Laser skin care is a procedure that utilizes a focused and high-powered beam of light. This laser beam breaks down the outermost layer of skin called the epidermis. Once the outer layer has been destroyed, the power of the laser is reduced to concentrate on the next level of the skin - the dermis.
This reduction of light power is then focused on a specific condition of the skin. Conditions of the skin that are treated using a laser skin care treatment can include wrinkles, age or liver spots, acne pockets, etc.
When considering a laser skin care treatment there are specific actions that can be taken to ensure that outcome of your procedure is a positive one. These tips include selecting the proper clinic, being comfortable with the staff and general tips.
Selection of the Clinic
Selection of a reputable clinic is one of the key steps involved prior to your laser skin care treatment. A reputable clinic can be defined as a clinic that has an affiliation with a licensed physician. Often, there are technicians or medical nurses who have been trained to provide the laser skin care treatments. This is an acceptable practice as these individuals will have attended certification training required to obtain their laser skin care licenses. However, it is important that a physician is on the premises and provides the proper supervision of medical staff.
Other key factors in the selection of the right laser skin care clinic would be the number of years they have been in business. This is a strong indicator of their success and adherence to maintaining proper certifications. Also, it would be wise to check with the Better Business Bureau to ascertain if there have been any complaints about their business practices. It would be appropriate, when considering laser skin care, to ask about satisfied customers and to view pictorial documentation regarding the success of their treatments.
Selection of the Staff
An important part of your research, when considering laser skin care, is to be satisfied with the expertise level of the staff that will be attending to your laser skin care needs. This research includes asking for and being comfortable with the staff's formal training, and years of experience in conducting laser skin care. Remember, that part of the staff complement includes the attending dermatologist.
A dermatologist is a specialized physician who has received further intensive training in the area of the human skin. Their graduation, as dermatologists, should provide them documentation that reflects their endorsement by the American Board of Dermatology.
Also, it is a good idea to meet the attending staff prior to your laser skin care and opportunity should be given for you to ask any questions of this staff. It is important to remember that if you are uncomfortable with any part of this process or a not satisfied with the answers provided surrounding it your laser skin care plan, you should continue your search. Remember, this is your body and in particular your skin and great care should be taken to feel the most comfortable with the treatment that you are inquiring about.
General Tips
The old adage of "you get what you pay for" prevails even when considering laser skin care. Also, remember that it is your skin and on your person that the laser skin care procedure will be conducted on. Therefore, the safety of the procedure and the quality of the results should be the driving force behind your decision. Although finances and budget are important, they should be secondary when it comes to laser skin care being performed on you.
Finally, you are not buying a car nor are you purchasing some other consumable. Ultimately, this is a medical procedure and great care and time should be devoted in making your decision. Therefore, if you sense any pressure or salesmanship coming in from the clinic, you should step back and consider strongly if this is the facility that you want to be providing your laser skin care procedure.
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