AFT Pulsed Light Advantage

Our treatments are popular because they offer powerful results with minimal discomfort, virtually no down time and are very fast.   AFT Pulsed Light Advantage Aft pulsed light is designed to selectively treat on treatment area. Using pulses of light and different hand pieces provides precise light to the  target area for the best results.  Does it hurt? While pain tolerance is an individual matter, most people tolerate AFT pulsed light treatment well, and describe the sensation as a mild rubber band snap to the skin. Is it safe? AFT's high levels of light and gentle energy parameters assure safe, effective treatment. Uniquely shaped AFT pulses precisely heat their intended targets, causing remarkably little or no skin damage or discomfort. This optimal use of energy both increases  safety and eliminates the need for cooling methods. Clinical trials conducted by leading authorities on pulsed light document its safety and effectiveness.

NO MORE SHAVING, WAXING, OR TWEEZING!

Hair Removal: NO MORE SHAVING, WAXING OR TWEEZING! Messy, painful and ineffective hair removal methods are now a thing of the past.  How long does a Hair Removal treatment last? While this method allows for unusually rapid hair removal, the exact amount of time required is determined by the size of the area being treated. The underarm usually takes five minutes, while back or legs may require 45 minutes.  How many treatments are necessary? All hair follicles go through periods of dormancy and growth. As AFT pulsed light only affects hair follicles that are actively producing hair at the time of treatment,  resting follicles must enter the growth phase before they can be effectively treated.  For this reason, treatment must be repeated until all hair follicles have passed through the growing phase.  Clinical studies indicate that six to eight treatments are needed at intervals of between one to three months. Your clinician will advise you regarding the optimal number of treatments for you.  Who can be treated? Men, women and children of all skin colors have been successfully treated.  For best results, AFT pulsed light hair removal treatments are customized according to skin color, hair texture and body site. Please feel free to phone or use online booking Meadow Lake  236-1222     or    Battleford    446-2228 http://schedule.24hrassistant.com/client/index.php?vid=72

Leg Veins

Leg Veins: Don't Cover up! Laser treatment effectively causes leg veins to fade and disappear. With few, if any, side effects, and no downtime, this in-office procedure is non-invasive and effective.  Unlike other options, laser treatment does not incorporate needles.  It is not an invasive surgical procedure, and requires no local general anesthesia.  What to expect? Treatment may vary from 15-30 minutes. Multiple sessions spanning several months may be necessary, but the exact number of treatments depends on the size of the vein and your body's ability to heal. During your consultation, you will receive an estimate of the number of treatments required to obtain optimal results. No special pre- or post-treatment care is required, but patients are advised to limit sun exposure and use sunscreen for several weeks before and after treatment.  What types of veins can be treated with laser?  Candidates for this therapy include "spider veins", very small veins and reticular veins, the small, bluish colored veins that carry blood to the skin's tiny vessels.  The laser causes no actual damage to the overlying skin. Temporary bruising and darkening of the skin may result,  and will disappear in several days or weeks.  Fading is generally excellent, but it may take several months to see final results. Rewards of Laser Treatment for Leg Veins: Treat very small to mid-sized veins Safe and effective Non-invasive Non-surgical No injections No anesthesia. Please feel free to phone or to use our online booking. Meadow Lake 236-1222   or   Battleford 446-2228 http://schedule.24hrassistant.com/client/index.php?vid=72

