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LASER HAIR REMOVAL
How does Hair Grow?
What affects the appearance of body hair?
How does the system remove hair?
Is it safe?
Does it hurt?
How many treatments will I need?
Are the results permanent?
What happens after treatment?
Who is a good candidate for laser hair removal?
What special instructions do I follow after treatment?
If I have a tan, can I get laser hair removal?

FOTOFACIAL
What is FotoFacial?
Why should I go to Perfect Skin for my fotofacial treatments?
What are the indications for FotoFacial™ Treatments?
Can FotoFacial help with Rosacea?
What are the advantages of FotoFacial treatments
over chemical peels and micro-dermabrasion?

Can FotoFacial be used with other treatment?

PHOTODYNAMIC SKIN REJUVENATION
What is photodynamic therapy?
Who should have this treatment?
Who should not have these treatments?
What are the side effects?

SCLEROTHERAPY
What is Sclerotherapy?

SMOOTHBEAM
What is the Smoothbeam?
What conditions does Smoothbeam treat?
What kind of acne does the Smoothbeam treat?
How does Smoothbeam Acne Treatment compare to existing treatments?
How many laser treatments are required?
What does Smoothbeam feel like?
How long will the results last?
What precautions should I take?
How will my face look after the treatment?
Should I continue to use my acne creams and medications?
How much will it cost?
Is this treatment covered by insurance?

THERMACOOL NON SURGICAL FACE LIFT
What is the Thermage Procedure?
How does it work?
What does a Thermage Procedure feel like?
How long will the Thermage Procedure take?
When can I return to my normal activities?
When will I notice results?
How many treatments will I need?
How long with the effects last?
How safe is it?
How does the Thermage Procedure change your skin?

TATTOO REMOVAL
Can all tattoos be removed completely?
How many sessions will it take to remove my tattoo?
Is it painful to remove a tattoo?
What type of care does the treated area require?

MICRODERMABRASION
How is the procedure done?
Does MicroDermabrasion hurt?
How do I prepare for this proceedure?
How long does the procedure take and how many will I need?
Can I combine MicroDermabrasion with another procedure?

BOTOX QUESTIONS
How does it work?
Who are good candidates?
Who shouldn't get botox?

GENERAL QUESTIONS
Where are you located?
Is this a medical office?
What services does your office provide?
What equipment do you use?
Is it expensive?
Do you offer a payment program?
How do you remove grey/white hair?

Laser Hair Removal

 

Clinical studies have shown no other laser system works better than the Light Sheer Space XC for permanent hair removal. A series of five treatments done at six to eight week intervals are recommended for best results.

How Does Hair Grow?
Hair develops from a complex series of interactions between different elements within the skin. Interestingly, not all hair is actively growing at the same time. Individual hairs actually go through distinct phases: growth, regression, and resting. The duration of each phase is dependent upon several factors, including body location. For example, at any one time 90% of scalp hair is in the growth (anagen) phase, compared to only 70% of the hair on our arms. During the regression (catagen) phase, the surrounding skin begins to absorb the hair bulb. Finally, the hair enters the resting (telogen) phase, at the end of which the hair falls out and the follicle begins the cycle again.

What Affects The Appearance Of Body Hair?
Simply put, we believe this is absolutely the best laser available right now for permanent removal of hair in men and women of all skin types. We have selected this laser because of its proven and unmatched clinical track record in laser hair removal. The long wavelength of this system allows even darker skin patients to be treated. This laser has been approved by the FDA for permanent reduction of hair in the treated areas, a claim that virtually no other laser hair removal system can make.

How Does The System Remove Hair?
The light emitted by the LightSheer laser is absorbed by the pigment located in the hair follicle. The laser is pulsed, or "turned on," for only a fraction of a second. The duration of each pulse is just long enough to disrupt the hair follicle. The LightSheer's unique, patented contact-cooling hand piece helps protect the skin by cooling during the laser energy delivery. The diode generated light at 810 nm is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle and this energy is converted to heat which results in thermal damage to the hair follicle. This thermal damage causes delayed re-growth of the hair, and in some cases permanent destruction of the hair follicle.

