Broad Band Light (BBL) Treatments/Intense Pulsed Light

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BBL Photorejuvenation Treatments

Laugh lines, blemishes, age spots, and sun damage all detract from your appearance, no matter how young, healthy, and vibrant you feel.
BBL, also called intense pulsed light (IPL) photorejuvenation is a new non-invasive process that can treat these types of skin problems without damaging the outer layers of the dermis. This means there is virtually no recovery time - you can even apply makeup and return to work the same day of treatment.

Is BBL photorejuvenation right for me?

BBL can safely and effectively treat the following skin conditions:

Sun damage
Rosacea
Birthmarks
Melasma
Broken veins and capillaries
Benign vascular lesions

Are multiple treatments required?

BBL photorejuvenation provides gradual improvement rather than immediate results. Depending on the extent of correction the patient is seeking, we recommend anywhere from three to five BBL photorejuvenation treatment sessions, spaced three to four weeks apart. Because the treatments are so brief and require little or no recovery, they are ideal for patients with active, busy lifestyles, especially those who don't have the time to recover from more invasive treatment with laser skin resurfacing or deep chemical peels.

If you are interested in any of the treatments featured on this page, including BBL photorejuvenation, laser hair removal, chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, or microdermabrasion, call our office to schedule an initial appointment.

Tip: Going out in the summer without sunscreen is like going out in the winter without a coat. Protect yourself from the elements.

Use Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB protection
Use an SPF of at least 30.
Reapply frequently
Use waterproof sunscreen for sports or swimming

A 15 SPF in your make-up and a 15 SPF in your sunscreen does not equal a 30 SPF protection from the sun.

Why have Broad Band Light (BBL) treatments?

BBL is a photorejuvenation procedure that uses intense pulsed light (IPL). BBL treatments dramatically reduce freckles, age and sun spots, small facial veins enlarged pores and irregular pigmentation.

How does Broad Band Light work?

An intense light is applied in a series of gentle pulses over the treatment area. Without damaging the skin, the light penetrates through the skin and is absorbed by the abnormal pigmentation and broken blood vessels. The heat causes damage to the targeted area and the body begins its healing process as it releases the pigment. The area will darken before it flakes off or the body reabsorbs it.

What is a Broad Band treatment like?

When the pulse of light is delivered, the sensation is similar to a snap of a rubber band. Anesthesia is not required.

Where is Broad Band Light used?

Treatment can be to full face, neck, chest, arm and hand treatments, as well as legs, back and shoulders.

What improvement should I expect?

Expect to see a gradual decrease in hyperpigmentation that is the result of sun damaged skin and a decrease in broken blood vessels. The results will be a smoother, more vibrant appearance. There is little or no down time with this procedure. The usual treatment time is five procedures, four weeks apart.

Ready to schedule a consultation?

Contact our Springfield, MO or Rogers, AR office today. We would be happy to help you schedule your consultation.

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