The SFP Medispa is well known to offer the latest technology and premium skin care solutions for our patients. Sciton IPL (Intense Pulse Light) and (BBL) Broad-band light are two similar anti-aging treatments that have gained popularity over the years as being safe, gentle extremely gratifying. They are both highly effective and efficient treatments, with high patient satisfaction due to their enduring properties and powerful technologies. These treatments are designed to help both men and women achieve a smoother, more even skin tone -reducing visible signs of aging, damage or discolouration.

What Is Intense Pulsed Light Or Broad Band Light And What Does It Do?

Intense Pulsed Light

Using a series of full-face treatments and specific light parameters, one will see consistent and dramatic improvements of sun damage, flushing, redness and broken capillaries. Patients observe smoother skin with visible improvements in irregular pigmentation, fine wrinkles, and pore size. Generally, different wave lengths of light are absorbed by the skin. Some of the light is taken up by pigment, others by reds in the skin. The end result is to produce a complexion that is more even toned, smoother and youthful. Whether referred to as IPL, fotofacial, photorejuvenation or BBL, this newer technology that uses broadspectrum light can gently and effectively treat a variety of skin conditions.

IPL Treatments

The characteristic redness of vascular lesions is reduced and pigmented or brown spots on the skin are faded for a more smooth and youthful appearance. IPL treatments can dramatically affect photo-aging or skin damage due to sun exposure on the face, neck, chest, and hands; almost any area of the body where sun damage is apparent.

How Long Does The Treatment Take?

Intense pulsed light, fotofacial or photorejuvenation treatment takes minutes, requires no anesthesia, and patients are able to return to full activities immediately after treatments. There are few technologies that can achieve these results. The absence of “downtime,” scarring, minimal discomfort, ease of treatments, and the high degree of patient satisfaction offer a number of advantages over laser skin resurfacing, chemical peeling, or microdermabrasion.

Am I A Good Candidate?

People that desire to improve the appearance of their skin and reduce sun damage, but wish to avoid the downtime and discomfort of laser resurfacing are considered good candidates for the Fotofacial treatment. People who are looking to achieve a more dramatic improvement in their skin than can be accomplished with a microdermabrasion treatment, will find the fotofacial treatment an excellent choice.

Customized Treatment Approach

Please note that a “one size fits all” approach is not what we offer, nor is it ideal when it comes to the state of the art IPL anti-aging treatment. Instead, the light technology is customized. In other words, the light will be modified according to the unique skin colour of the patient as well as the unique skin condition that they have. The end result is a more even skin tone, as well as skin that appears younger looking and radiant.

How Does IPL Work?

Unlike laser light, IPL uses broad spectrum light with cut-off filters that are customized to reach only the areas that are to be treated without damaging the surface layers of skin. The wave lengths only affect the blood vessels being targeted or the melanin in the skin that is causing the dark spots. The pin-pointed areas of the skin that absorb the light and heat energy, are effectively destroyed and eventually eliminated through the body’s natural healing processes. Part of that natural healing process includes the production of new collagen— the essential building block of fresh, healthy, new skin — resulting in improved texture, reduced pore size, and smoothing of fine lines and wrinkles.

Why Choose IPL Over Other Treatments?

In the spectrum of skin resurfacing and rejuvenation procedures available, IPL falls between microdermabrasion or chemical peels and laser treatments.

What Can I Expect During Treatment?

What Can I Expect After The Treatment?

How Many Treatments Do I Need?

The effects of IPL photo-rejuvenation treatments are gradual and completely natural. Typically, four to six sessions spaced about three weeks apart are required to achieve optimum results. The consistent use of a high-SPF sun protection may allow the benefits of the treatment to last from anywhere up to a year. Any tanning should also be avoided while undergoing the treatment. Expecting impressive and instant results immediately following the procedure is an unrealistic expectation, and it is best to discuss your unique needs and concerns with Dr. Philip Solomon, Otolaryngologist, Head and Neck Surgery practicing Facial Plastic Surgery, before you decide if IPL is right for you.

What Skin Conditions Can Be Treated With IPL?

IPL has been used to treat freckles, melasma, spider veins, fine wrinkles, and birthmarks. IPL can also be used to treat mild scarring, fine lines, a dull complexion, age spots, brown pigmentation, acne based enlarged pores, Rosacea, small veins, flushing, redness, and other skin damage brought on by prolonged exposure to UV rays. In many cases, the hands, chest, and neck are also treated.

How Long Does It Last?

With regard to longevity, the results can last for several years in some cases. Sun exposure is a huge factor in terms of how long the results will last, as well as the person’s natural aging process. Dr. Solomon may suggest a unique line of anti-aging products for you in order to maximize the effectiveness and duration of the treatment. However, as each person and condition is unique the end result varies for patients.

Can IPL Be Combined With Other Procedures?

Contact Us to Find Out More About Photorejuvenation

A consultation with Dr. Solomon, a facial cosmetic surgeon in Toronto who is board certified in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and a board certified facial plastic surgeon by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery will help you determine if IPL photo-rejuvenation is the best procedure for your needs and goals.

Call our office today to schedule an appointment and find out the options we have available to treat damaged or aging skin in a safe and gentle way. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have and to help you achieve the radiant complexion you’ve always wanted and deserve.