How do you remove grey/white hair?
We now have a product that the client must apply twice a day for 14-21 days prior to laser treatment. The product ads melanin (color) to the hair follicle, not the hair shaft, which attracts the laser light. The follicle then heats up and is damaged by the heat. With proper use, 90% hair reduction has been reported after 4 treatments. There is an additional charge for the product. Each bottle will last for about 5-6 treatments on an area the size of a face, or 2-4 for an area the size of a back. Each bottle cost $100 plus tax.

Is It Safe?
Yes. The LightSheer System was developed from years of research at the Wellman Laboratories of Photomedicine, one of the world's leading and most respected medical research institutions. The laser parameters were carefully defined to inhibit the regrowth of the hair by studying the anatomy of the hair follicle and precisely matching the laser output to the size, depth and location of hair follicles. A unique component of the LightSheer System, the actively-cooled hand piece was designed to conduct heat away from the skin before, during, and after each pulse. The side effect of the laser treatment are a mild "sun burn" sensation lasting hour to a few days. A lightening of the skin may occur and is usually temporary, lasting weeks to months. If you spend a lot of time in the sun, we recommend you wait until fall.

Does It Hurt?
You may feel a tingling or stinging sensation, and some areas of the body are more sensitive than others, but most people tolerate the procedure well. A topic anestetic is available that works extremely well.

How Many Treatments Will I Need?
The LightSheer laser works by disrupting hairs that are in the active phase of growth at the time of treatment. Since other hairs will enter the growth phase at different times, additional treatments will be necessary to disable all hair follicles in a given area. Treatments are usually given at intervals of approximately 4-8 weeks, or whenever new hair growth is first noticed . Most patients will have four or five treatments for maximum removal of all hair. If you spend a lot of time in the sun, we recommend you wait until fall. We can treat tanned skin, but, we have to reduce the laser strength causing a requirement for more treatments. Under arms can be done anytime as most people do not tan under the arms.

Are The Results Permanent?
We are very happy to announce that the FDA has recently authorized users of the Coherent LightSheer system to use the word "PERMANENT" as it pertains to the amount of hair loss in treated areas. This decision was not made lightly, and only after years of reviewing statistical scientific data on the results obtained with LightSheer system. This is a claim very few other lasers in the world are allowed to use when talking about hair removal. No laser on the marker today gets better results, than the Lightsheer.

What Happens After Treatment?
Within several minutes, the treated area may become slightly red and puffy. This reaction subsides quickly and within a day or so the areas return to normal. Patients often describe the sensation of a mild sunburn for the first day or so. Since the LightSheer laser does not cut the skin, bandages are not necessary and most people return to normal activity immediately. You should not, however, plan any important social engagements during the first several days after your treatment, especially if the treated areas are on the face.


Your doctor may prescribe a mild topical steroid cream to apply to the treated areas for 2-3 days following treatment. Around 3-10 days after treatment you may experience what seems to be hairs re-growing. Most of these hairs, however, are dead, treated hairs that are being shed and are not regrowing. You should not wax or pluck your hairs within two weeks of your next treatment.

Who Is A Good Candidate For Laser Hair Removal?
The perfect candidate has dark hair and light skin. Darker hair absorbs more of the laser light, and lighter skin interferes less with the movement of the laser light into the hair follicle. Dark or tan skin runs a higher risk of pigmentation changes following the procedure. The unique longer wavelength of this laser allows darker skinned patients to be treated. White hairs respond the least to laser therapy. Hair is best removed on light skin and dark hair, and will work on Skin Types I-V. See your skin type below. Now Available MELADINE, which allows us to remove non-colored hair permanently.

