Laser Skin Resurfacing

If you are bothered by the appearance of uneven or rough skin, acne, acne scarring, stretch marks, surgical scars or redness and visible veins, we can help. Dr. Johnson and his team at Advanced Aesthetics in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho offer solutions to some of the most common skin concerns. Our practice offers laser skin resurfacing for men and women from Spokane, Kennewick, Moses Lake, Wenatchee, and the surrounding area.

To learn more about laser skin resurfacing, request a complimentary consultation online or call us at (208) 676-8346. Dr. Kevin M. Johnson and the rest of the team at Advanced Aesthetics offer solutions for many common skin complaints. We use the latest technology to provide the best possible results for our patients. We serve women and men from throughout Idaho, Washington, Montana, Oregon, and other states.

Light & Bright Skin Resurfacing Treatment

Using a combination of laser technologies to treat the dermis, or middle layer of skin, the Light & Bright treatment combines a non-ablative laser to improve skin’s texture and stimulate collagen in the deeper layers of the skin with IPL energy to break up dark spots and redness, revealing fresher, more youthful looking skin.

The Light & Bright skin resurfacing treatment helps turn back the clock by:

• Lightening the appearance of dark spots, freckles, and age spots
• Improving skin’s texture
• Reducing the appearance of veins and redness
• Reducing the appearance of sun damage
• Improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

The Light & Bright system uses Frax 1550 technology to deliver small, controlled bursts of energy to the middle layers of the skin, causing it to heat up and stimulate the body’s natural healing process to improve skin’s texture. By heating the lower layers of the skin, the dermis, the skin heals itself, generating new collagen, which results in smoother, more youthful looking skin.

The Ellipse IPL™ is then used to target blood vessels and pigmentation in your skin using short bursts of light energy. This laser is designed to specially target blood vessels and melanin in the skin to reduce the appearance of redness and age spots.

This combination of laser treatments has proven effective in clinical studies at improving skin’s texture and appearance.

• 100% of patients saw a lightening of pigmentation.
• 82% of patients felt their wrinkles appeared softened.
• 100% of patients saw a reduction in vascular appearance.

What to Expect From a Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatment

During your consultation, you will meet with a member of our aesthetic team who will discuss you skin concerns and perform a full assessment of your skin to determine the best treatment for you. Typically, the Light & Bright laser resurfacing treatment consists of 3 treatment sessions, spaced 4 weeks apart, but your provider will recommend a customized treatment based on your goals and skin concerns.

It is important to avoid tanning, tanning beds, and self-tanners for at least 30 days prior to the treatment. Dr. Johnson recommends wearing SPF 30+ sunscreen at all times prior to treatment. He also recommends avoiding smoking for 4-8 hours before treatment to avoid constricting blood vessels, which can make treatment less effective.

Before the treatment, your provider will apply a topical anesthetic cream to slightly numb the skin’s surface to help make the treatment more comfortable. This will be applied approximately 30 minutes before the treatment begins.

A Light & Bright laser skin resurfacing treatment only takes 30 – 45 minutes to complete, and you should have little discomfort during the treatment. Your skin may feel warm when the laser is in use and you may want to apply a cold, damp cloth after treatment.

For the first 24 hours after treatment, we recommend avoiding strenuous exercise and keeping your face makeup-free. You should apply moisturizer to the treated area to keep the skin soft. Avoid using any harsh products on the treated area.

After treatment, it is normal to feel slightly itchy and dry as the old skin starts to slough off. This usually lasts about a week after treatment and can be lessened with the use of moisturizer. In some cases, your skin will appear darker as the treated skin is sloughed off. This can be covered up with makeup. Avoid direct sun exposure for 2 weeks after treatment and wear SPF 30+ sunscreen when in the sun.

Over the next few weeks, you will start to see improved skin texture, lightening of dark spots, and less redness in your skin. After a series of treatments, you can expect to see a noticeable improvement in your skin’s tone and texture.

Please contact us at (208) 676-8346 or request a consultation to learn more about laser skin resurfacing with the Light & Bright treatment at Advanced Aesthetics. We look forward to seeing you.