PhotoFacial Age spots, irregular skin pigmentation and wrinkles are just a few of the joys of getting older. Once considered inevitable signs of aging, modern technology has not only challenged this mentality but also produced proven methods of defying it. PhotoFacial is a new and exciting technique which has the ability to reverse the aging process and correct skin damage in a non-invasive manner. This technique uses Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to achieve dramatic results for a number of cosmetic problems, such as age spots, broken capillaries, scars, acne and uneven skin tone. Since the skin's epidermal surface is not disturbed, there is no recovery time involved. With PhotoFacial, you will not be forced to use your hard-earned vacation time to recover from cosmetic procedures. Forget lying to your friends (they don't believe that curling iron story, anyway) and concerned stares from your dog, PhotoFacial will have you enjoying your normal activities immediately following treatment. And you'll be delighted with the dramatic results! Please note there are numerous Photofacial Devices on the marketplace and we choose to use the newest technology that came on the marketplace in Oct of 2004. This technology is the most comfortable and effective and has been written up in numerous publications. Some commonly asked questions How does PhotoFacial work? Using a handheld instrument, the licensed aesthetician/certified laser technician applies an intense light in a series of gentle pulses over the treatment area. The heat that is generated by the light causes damage to the vessel or lesion, and the skin begins its natural healing process. PhotoFacial is an excellent modality for removing hyperpigmentation (age spots), evening out skin tone, reducing pore size and stimulating collagen. It may also be able to reduce the appearance of fine lines. Treatments are given at three-week intervals. How many sessions will it take? Each client is unique, however, an average number of treatments is five, with a touch-up every three to six months. Since sun damage often goes beyond the surface of the skin and into the dermis, consecutive treatments are necessary to achieve optimal results. Talk to one of our licensed aestheticians/certified laser technicians to determine how many treatments you will need to look your absolute best. Am I a good candidate for PhotoFacial? If you would like to improve the overall appearance of your skin without the expense, risks and downtime associated with plastic surgery, then you are an excellent candidate for this procedures. PhotoFacial can produce dramatic results by minimizing pore size, stimulating collagen and correcting hyperpigmentation. Is there any downtime associated with PhotoFacial? Not at all. This procedure is non-invasive and most clients return to their normal activities immediately following treatment. How safe are the treatments? Very safe. Side effects are extremely rare but can occur. Immediately following treatment, some clients may experience a bit of redness or flushing, and skin irregularities such as brown spots and capillaries may even be temporarily darker. Occasionally, a delayed reaction occurs and the skin may become redder within a short period of time. In most all cases, however, these irregularities will fade and the client will see results. Can PhotoFacial be used with other treatments to improve the appearance of my skin? Absolutely. At Physicians Skin Institute, we deliver the very best in customized skincare to our valuable clients. We do not view our clients as "package deals" or "one size fits all." Our highly trained staff believes that skincare should be as individual as you are and as a result, we often combine different skincare procedures to achieve the best results and happy, satisfied clients. Why is Physicians Skin Institute the best medical spa for PhotoFacial? Featuring a diverse Medical Advisory board of doctors and our friendly team of aestheticians, certified laser technicians, nurses and massage therapists, you will be in excellent hands at PSI. We are the only medical spa in Arizona that has a sister company (www.nationallaserinstitute.com) housed in the same building, where we offer Laser Certification and training courses. As the first in Arizona to set the standard in excellence, we are laser education pioneers that will ensure you the highest level of quality service. Laser and light-therapy skincare are not something we take lightly-we utilize these treatments every single day, and our highly trained staff is the very best at what they do. To ensure that each one of our clients receives total comfort and outstanding results, we have carefully selected the absolute best equipment that modern technology has to offer. We are the only medical spa in Arizona that guarantees that our laser technicians are not only certified, but also have completed a rigorous training course at the National Laser Institute, founded by our principals. At PSI, safety is our number one priority, and our staff has the proven background to help you achieve your skin care goals. 16601 North 90th Street Scottsdale, Arizona 85260 480.222.4640 : customerservice@psiscottsdale.com