    I-Always Burns, Never Tans - White Skin
    II-Always Burns, Sometimes Tans -White Skin
    III-Sometimes Burns, Always Tans - White Skin
    IV-Rarely Burns, Always Tans - Medium Brown Skin
    V-Never Burns, Moderate Pigment - Dark Brown Skin
    VI-Never Burns - Black Skin

What Special Instructions Should I Follow After Treatment?

  • Do not apply any products on the treated areas of your skin except sunscreen if you will be outside. Avoid Retin-A, alpha-hydroxy acids, glycolic acids, astringents, etc. You may wash gently with soap and water, but do not rub or scrub the area. Your doctor may prescribe a topical steroid cream to apply to the treatment areas. Please use this medicine only as directed.
  • Do not expose the treatment areas to direct sunlight. Do not use tanning beds at any time during your treatment intervals with this laser. Wear a sunscreen daily if the areas to be treated will be exposed to sunlight.
  • 3-7 days after treatment some of the hairs may seem to be re-growing. This occurs due to elimination of the hair that remained under the skin and not true re-growth of the hair.
  • Do not wax or pluck any hairs within two weeks of next session.
  • Do not pick or manipulate the skin in the treatment areas.
If I am tan can I get laser hair removal?

If we delay your treatment for a few weeks because we feel you are too tan, it is because we want the laser procedure to provide you with the best results for the dollar. Tan skin requires us to use lower power settings, thus requiring more treatments and costing you more money.

SmoothBeam

What is the Smoothbeam?
The Smoothbeam laser is a new, non-invasive way to treat wrinkles, acne scarring and acne.. This laser cools the skin and then delivers a laser beam which targets and heats the collagen in the upper dermis while protecting the epidermis.
What conditions does Smoothbeam treat?
Smoothbeam is FDA approved to treat wrinkles or fine lines around the eyes and acne. At Perfect Skin we are using this laser to treat acne, acne scars, and wrinkles around the eyes and mouth. The laser helps renew skin by stimulating a generation of new collagen formation in the skin.
What kind of acne does the Smoothbeam treat?
Both inflammatory and non-inflammatory acne lesions have been successfully treated. The laser has been used on the back, face and neck areas and could be used anywhere you might have acne. Acne on the back is resistant to many existing therapies.
How does Smoothbeam Acne Treatment compare to existing treatments?
There are no unusual side-effects or adverse reaction to Smoothbeam treatments. Drug therapy for the treatment of acne has a well-publicized side-effect profile. Accutane, for instance, is known to cause birth defects if one becomes pregnant while using the drug. It has also been linked to severe emotional depression. Finally, other treatments for acne cause severe drying and irritation of the skin for many patients.
How many laser treatments are required?
A series of 4 treatments are recommended to get maximum results. These are usually performed every 4 - 6 weeks. You will notice a gradual reduction in the number and severity of acne lesions over the next 3 weeks after your treatment. There will be a gradual improvement in fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scarring over the next 6- 12 months.
What does Smoothbeam feel like?
Because of the Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD), many patients report a "mild" or slight snapping and tingling sensation.
How long will the results last?
This a very new treatment, but studies have shown that acne improvement is maintained for at least 6 months to 1 year after the last laser treatment.
What precautions should I take?
Avoid sun exposure for 4 to 6 weeks before and after any laser treatment. You should not have any chemical peels or microdermabrasion treatments for one month prior to each treatment.
How will my face look after the treatment?
Risks are low with Smoothbeam. Immediately after the treatment, there will be mild redness and swelling in the area treated. This will subside in about two – twelve hours. Rarely the redness may persist for several days. Some pigmentation changes can occur with more aggressive treatment that will resolve itself over time.
Should I continue to use my acne creams and medications?
Most over the counter and prescription creams and medications can be continued during the treatment. You should stop using any Retin a containing products prior to laser treatments.
How much will it cost?
During the consultation you will be given a firm estimate. Multiple areas are eligible for discounts. Our normal charge for the full face is $1500 for 4 treatments.
Is this treatment covered by insurance?
Most insurance companies do not cover cosmetic procedures.

