IPL Treatments Newport Beach

Spa Aesthetica Newport Beach: 714.937.0772
IPL Newport Beach: 949.645.6200

IPL is an abbreviation for "Intense Pulsed Light" a broad spectrum of light that is transmitted through a small handpiece which is gently placed over the skin. IPL is designed to treat "photo-aging" of the skin - age spots, benign brown pigment and redness caused by broken capillaries. The light penetrates the tissue and is absorbed by either the blood when treating small blood vessels in the skin or melanin when treating pigmented lesions in the skin.

As the population ages, ever-increasing numbers of people are interested in improving their appearance. IPL technology can be used to help restore the skin's youthful appearance. IPL technology improves the appearance of photoaged skin, removes age spots (sun induced freckles, most benign brown pigments, and redness caused by broken capillaries through a process called photorejuvenation for face and body. This gives the skin a smoother, more even tone through. IPL Skin Treatments using Photorejuvenation help restore a more youthful appearance without the patient downtimeThe process is ideal for patients with active lifestyles because the procedure requires no downtime and has low risk of side effects. The gentle, non-ablative treatments use broad spectrum light to treat the face, chest, neck and hands - virtually anywhere that sun damage shows.

Aging, sun exposure and other factors can cause the appearance of broken capillaries and blood vessels on the face known as telangiectasias, which appear as spider veins. Sometimes broken capillaries can cause a diffused redness in the skin, called erythema, a source of social embarrassment for many people. Rosacea is a common skin condition that is characterized by diffused erythema. All of these conditions respond well to IPL.

Lumenis IPL has been available and FDA-cleared since 1995. IPL Skin Treatments are a safe, effective and popular way to improve the signs of aging from the face, neck, chest, arms and hands. This in-office procedure is performed by a physician or trained medical staff member and typically requires four to six sessions of about 20 minutes each, performed at approximately three-week intervals.

Before treatment, a cold gel is usually applied to the area to be treated, and patients are given protective eyewear. During treatment, the smooth, crystalline surface of the IPL handpiece is gently applied to the skin, delivering precise pulses of light to the area being treated. IPL treatments are usually pain-free, but an anesthetic cream can be used if the light pulses are uncomfortable. Some patients compare the sensation to a light pinch or the snap of a rubber band. Treatment sessions usually last about 20 minutes, and a complete program usually includes four to six sessions. Several IPL treatments are required to provide gradual, natural-looking improvement with very low risk. Results usually last a year or more.

After treatment, patients can immediately return to normal routines and activities. Occasionally evidence of treatment such as redness or blotchiness may last for an hour or two.

Yes, IPL is a medication that requires either a medical doctor or licensed health care professional under the direct supervision of a medical doctor to determine if IPL is right for you and administer the injections. Although any supervised licensed health care professional can administer IPL, Dr. Reichner believes that Board Certified physicians or a licensed health care professional under the direct supervision of a Board Certified physician should be consider first as the ideal practitioner to evaluate and treat patients requiring this type of cosmetic medication.

Dr. Reichner and Spa Aesthetica will help you determine if you are a good candidate for this IPL treatments. When making your appointment, be sure to tell our receptionist that you want to find out more about IPL Cosmetic.

Costs vary depending on the portion of the body where the procedure is performed, the severity of the skin condition and other factors. Compared to other aesthetic procedures, IPL Skin Treatments are quite affordable. IPL is usually priced above microdermabrasion and some chemical peels, but less than laser resurfacing and cosmetic surgeries. IPL procedures are not usually covered by health insurance.

Board Certified Physician or Licensed Professional under the direct supervision of a Board Certified Physicianare trained to understand cosmetic surgical procedures and important for the proper use of this medical equipment. When exploring a doctor's credentials, it is important to understand the differences in training that define the educational process leading to Board Certification. I believe that when looking for a cosmetic specialist you should highly consider board certified surgical specialists. Look at the surgeon's training after medical school. Look at the surgeon's board certifications. After you have researched a doctors credentials, the next step is to schedule a consultation. At your Spa Aesthetica consultation, our Coordinator will facilitate the entire process before you meet Dr. Reichner and she will help answer all of your questions about what to do before and after your IPL Cosmetic Treatments.

To schedule your free consultation at Spa Aesthetica with Dr. Reichner, please contact our office in Orange County at (714) 937-0772.