Pigmented Lesions

Vascular and Pigment Lesions: No more unwanted marks              Cosmetic flaw may be caused by heredity, medication, pregnancy or environmental factors. Most vascular and pigmented lesions are ideal candidates for non-invasive AFT pulsed light treatments. The widest range of benign(non-cancerous) vascular lesions, like port wine stains, telangiectasias, hemangiomas, erythema, rosacea and poikiloderma of Civette can be safely and effectively treated with AFT pulsed light. In addition, pigmented lesions like lentigos, seborrheic keratoses, cafe'-au-lait, ephelides(freckles) and dyschromia can also be treated. What are benign vascular and pigmented lesions? Benign vascular lesions, red in color, are caused by an abnormal clustering of blood vessels. Pigmented lesions (nevi), less widespread, are clusters of melanin in the skin and are brown in color. While some lesions may fade, others become more pronounced over time. What to expect? Patients may consult with a physician to determine their course of treatment. Physicians and clinicians set treatment plans according to the characteristics, such as size and location, of each patient's lesions. Most lesions can be treated within half an hour. For best results, repeated treatments are required. Before treatment, a cold gel is usually applied to the area to be treated. Then, the clinician delivers precise pulses of light to the target area. Patients report little or no pain AFT treatment, and can return to their normal activities immediately. Please feel free to phone or to use our online booking. Meadow Lake 236-1222   or   Battleford 446-2228 http://schedule.24hrassistant.com/client/index.php?vid=72

Skin Rejuvenation

Turn Back the Clock! As We age, our skin reflects damage from the sun, the elements and the wear-and-tear of daily life. In response, we often seek aesthetic procedures to restore a fresh and youthful appearance.  Photorejuventation one of the most popular cosmetic procedures today provides the ideal answer. Removing age spots (sun-induced freckles), most brown pigmentation and redness due to broken capillaries, these treatments help 'turn back the clock'. And with no downtime, AFT technology is ideally suited for today's active lifestyles. In addition to these signs of photo damage and early aging, AFT rejuvenation improves dull complexions, uneven pigmentation and large pores, as well as red flushing skin and rosacea.  How does AFT pulsed light technology work? AFT pulsed light is applied in a series of gentle pulses over the treatment area. Without damaging the skin, the light penetrates the sub-surface skin layers and is absorbed by the blood vessels or by pigmentation.  The heat impairs the vessel or lesion, and the body begins its natural healing process.  Treatment - what to expect? AFT photo rejuvenation treatments range from 15 to 30 minutes. First, the treated area is cleansed and a cool gel is applied. The light pulse is the delivered, with little or no discomfort.  After treatment, the gel is removed and the skin is cleansed. You can resume all regular activities immediately.  How many treatments are necessary? Treatment generally involves a series of five sessions. While some patients see significant improvement in two to three treatments,  others may require more. To maintain results, patients may opt for follow-up treatments.  Are there any side effects? Side effects are rare. Immediately following treatment, the skin may appear flushed, brown pigmented spots may appear darker and capillaries may be more visible. To help guarantee the best results, limit your exposure to the sun for several weeks before and after treatment. Rewards of Skin Rejuventation Removes most brown and red pigmentation Improves dull complexions, large pores, red flushing skin and rosacea Gives skin a smoother More even-toned look Little or no discomfort No downtime. Please feel free to phone or to use our online booking. Meadow Lake 236-1222   or   Battleford 446-2228 http://schedule.24hrassistant.com/client/index.php?vid=72

Skin Tightening

Firm up loose skin! We all age, yet none of us wish to see the signs of aging. Until now, major plastic surgery was the only effective treatment for skin laxity,  which adds years to our overall facial appearance. Yet, while we want to maintain a firm, fresh look, today's active lifestyles leave little time for post-operative recuperation periods, not to mention the side efects or prohibitive costs of surgery. Besides, who wants to wait until sagging is so serious that it demands a major surgical procedure? Today, there is a simple, quick and non-invasive alternative: pulsed light. Safely and painlessly, this technology tightens loose skin on the face, neck, arms, and abdomen, where sagging skin unattractively points out the passage of time.  How does pulsed light technology work? Without damaging the skin's surface, pulsed light safely and effectively heats the inner layer-dermis-of the skin, inducing the formation of collagen, essential for a firm young look.  What to expect? Patients must consult with a laser tec to determine their course of treatment. Results depend on factors that include age, the target area's location and the severity of skin laxity. Patients generally note improvement soon after treatment, while others witness results gradually. Before treatment, a cold gel is usually applied to the area to be treated. T he, the clinician delivers precise pulses of light to the target area. Patients report little or no pain with pulsed light treatment, and can return to their normal activities immediately.  Does it hurt? Skin tightening using AFT is generally pain free, most clients find the treatment warming and quite relaxing like a massage.  Occaisionally clients may find they will have minimal pain at the end point, at which time your clinician will adjust the treatment to remove the heat type pain. Conventional skin tightening methods include topical skin lotions and creams, dermabrasion, chemical peels and resurfacing lasers. As superficial emulsions cannot fully restore collagen in the skin's inner layer, they may have limited value if not used in combination with other treatments. Ablative resurfacing, while more effective, may cause swelling and redness. In any case, the prolonged recovery time that often accompanies more dramatic resurfacing may not suit those patients who seek effective skin rejuventation with minimal downtime and risk. In contrast, pulsed light penetrates and heals your skin's inner layer without harming its surface. The light tightens, as well as tones and textures your skin. The result: improved overall skin appearance without injury. Please feel free to phone or to use our online booking. Meadow Lake 236-1222   or   Battleford 446-2228 http://schedule.24hrassistant.com/client/index.php?vid=72

