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Laser Procedures
We offer traditional laser treatments as well as fractional skin rejuvenation, a ground-breaking system that increases the possibilities for busy people who want youthful, radiant, healthy looking skin.
With lasers, facial rejuvenation is more viable and the results more predictable and desirable. It is for this reason that women and men from Champaign, Peoria and Decatur choose laser skin rejuvenation as an effective method of treatment of sundamaged skin or photoaging, lax or aging skin, wrinkles and facial scarring such as that due to acne. It is also useful for other conditions.
To learn more about your facial rejuvenation options, request a consultation with Champaign / Bloomington laser skin rejuvenation specialist Dr. Castillo or call our office nearest you. Laser resurfacing in combination with a face lift and other facial rejuvenation procedures such as eyelid surgery has produced extremely good results for total facial rejuvenation.
CO2 Micro-Fractional Laser Resurfacing
CO2 Micro-Fractional Laser Resurfacing is unique because it allows the skin to be treated with the most advanced laser technology (CO2) for maximum impact and results, while experiencing the least risk of injury, side effects and downtime. It is also unique because for the first time in the history of CO2 skin resurfacing, it allows us to safely and effectively treat not only the face but other areas of the body such as the neck, chest, hands and arms. The CO2 Micro-Fractional laser delivers a precise matrix of micro-spots to the skin for deep rejuvenation results.
Our patients love the immediate skin tightening and textural improvements that occur within the first 7 to 8 days after their procedure. This is an excellent procedure choice for difficult lines and wrinkles, acne scarring, loose skin, pigmentation problems such as brown spots and melasma, and large pores. Single treatments will show significant, long-lasting improvements.
On the day of your procedure you will arrive to our office 1 hour before your procedure. We will administer an oral pain medication and apply a topical anesthetic cream to assure you are comfortable. Therefore, you will need to have a family member or friend drive you home after your procedure . Once your skin is numb, the procedure will only take 20-30 minutes (depending on the treatment areas). Upon completion of the procedure, we will apply a ointment to your skin and you will be released to go home.
A post-procedural skincare kit will be sent home with you. Our Medical Skincare Specialist will carefully go over your instructions and answer any questions you may have before you leave our office. You may feel a sunburn sensation in the treated area. This sensation typically lasts only a few hours or less and can be relieved with an application of Aloe Vera gel.
You can expect some mild swelling for the first 48 to 72 hours. Your skin will be red, then fade to pink, then tan over the next few days. The micro-crust that has formed over your skin will begin to peel off in 2 to 3 days for facial procedures. Other body areas may take a few additional days to peel. While the ability to work is not impaired, plan to be away from work and social events for the several days.
IPL Photofacial
At Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Clinic, we offer the most advanced solutions to multiple skin imperfections through the use of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and Laser technology. IPL and Laser technology is a non-surgical, safe and effective treatment that offers solutions to sun-damaged, aging skin through a process called Photo-Rejuvenation.
- FDA-approved, state-of-the-art technology
- Provides impressive, long-lasting results
- Can be applied to any skin surface
- Patients can return to most normal daily activities immediately following treatment
- Treats multiple skin issues simultaneously
Brown spots, redness, and broken capillaries are a major contributor to making us appear older than we are and certainly older than we feel! It's amazing how removing those imperfections and evening out our skin tone can help us look and feel years younger and healthier too. Photo-Rejuvenation is ideal for men and women with sun-damaged, aging skin. Over a series of treatments, visible signs of sun damage and aging are corrected, restoring your skin to a more radiant, youthful appearance.
The face has an extensive network of veins and tiny capillaries. Aging, trauma, sun exposure, hereditary and lifestyle factors can cause them to break, creating red lines or blotches on the skin. IPL Photo-Rejuvenation not only treats the visible skin imperfections but also the deeper sun damage that has not risen to the surface yet. This treatment can improve the appearance of:
- Brown Spots
- Melasma
- Rosacea or Redness
- Large Pores
- Birth Marks
- Scar Reduction
- New Stretch Marks
- Uneven Skin Tone/Texture
IPL not only improves the appearance of your skin but will improve the health of your skin as well. All IPL and Laser treatments are performed in the comfort and privacy of our skin care suite. Intense Pulsed Light and Laser technologies are also used to eliminate unwanted facial/body hair and spider veins as well.
Consultation
You will begin with a consultation and skin evaluation to accurately assess your skin's current condition and determine your goals for improving the health and appearance of your skin. A recommended treatment plan will then be individually customized and discussed with you. Request a consultation online to get started.
