TRL Resurfacing

TRL Resurfacing

Resurfacing Laser

Polish Your Skin

Achieve a vibrant glow with this complete corrective suite of laser skin treatments, for all skin types including NanoLaserPeel, MicroLaserPeel and Contour TRL.

What does TRL treat?

  • Deep wrinkles

  • Pigment issues

  • Acne Scars

  • Fine lines & wrinkles

  • Dullness & aging skin

  • Poor or uneven skin tone

TRL Resurfacing Laser - Lisse Medical Aesthetics - Gig Harbor, & University Place, WA

RESURFACING OPTIONS

RESURFACING OPTIONS

NanoLaserPeel

A NanoLaserPeel (NLP) uses light energy to instantly remove the top layers of the skin at a depth that also accelerates the skin’s own renewal process by activating special messenger cells. Microdermabrasion and chemical peels often don’t get deep enough and other lasers leave a layer of heat-damaged cells that interrupt the ability of these messenger cells to communicate with deeper layers of skin. Only the NanoLaerPeel from Sciton has the precision to work at just the right depth, creating beautifully smooth, luminous skin.

The NLP beam is scanned over a treatment area to remove a very thin layer of the skin. Removing the top layer eliminates some of the damaged cells that can give skin a tired, aged look. Plus it activates messenger cells to trigger the body’s natural healing process. As the skin heals, fresh cells grow and resurface the treated area. The result is healthier- looking skin, often with reduced wrinkles and improved color evenness. Take your skin from “Tired to Vibrant”.

Recommended For:

  • Mild Wrinkles
  • Scars
  • Keratosis
  • Sun Damage/Freckles
  • Pigment Irregularities

Downtime: Very Minimal

MicroLaserPeel

A MicroLaserPeel (MLP) removes a very thin layer of skin to improve fine lines, pigmentation, tone, and texture – restoring a more youthful appearance by gently revitalizing the entire skin surface.

The MLP’s beam is scanned over a treatment area to remove a very thin layer of the skin. Removing the top layer eliminates some of the damaged cells that can give skin a tired, aged look. As the skin heals, fresh cells grow and resurface the treated area. The result is healthier-looking skin, often with reduced wrinkles and improved color evenness. Patients often say that it looks like their skin went from looking tired to vibrant.

Recommended For:

  • Mild Wrinkles
  • Scars
  • Keratosis
  • Sun Damage/Freckles
  • Pigment Irregularities

Downtime: Very Minimal

Profactional Therapy

Profractional Therapy treats a fraction of the skin, stimulating new collagen growth and improving your skin’s tone, texture, the fine lines, deeper wrinkles, and the appearance of scars. Performed in our office, this treatment is quick, comfortable, and requires little to moderate downtime.

ProFractional uses a tiny laser beam to treat thousands of pinpoint areas of your skin. Because only a fraction of your skin. Because only a fraction of your skin is directly treated with the laser, the surrounding untreated tissue promotes rapid healing. The skin’s wound healing response creates new collagen which adds firmness and resilience to the skin.

Recommended For:

  • Wrinkles
  • Scars
  • Sun Damage

Downtime: Moderate

Contour TRL

Contour TRL safely removes a layer of skin to a depth determined by your treatment provider. The depth of treatment will depend on the skin condition, your desired outcome, and expectation for downtime. Because Contour TRL can affect tissue with micron precision, your provider can treat your skin with the exact amount of energy needed – no more, no less. Treating skin with a laser stimulates the growth of new collagen, which improves the skin’s thickness and resilience. The skin surface will also re-grow with fresh, healthy cells, which will give your skin a younger rejuvenated appearance.

Recommended For:

  • Deep wrinkles
  • Scars
  • Solar spots
  • Actinic ketatoses
  • Poor skin tone and texture

Downtime: Varies

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The most commonly treated areas are the face and neck. Many other areas such as the chest and hands can also be treated. Sometimes laser resurfacing treatments are combined with additional laser treatments to further improve results. Please discuss your needs and skin goals with your provider.

Your skin will be cleaned in the treatment area and your eyes will be protected with safety shields. Your provider will position the laser over the skin while a computer-guided scanner moves the laser beam in the designated treatment area. Depending on the size of the area being treated, the treatment usually lasts 15-30 minutes.

The comfort level of laser resurfacing treatments varies from patient to patient and depends largely on the depth of treatment. For shallow treatments, the procedure is well tolerated with the use of a topical anesthetic. For deeper treatments, your provider may administer a nerve block or local anesthetic.

Immediately following the treatment, you may experience redness and a sensation resembling sunburn. Swelling may also occur in the treated areas. Your provider will advise you on specific after-treatment care recommendations, which may include analgesics and application of an ointment to keep the skin moist.

Complete healing will depend largely on the depth of treatment. Healing times for shallow treatments are typically 2-4 days before patients resume normal activities. For deeper treatments, you should discuss realistic expectations for recovery with your provider.

You may be given skin care products and instructions on how to use them. Your skin will be sensitive to ultra-violet light after the procedure, so you must avoid direct sun exposure until fully healed. It is recommended that you always use some level of sun protection to avoid sun damage and premature aging of your skin.

Depending on your treatment, the top layer of your skin will re-grow and can be covered with makeup in about 2 days to 1 week, at which time you will see noticeable improvements in your skin’s texture, tone, and wrinkle appearance. Deeper laser treatments also stimulate the growth of new collagen over the next 4 to 6 months. During this time, the skin may show increasing improvements in tightness and resilience.

TREATMENT INFO

  • Discontinue use of retinol, Retin-A, AHA, BHA or other active products 1 week prior to treatment.
  • AVOID: Alcohol, caffeine, Niacin supplement, high-sodium foods, high sugar foods, refined carbohydrates (you may eat fruit), spicy foods, and cigarettes for 24-48 hours before and after treatment.
  • Drink ample water to keep your skin hydrated.
  • Discuss the use of any blood thinners or anti-platelet medications like aspirin with your aesthetician. Do not discontinue any blood thinning or anti platelet medications without the permission from your primary care provider, cardiologist, or neurologist. This also warrants a discussion with your injector and/or master aesthetician.
  • Discontinue use of photosensitive medication if approved by your primary care physician and also reach out to your injector or master aesthetician.
    NO Aspirin, Motrin, Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, or any other essential fatty acids at least 3 days to 1 week before and after treatment.
    No sun exposure 1 week before and after treatment.
  • Discontinue use of tanning beds 1 week before and after treatment.
  • If you develop a cold sore or rash prior to your appointment you must reschedule. If you have ever experienced cold sores in the past it is imperative you take a prophylactic course of anti-viral medication such as acyclovir/valacyclovir. This can be prescribed by your primary care doctor or the provider at LISSÈ.

  • Swelling, redness and bruising may occur for 1-7 days post treatment although it is rare. You will likely be edematous for 1-3 days.
  • Avoid sun exposure for 1 week and always wear sunscreen.
  • Discontinue use of Retin-A, Retinol, AHA, and BHA for 3-5 days post-treatment.
  • Discontinue use of tanning beds 1 week post-treatment.
    NO Aspirin, Motrin, Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, or any other essential fatty acids at least 3 days to 1 week post-treatment.
  • AVOID: Alcohol, caffeine, Niacin supplement, high-sodium foods, high sugar foods, refined carbohydrates (you may eat fruit), spicy foods, and cigarettes 24-48 hours post-treatment.
Lisse Medical Aesthetics - Gig Harbor and University Place, WA

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