Tissue Tightening with the Thermage Procedure

What is the Thermage Procedure?
The Thermage procedure was developed to help the signs of aging skin. It works by tightening tissue. It is currently used for treating periorbital (around the eye) wrinkles. The Thermage procedure is also known as ThermaLift, Thermal Lifting, Therma Plasty, and Thermoplastic contouring. The Thermage technology is being studied for other aesthetic uses on the face.

How does it work?
The ThermaCool produces heat energy in the deeper layers of skin where it “tightens” the collagen already present in the skin and then goes on to stimulate new collagen growth. At the same time, the ThermaCool cools the surface of the skin so it is completely unaffected by the energy (heat) and only the deeper layers are affected. This heat causes a wound healing response resulting in the development of new collagen.
The end result is tighter, firmer skin. It’s amazing to be able to treat from the outside and get the improvement on the inside without anything showing on the surface. Nothing, that is, until those improvements tighten and lift the skin.
The treatment session takes about 40 minutes. ThermaCool delivers the radio-frequency energy through a small contact tip. The delivery of energy takes about 6 seconds per area and consists of 3 phases: First, the skin is cooled; next, energy is delivered, and finally the area is cooled once more. Patients leave the office looking and feeling normal. There are no restrictions in activity afterwards. And the energy is unaffected by skin pigment, so dark or light skin can be treated. Results are achieved as early as one month, or on average, 3 to 4 months.

What does a Thermage Procedure feel like?
Each time treatment is delivered there is an immediate cool sensation, followed by a brief hot sensation, followed by a cool sensation. An anesthetic cream applied one hour before the procedure numbs the surface of the skin to help make the treatment more comfortable. Your physician may offer additional measures to increase your comfort.


How long will the Thermage Procedure take?
Depending on the size of the area treated, the procedure itself may take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour. Your physician may require that you arrive an hour before your procedure for administration of an anesthetic cream.
When can I return to my normal activities?
You may return to your normal activities immediately, as there is usually no "downtime". Minimal redness is seen in some patients but it usually disappears shortly after treatment. Heat-related complications can occur but are uncommon. There is no special care needed after treatment. As a part of good skin care, sunscreen is recommended.
When will I notice results?
Some patients notice the results soon after the treatment, although in most patients they will appear gradually over 2 to 6 months.
How many treatments will I need?
In a large clinical trial, all patients were treated in a single treatment session with good results. New studies in process are evaluating whether repeat treatments provide better, faster, more consistent results.
How long with the effects last?
A recently completed study demonstrates continued improvements for at least 6 months after a single treatment session with the ThermaCool TC system.
How safe is it?
It is very safe. Although this is a relatively new treatment and a new technology, the number of adverse effects has been small.
How does the Thermage Procedure change your skin?
In typical aging skin there is diminished collagen density and a thinning epidermis (top layer of skin). Skin biopsies four months after the Thermage Procedure show there is new and denser collagen and an appreciable increase in the thickness of the epidermis

Tattoo Removal

Can All Tattoos Be Removed Completely?
No. Not all tattoos can be removed entirely. It is dependant upon the colors in the tattoo and the pigments used to apply the tattoo. In general, multicolored tattoos are more difficult to remove. Blues and greens are also more difficult and may require substantially more sessions to provide a good result. Also, fresh tattoos are more difficult to remove than older ones. Doctor's can't predict how quickly or completely a tattoo can be removed, because they don't know which of the one hundred tattoo inks available were used.

How do Lasers remove tattoos?
As mentioned above, not all tattoos are created equal. Small tattoos with black only pigment may be removed in 2 to 4 sessions while a tattoo with blues and greens may take as many as 14 to 16 sessions to produce and acceptable result.

How Many Sessions Will it Take to Remove my Tattoo?
As mentioned above, not all tattoos are created equal. Small tattoos with black only pigment may be removed in 2 to 4 sessions while a tattoo with blues and greens may take as many as 14 to 16 sessions to produce and acceptable result. 6 to 8 week intervals between sessions are required to allow pigment residue to be absorbed by the body.

