin and body. With a wide range of services, patients find that she is able to assist with nearly any dermatological concern. Patients who want to fight the signs of aging and improve their skin may ask her about laser resurfacing treatments. Laser resurfacing treatments are done to improve the skin’s appearance. It may reduce noticeable changes in the skin or address minor flaws and imperfections. It is typically performed on the face with an ablative or non-ablative laser, depending … Continue reading

Cosmetic improvement with tailored laser treatments is available in Walnut Creek

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute’s patients come from all over the world for the expertise offered by Dr. Christine Lee and her team. You’ll have access to more than 40 lasers, customized to your skin type, tone, age, need for improvement, and goals. Gone are the days of limited lasers suitable to only a few skin types. Dr. Lee also offers the highest quality cosmetic laser treatments in Walnut Creek CA and the region, some of which were invented by her in conjunction with engineers at leading medical laser system companies. Powerful treatment with light Lasers are at the … Continue reading

Scars from past pimples can be removed with fractional laser resurfacing in Walnut Creek, CA

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$Scars from past pimples can be removed with fractional laser resurfacing$

It is not uncommon for patients who have had years of severe acne to be concerned about the damage that has been left behind. Patients in and around the Walnut Creek, CA area who have scarring from past pimples and blemishes will be excited to learn that there are treatment solutions for acne scars. One of them is that of fractional laser and skin resurfacing. A fractional laser is a treatment that allows patients to see dramatic results immediately and continuing for many months. This is because this service allows for the formation of collagen after stimulation. Our fractional laser … Continue reading

CO2 laser treatment for stretch marks in Walnut Creek

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

Women who have experienced pregnancy often suffer from skin imperfections such as stretch marks. They can also affect men and women who have gained a lot of weight in a short period of time. Stretch marks may also be noticeable on the skin of teenagers who have experienced rapid growth spurts. These marks are caused by deep tears in the dermis layer of the skin. It creates a thin later on the upper layer of the skin known as the epidermis. This textural irregularity and surface changes can look white and are normally permanent. However, Dr. Christine Lee of the … Continue reading

Pleasant Hill area patients ask about fractional laser treatment

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$Patients ask about fractional laser treatment$

Dr. Christine Lee and the team of The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute of the Pleasant Hill area provides a wide range of solutions for aging, dull skin. Over the years, the skin can take a beating from the elements, and maintaining a young appearance becomes even more challenging. This is why Dr. Christine Lee offers a myriad of skin care solutions including fractional laser treatment to resurface the skin. Patients who are dealing with the following skin concerns will benefits from fractional laser technology: Uneven skin pigmentation Large pores Acne scars Sun damage Fine lines and wrinkles Fractional laser … Continue reading

What are the most popular fractional lasers in resurfacing procedures in Walnut Creek?

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$What are the most popular fractional lasers in resurfacing procedures$

Everyone wants to obtain beautiful, soft skin that makes them look younger and well rested. However, the skin is always subjected to the elements, making it more likely to experience problems such as sun damage, larger pores, fine lines and wrinkles, and uneven pigmentation. This is why Dr. Christine Lee of The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute of Walnut Creek provides a variety of fractional laser skin resurfacing solutions. Some of the most popular fractional laser skin resurfacing procedures in our Walnut Creek area practice: ActiveFX – this treatment is best suited for patients who want to reduce the depth … Continue reading

What is fractional laser and resurfacing treatment in Walnut Creek, CA?

Posted By Dr. Christine Lee

$What is fractional laser and resurfacing treatment$

Fractional laser resurfacing is a rejuvenating treatment that produces amazing results. The results are similar to a deep chemical peel but without the downtime. The fractional laser is also less invasive than the traditional CO2 laser. This is due to the fact that the fractional laser uses tiny beams of light to heat up the deeper layers of skin to help stimulate collagen production. This treatment is provided in several sessions to lessen the temporary damage and to promote faster healing. Fractional laser resurfacing can be used to improve many signs of aging as well as acne and scaring. This … Continue reading

Where to get fractional laser & resurfacing in California

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$Where to get fractional laser and resurfacing$

The use of fractional lasers in dermatology is a progressive method of skin rejuvenation. You may also hear this process called fractional photothermolysis. “Fractional” simply means a small amount, and the word “photothermolysis” is literally derived from “light, heat, destruction.” Thus, a fractional laser directs a specific wavelength of light to a very defined area, at a microscopic level. As the light is absorbed, the energy produces enough heat to destroy the target, leaving surrounding tissue untouched. You’ve probably seen a digital photograph enlarged to the point where the individual pixels become noticeable. Imagine this technology as a laser so … Continue reading

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