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VBEAM LASER TREATMENT
The Vbeam System is a world-renowned pulsed dye laser that is easy to use and recognized as the gold standard for the treatment of vascular (red) lesions. PDL Vbeam has been proven time and again for the successful treatment of a wide range of vascular, pigmented and some non-pigmented lesions with a low incidence of side effects.
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What do we use the Vbeam laser for?
At Clinique Face MD, we most often use the Vbeam System to treat scars, vascular areas of the face (telangiectasias, angiomas, wine spots) and reed. However, the Vbeam also has over 20 indications:
- Benign pigmented lesions
- Benign vascular lesions
- Dyschromia
- Facial telangiectasia
- Inflammatory acne
- vulgaris
- Leg veins
- Nasal telangiectasia
- Photo-rejuvenation
- Poikiloderma
- Post-procedure bruising
- Telangiectatic telescoping
- Wrinkles
- Cherry angioma
- Hemangioma *
- Port wine stains *
- Psoriasis*
- Scars *
- Arachneal angioma *
- Striae *
- Venous lakes *
- Warts (non-facial) *
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What are the contraindications for the Vbeam laser?
Accutane – Wait 6 months after stopping taking Accutane. Tattoos – Do not treat tattooed skin, including decorative tattoos, permanent makeup, and write-off tattoos.
Photosensitivity – History of photosensitivity to 595 nm light.
Pregnancy
Seizure Disorders – We do not treat patients with a history of light-triggered seizures.
Medication – Patients who take blood thinners, iron supplements, herbal supplements like ginko, ginseng, or garlic on a daily basis may bruise more easily.
Photosensitizing Drugs – Drugs which induce photosensitivity in or above the 595nm range.
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) 1 and 2 – Do not treat if one or more active lesions are present in the intended treatment area. Patients with a known history of frequent lesions due to HSV 1 and 2 should start prophylaxis before treatment, as prescribed by their doctor.
Poorly Controlled Medical Conditions – These patients must be carefully evaluated by their doctor for medical clearance.
Active skin infection – Avoid treating open wounds and skin that is actively infected.
Sensitivity to cold – Use caution when treating patients with Raynaud’s phenomenon.
Keloid scars – Perform tests before treating larger areas.
Implanted medical devices – Cardiac pacemakers, cardioverters and other implantable or filling devices, consult a physician.
Tanned skin – Do not treat recently tanned skin. Blisters and hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation may occur. Let the tan fade before treatment. If in doubt, compare the treatment area with the limited sun exposure area.
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How to Prepare Your Skin for Vbeam Laser Treatment
Topical anesthetics can be used before laser treatment, according to the manufacturers instructions. HOWEVER, topical anesthetics must be removed from the skin before treatment.
The skin should be clean and dry; remove all lotions, perfumes, makeup, deodorants, self-tanners, etc.
We rinse the treatment area thoroughly with water after cleaning it with soap (or similar mild cleanser) and water.
We shave the hairy areas before the treatment.
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How to take care of your skin after a Vbeam laser
1. Cold compresses or cold gel packs or cold aloe vera gel can be applied after treatment.
2. Prolonged exposure to the sun should be avoided; a moisturizing sunscreen of at least SPF30 + should be applied continuously throughout the treatment.
3. Clean the area gently and avoid irritation from friction or chafing.
4. Resume use of usual topical agents as soon as irritation subsides.
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What are the potential risks of the Vbeam laser?
Itching (hives-like reaction)
Burns, blisters, scabs, changes in color and / or texture.
Activation of herpes simplex
Hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin, transient or long term) Hypopigmentation (lightening of the skin, transient, long term or possibly permanent).
In the event of hypo or hyperpigmentation, treatment should not be carried out until the pigmentation returns to normal.
Scars (rare, possibly permanent)
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What should I expect after Vbeam laser treatment?
If you have had purpuric treatment (with desired bruising): purpura, edema, minimal to moderate discomfort relieved by a cold compress or a cool gel pack.
If you have had non-purpuric treatment (without bruising desired): edema, mild to moderate erythema and a feeling of tightness with minimal discomfort.
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How many treatments are usually needed?
Several treatments over a period of several months may be necessary. It is the provider’s judgment that will determine the end of treatment. Treatment should stop when the clinical endpoint and the desired patient outcome have been achieved.
Maintenance treatments may be necessary to maintain the desired result.
*What are the prices of a Vbeam treatment?
See our Clinique Face MD Price List page.
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We Are Committed To Helping You Achieve Your Desired Look. Trust Your Face To Face MD.
Facial features are what makes each of us unique, and enhancing the appearance of facial features can have a significant effect on self-esteem. Over the counter facial products and makeup provide temporary results, but our procedures offer more durable and dramatic results. Our goal is to identify each patients’ facial aesthetic potential and optimize it.
Clinique Face MD is an aesthetic medical center that specializes in cosmetic enhancement procedures for the face and neck. With our offering of injections, surgery, and state-of-the-art technologies, we are the only clinic in Quebec that provides such a complete service offering dedicated exclusively to aesthetic enhancement of the face and neck.
Our team of facial specialists – overseen by the highly decorated head and neck specialist Dr. Sami Moubayed – are able to improve facial features and help you maximize your aesthetic potential.
We use safe and effective treatment methods using the latest technology – with results that will not only enhance your appearance – but make you feel proud and confident with how you look.
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