Is it Painful to Remove a Tattoo?
Laser treatment can cause a stinging or burning sensation. Many say it feels like snapping a rubber band on the skin. With topical anesthetic, this sensation is significantly reduced.

What can I expect?
Pinpoint bleeding is sometimes associated with the procedure. Over the next several weeks the body scavanger cells remove pigment residue. The tattoo will continue to lighten over the next one to two months.

What Type Of Care Does the Treated Area Require?
Usually there is blistering like a sunburn associated with the treatment. A Copper Peptide ointment and dressing will be applied to the area. The treated area should be kept clean along with regular application of the ointment. A shower can be taken the next day, but the treated area should not be scrubbed.
What are the side effects?
Side effects of laser procedures are generally few but may include hyperpigmentation, or darkening of the skin at the treatment site, and hypopigmentation, where the skin in the treated area is lighter than the surrounding skin. Other possible side effects include infection at the treatment site, local allergic reaction causing itching or hives, lack of complete pigment removal, and a 5 persent chance of mild texture changes or a slight risk of permanent scarring. The laser we use is associated with the fewest adverse effects and is the most effective laser system on the market today for removing tattoos.

How much does it cost?

Fotofacial

What is FotoFacial Skin Rejuvenation?

FotoFacialT Treatments are full face, neck and/or chest treatments using pulses of visible light that effectively improve facial redness and flushing as well as the visible signs of sun damage and aging. FotoFacialT Treatments were developed and first introduced by Board-certified dermatologist, Patrick Bitter Jr. MD as a non invasive method of photo-rejuvenation to improve the appearance of the skin with no downtime. A non-laser medical device (MultiLightT and VasculightT from ESC medical) are used to deliver a series of gentle pulses of light to the skin. Specific settings are selected for each treatment for optimal results. A series of five or more treatments are performed at three week intervals. The benefits of FotoFacialT Treatments are consistent, visible improvement in the skin with no downtime, little discomfort and minimal risk. With FotoFacialT Treatments the embarrassing redness and flushing of rosacea can be greatly reduced and sun damaged, aging skin can be dramatically improved.

Why should I go to Perfect Skin for my fotofacial treatments?

We get the best possible results. Our fotofacial treatments take longer (1-2 hours each) because we do multiple passes with different settings to specifically target the skin conditions you want improved. After your fotofacial treatment we use the VersaPulse C aesthetic laser to go over any resistant redness, spider veins, or pigmented lesions you may have. This combination results in much greater improvement in your skin with each session.

What are the indications for FotoFacialT Treatments?
  • Treatments effectively reduce redness and flushing.
  • Sun damage (Photo-aging). Treatments reduce fine wrinkling, freckling and irregular pigmentation. FotoFacialTM Treatments are used for skin photo rejuvenation reduce fine wrinkling, freckling and irregular pigmentation.
  • Treatments smooth skin and reduce pores.
  • Treatments reduce irregular pigment and even skin tone.
  • Rosacea - FotoFacialTM Treatments reduce the overall redness, flushing and dilated capillaries and may improve the breakouts of this common chronic facial condition.

Can FotoFacial help with Rosacea?
Rosacea - FotoFacialT Treatments reduce the overall redness, flushing and dilated capillaries and may improve the breakouts of this common chronic facial condition.

What are the advantages of FotoFacial treatments
over chemical peels and micro-dermabrasion?
Chemical peels, laser resurfacing and micro-dermabrasion ( eg. Power Peels) are ineffective in reducing redness and flushing or dilated capillaries. Prior to FotoFacialTM Treatments there was no effective treatment for flushing or facial and neck redness.With FotoFacialTM Treatments there is little discomfort and no downtime or disruptions of normal activities. The end result of FotoFacialTM Treatments is smoother, healthier and younger-appearing skin. FotoFacialTM Treatments are also be used in conjunction with chemical peeling or micro-dermabrasion to enhance the results of these procedures.

