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Lasers haven’t always been a low-risk option for all patients, especially individuals with darker skin tones.
The situation is improving with the introduction of more laser systems and technological advancements! Our Board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Ife Rodney, caters to a diverse patient base. Dr. Rodney has carefully selected technologies and treatments for their safety and suitability for all skin types and tones. Options available to Columbia area patients at the Fulton, Maryland office of Eternal Dermatology + Aesthetics include Laser Genesis treatment.
This popular Cutera® system uses heat to resurface the skin. The heat generated by the laser also safely and precisely stimulates healing deep within the body. Notably, it triggers the process of collagen renewal. As the body produces more collagen, our patients notice that their signs of aging and damaged skin appear improved and revitalized overall.
Due to its unique properties and capabilities, Laser Genesis is appropriate for a wide range of aesthetic concerns. Such “treatable” concerns include blotchy, unevenly toned skin, wrinkles, visible pores, fine lines, “sun spots” or hyperpigmentation, dullness, and scarring. It is even appropriate in medical dermatology to help clear acne-prone skin and the scars that can result from previous breakouts.
The laser is directed toward your particular skin need or concern by a highly qualified member of our talented team. Once activated, the laser uses gentle pulses of light to generate energy and heat, stimulating changes deep within the skin. These changes include the production of fresh collagen, a building block, and structural support for the skin. Our bodies produce less collagen as we age, resulting in lines, wrinkles, and other noticeable skin changes. With renewed collagen, your skin appears plump, youthful, and radiant. Lines and other depressions also soften.
No therapy or technology is appropriate for every person with the same need or concern. However, Laser Genesis is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Our patients with darker skin do not have to worry about undesirable after-effects, such as hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation (lingering dark and light spots) that have plagued earlier-generation lasers. Also, as a “non-wounding” (non-ablative) laser, the Genesis system presents a quick, no-downtime option to improve the skin and restore health. The total number of initial and maintenance sessions highly depends on factors such as the need or concern we are treating.
There is no substitute for experience and skill. Even the best technologies, in the wrong hands, can have horrible consequences. As an experienced and knowledgeable provider, Dr. Rodney and her team use the right lasers and use them correctly. This helps to reduce the risk of serious complications, such as pigment problems, among patients with dark skin.
We welcome your specific questions! Call (301) 479-6544 to schedule a consultation today. Our team in Fulton serves the greater Columbia, MD area and is standing by.
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