Introducing

Wrinkles can be the result of any one, or a combination of factors including loss of collagen, sun damage, smoking, alcohol consumption and also hormonal changes. Aging itself is a large contributing factor. Collagen can decrease at a rate of 1% per year after the age of 40. Sun exposure accelerates the aging process and loss of collagen by damaging the collagen fibers so they no longer support the upper layers of the skin, resulting in the formation of wrinkles.

PRIOR TO THE PROCEDURE

Prior to the procedure a full medical history should be discussed with Dr. Nowak or our office staff. Please give us a call to confirm your appointment at (619) 420-1840. Cosmetics or facial lotions should be removed at least 1 hour prior to the procedure using a non-alcohol cleanser so as not to interfere with the laser treatment. The area to be treated should be cleat of redness or irritation.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING TREATMENT?

The NLite laser treatment for wrinkle reduction is non-invasive and does not require general or local anesthesia. It is a non-ablative laser and does not wound the surface of the skin, eliminating the need for post treatment care. The light from the NLite laser targets the tissue under the skin surface stimulating new collagen growth. The new collagen growth fills in the depression under the wrinkle, reducing the crease in the wrinkle surface. Treatments can take as little as 10 minutes, or up to 30 minutes depending upon the area and number of wrinkles to be treated. There is no pain associated with this treatment. Some patients may feel a slight warming sensation.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT?

Unlike other laser treatments there is no pain or damage to the skin's surface associated with this treatment. Makeup or moisturizer may be applied immediately after treatment and patients are able to return to their normal activities including work or sports. Patients may participate in outside activities without fear of sensitivity to sunlight. The full response from a single treatment builds collagen gradually to a maximum benefit in appearance at 60 to 90 days. Dr, Nowak may also recommend a skin care regimen to enhance the laser treatment. So feel free to call and schedule a consultation with Dr. Nowak at (619) 420-1840.

Case History

This woman is 46 years old. the severity of the wrinkle around her eyes has been dramatically reduced by 65% from their pretreatment depth after a single treatment nine months previously