Acne Clearing

Destroying Acne at its Source! Acne, a widespread and socially frustrating condition, is estimated to affect close to 10% of the population. While not life-threatening, acne can cause long-term physical and emotional scarring. Accounting for more than a third of all dermatologist visits each year, acne is believed to be caused by a mix of genetic, hormonal and environmental factors. Current treatment options have, for many patients, been ineffective and accompanied by negative side effects. High costs and long required treatment periods also make many medications an unsatisfactory solution. Now, armed with AFT pulsed light technology, clinicians can effectively clear moderate inflammatory acne within as little as one month. AFT pulsed light yields quick, impressive results without side effects, pain or photosensitivity.  Who can be treated? Healthy adults and teenagers can undergo AFT pulsed light acne treatment. If you suffer from a specific illness or take medication on a regular basis, please notify your clinician.  What to expect? AFT pulsed light acne treatment is non-invasive and painless. A full-face takes about 15-20 minutes, while a chest or back may take somewhat longer. After treatment, patients immediately resume regular activities, an all important feature for active teens and young adults. After your course of treatment, you may notice improvement not only in your inflamed acne, in scarred areas as well.  How does AFT pulsed light technology work? High-intensity AFT pulsed light permeates the tissue, reaching and precisely targeting the acne-causing bacteria. As the intense light penetrates the tissue, it sets off a chemical reaction in which endogenic porphyrins, ring-like molecules found in all living organisms, increase, attack and destroy the bacteria, stopping acne at its source. The result: extensive acne clearance in several sessions. Common acne management approaches are problematic.  At best, inconsistent, at worst harmful, conventional methods do not satisfactorily solve this widespread problem. Topical applications, like ointments and creams, are popular for treating acne, but may irritate the skin, and do not actually reduce acne bacteria. While antibiotics may be effective in some cases, they often require long-time use, and are not recommended unless necessary. Some acne drugs have been linked with potentially serious side effects. Effective and comfortable, AFT pulsed light works quickly and thoroughly to kill acne bacteria. Destroying bacteria faster than they proliferate, AFT pulsed light counters acne better than any conventional method. With no side effects or downtime, it also eliminates the issue of patient compliance. Please feel free to phone or to use our online booking. Meadow Lake 236-1222   or   Battleford 446-2228 http://schedule.24hrassistant.com/client/index.php?vid=72

Hydrafacials

The Edge Hydrafacial is a skin care treatment using the most advanced technology available. This treatment can exfoliate as effectively as a microdermabrasion with absolutely no down time. The hydration that you receive concurrent to the treatment can give the face the appearance of a mini face lift.  The treatment will:  cleanse, exfoliate, extract, hydrate the skin with no discomfort and in fact, many clients find the treatment amazingly relaxing.  These treatments are a wonderful compliment to the photofacials, or work great on there own.  With the hydrafacial, your clinician can optimize your treatment specific for your skin type.  She may recommend treatments every 2 weeks for the first 8 weeks and then a maintenance schedule of every 4 weeks. Please feel free to use our online booking. Meadow Lake 236-1222   or   Battleford 446-2228 http://schedule.24hrassistant.com/client/index.php?vid=72