Can FotoFacial be used with other treatment?
FotoFacial treatments are also be used in conjunction with chemical peeling or micro-dermabrasion and Verapulse Laser to enhance the results of these procedures.

What areas can be treated?
FotoFacialTM Treatments can be used on any part of the skin. They are especially effective for improving the appearance of the face, neck and chest.

What results can I expect?
You can expect to see a gradual decrease in overall redness, flushing and dilated capillaries. People with visible aging from the sun can expect to see their skin become smoother with a decrease in fine wrinkles, reduction in pore size and fading of sun spots. Many people with rosacea see an improvement in breakouts and are able to decrease or discontinue their medications.

What is a FotoFacialTM Treatment like?
Each treatment takes approximately 1 to 2 hours. A mild amount of discomfort can be expected. Many patients prefer to use FotoFacialTM Anesthetic Cream available at our office. When FotoFacialTM Anesthetic Cream is used 60 minutes before treatment there is almost no discomfort. There is no discomfort after treatments. Immediately following a treatment, the skin may appear red and flushed and tiny capillaries may appear more visible. Brown spots generally appear darker. All of these changes gradually fade over a period of hours to a few days.

How soon will I see results?
After your first treatment, your skin will feel smoother and will have a more even tone. These improvements are gradual and will be more visible after each treatment. Five treatments are performed for optimal results. Some patients will benefit from an additional treatment.

Who are the best candidates for FotoFacialTM Treatments?
The best candidates for FotoFacialTM Treatments are:

  • People who suffer from rosacea and experience flushing and redness of their skin.
  • People with early aging changes and sun damage who desire healthier more youthful appearing skin.
  • People who don't want to take the time off to heal from laser resurfacing or chemical peels.
  • Active people who don't want to interfere with social or outdoor activities.

PhotoDynaminic Skin Rejuvenation

 
What Is Photodynamic therapy?
Photodynamic therapy involves the use of a photosensitizing agent (Aminolevulinic Acid, brand name: Levulan Kerastick(TM) ) that is applied to sun-damaged or pre-cancerous areas of the skin, and is allowed to penetrate for about 1 hour or longer. The treated area is then exposed to IPL or laser light. The reaction of the light and sensitized skin leads to a sunburn-like effect that exfoliates the superficial damaged layers of the skin. The process takes about 5-7 days to heal resulting in mild to moderate skin rejuvenation and improvement or resolution of the pre-cancerous growths. This process if FDA approved for treatment of pre-cancerous growths when the sensitizer is pre-applied for 14-18 hours, however, we have found that more practical shorter incubation are just as effective. The cosmetic indication of photodynamic therapy, or any other indication including treatment of skin cancer, is considered an 'off-label use' of this technique.

Who should have this treatment?
This is the ideal treatment for moderate to severely sun-damaged skin. If you have pre-cancerous skin lesions (AK's) or if you have had them treated in the past this is an excellent way to improve your skin. Photodynamic therapy has been shown to be extremely effective in treating mild to severe cystic acne. Results have been comparable to those seen with accutane.

Who should not have this treatment?
You should not receive this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to aminolevulinic acid or porphyrins, if you have porphyria, lupus or skin that is unusually sensitive to sun, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you take deferoxamine (an iron chelator), hydrochlorothiazide, or sulfa products.

What are the side effects?
The skin will turn red and swollen in the following 3-7 days. Some crusting may be noted. There should be some discomfort, but no significant pain. After 1 week, there might be some residual redness that will subside after a few days and can be covered with make up.

MicroDermabrasion

 
How is the procedure done?

icrodermabrasion can be successfully used on the face, neck, and chest arms more rarely on the knees, elbows, arms and hands. After cleansing your treatment area, the Aesthetician with use a jet of sterile micro-crystals to gently exfoliate the your skin without the use of anesthesia. The Aesthetician will adjust the pressure for your skin and move the Microdermabrasion machine's hand piece across the treatment area to deliver a precise stream of crystals onto the skin's surface; the scale-like, lifeless epidermal cells and the crystals are then suctioned back into the same hand piece to reveal a fresh, invigorated skin surface. After your treatment, the Aesthetician may choose to do one of several different type of chemicals peel depending on your skin condition.

Does Microdermabrasion hurt?
Not really. Microdermabrasion may sting a little around the eye area. Our Aesthetician will normallyincrease the treatment strength each session to increase the penetration to the skin. Your skin may feel a little hot and appear a little pink immediately following your treatment. You should tell your Aesthetician immediately if your treatment is too uncomfortable; they can turn down the controls if the suction or level of the "blast" is too strong for you.

How do I prepare for this procedure?
There really is no preparation for Microdermabrasion. We do recommend that you avoid any substance (Retin A, Acid Peels, heavy exfoliation, etc.) and any situation (Sun Burn, etc.) that will leave your skin sensitive on the day of treatment.

How long does the procedure take and how many will I need?
Microdermabrasion is a quick procedure that usually takes between 30 and 60 minutes. We ecommend you start with 4-8 sessions, one every two to three weeks. Following your initial treatment your skin maintenance program should include an additional treatment every 1-3 months. Most people should see dramatic improvements after just a few treatments, but stick with it for the best results! Severe skin problems, such as deep acne scars and dark spots will take several treatments before any improvement is noticeable.

Can I combine Microdermabrasion with another procedure?
Yes. Microdermabrasion is the perfect compliment to other procedures including Botox, Collagen, and Laser Skin Resurfacing.

Botox

How Does Botox Work?
Botox injections work to remove wrinkles by relaxing the surrounding facial muscles. Once the muscles have relaxed, the wrinkles disappear. The muscles are essentially paralyzed - patients will not be able to frown after having their forehead and frown lines treated. A Botox injection will take approximately three to five days to take effect and will last three to six months.
Botox Candidates
Candidates for Botox injections include those patients who show early signs of aging and those who are not good candidates for facial plastic surgery.

Botox Patients who are not good candidates for Botox include:

  • Pregnant or nursing women
  • Patients taking any other medications or supplements - this may increase bruising or bleeding
  • Patients who are allergic to Botulinum Toxin Type A
  • Patients who have a history of botulism poisoning - antibodies in the blood may make
    the injections less effective

Where are you located?
Perfect Kin Laser Center is located at Tempe Arizona at 2034 East Southern Ave, Suite 0, with convenient freeway access from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Apache Junction, Glendale, and Peoria Arizona. We have people from New Mexico, California, Colorado, Utah, and Nevada that have been to our office. The leg vein services are available at numerous locations around the Valley of the Sun.

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Is this a medical office?
Yes it is.

What equipment do you use?
The lasers by Lumenis (www.Lumenis.com) are the LightSheer XC, VersaPulse-C and the Vasculite SR(combination IPL and 1064 long pulse laser). The LightSheer XC is the only laser that offers hair removal safely to all skin types, from very light skin (Caucasian) to very dark skin (African American). The VersaPulse-C is actually 4 lasers in 1, and is used for tattoo and pigmented lesion removal and spider vein reduction. The medical microdermabrasion machines we use are the Parisian Peel and the DELPHIA™ IIe Plus which are more powerful than those used in non-medical offices. The Smooth beam (www.candela.com) laser is for acne, acne scars and wrinkles. The Thermacool system (www.thermage.com) uses radio waves for wrinkles and skin tightening.

Is it expensive?
The laser procedures are very affordable. Coupons are available from various magazines and direct mail fliers. We strive to provide the best service for your dollar. We will match any package price Valley wide for hair removal.

Do you offer a payment plan?
Payment must be made at the time of service. We accept checks, cash, and Visa/ MC.

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