  Please
note that since this article was written Lasercare have rebranded to sk:n
skin knowledge network (Jan 2006) to reflect the fact that they provide an
all round skin service not just laser treatment. Prices below have also been
amended to reflect prices as at Jan 2006)
Skin deep and more...
Lasercare Clinics offer their
expertise on common skin conditions
Q: I have broken veins on my face. How do I get
rid of these?
A: Broken veins are simply
visible veins appearing near the surface of the skin.
They are very common and affect men and women of all ages. They can become more
noticeable with time.
Why do they occur? Exposure to the sun’s ultra violet rays, wind or
extreme temperature, the use of steroid creams, hormonal changes during pregnancy,
radiotherapy and skin conditions like Rosacea, have all been recognised as contributing
factors.
There are simple ways of treating
them, and one of the most effective is lasers.
These work by matching the laser light to the colour of the blood. The laser will only interact with the unwanted thread
vein, completely bypassing normal vein-free skin.
Are there any side effects? Some lasers can cause temporary bruising and swelling to
the treated area, but you can usual normal make-up immediately afterwards.
Lasercare Clinics advocate the use of
a sunblock on a daily basis and a product cream called Diroseal which has been clinically
proven to reduce redness and the appearance of Facial Broken Veins.
The cost of
a consultation is Free of Charge (regional variations apply)
A
consultation and test (including Diroseal) from
£45
Broken red veins consultation and minor treatment from £80 and
includes a sunblock and Diroseal Cream.
Diroseal
cream costs £30 for 30mls.
Lasercare
Aloe Vera Sunblock 30+SPF is £15 for 100mls
Q: I am interested in having Botox treatment for the lines
around my eyes. How effective is it? Is it safe?
A: Botox has been used in medical practice for many years. Since 1973 it has
been a treatment for opthatmalogic patients to relax overactive eye muscles that cause
“crossed eyes” and facial tics. It is also used to treat muscular disorders,
migraine, pain relief, Axilla Hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating of the arm pit) and
excessive sweating of the feet and hands.
It has FDA (US Food and Drug
Association) approval as a treatment to reduce or eliminate wrinkles on the forehead,
frown lines between the eyes and crows feet around the eyes. It can also be used on the
neck and chest, and in some cases on the lines above the lips.
Once injected, the product takes 3
– 4 days to take effect. Its results will vary from one individual to another,
depending on the depth of the wrinkle and how dynamic (active) the muscle causing the
wrinkle is. Repeat treatments are needed every 4 – 8 months. The skin will not
regress if you decide not to continue with treatments.
Consultation
with doctor is Free of Charge (regional variations apply)
Treatments from £160
Q:
My lines and wrinkles bother me. I have
been sun a worshipper for 30 years. I know I have lots of sun-damage. What can I do, if
anything?
A: We are increasingly
aware of what the sun’s harmful rays can do to our skin. Not only does it cause lines
and wrinkles, thus prematurely ageing us, but skin cancer kills somewhere in the region of
two and a half thousand people per year. Frightening!
For sun protection, you should begin
by seriously considering wearing a sunblock every day, with a SPF (sun protection factor)
of at least 30. This will help to protect you. A
clinical trial conducted several years ago suggested that with the daily use of a good
sunblock the ageing process was slowed down, and in some cases slightly reversed.
There are many treatments /
procedures that can improve the signs of ageing. Lines and wrinkles need to be assessed
initially. A UV light photograph can be taken to highlight the extent of damage. A
detailed medical and social history will be taken from you by a qualified medical
practitioner. Your concerns will be addressed, and options will be offered to you.
Lasercare clinics offer a complimentary consultation with a member of our nursing
staff.
Q:
As I do not have fair skin I have been told that laser hair
removal will not be effective for me is this true?
A: Lasercare now have lasers to treat all skin types and hair
removal can be just as effective for people with Asian and Afro-Caribbean
skin types. To get further information and to arrange a free consultation
contact Lasercare now.
Listed below is a range of
treatments Lasercare offers:
Prescriptive
Creams
Superficial
Skin Peels
Medium
– Deep Chemical Peels
Erbium Yag Laser Resurfacing
CO2 Laser Resurfacing
Rejuvelase (a combination of lasers
to improve signs of ageing eg. brown and red marks, and to stimulate collagen). This is a
non-invasive, non-ablative treatment.
Microdermabrasion is also available at £55
per treatment and has been clinically proven to significantly reduce the
appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Botox
Temporary
Fillers
Lasting
Fillers (for deeper lines or cheek augmentation)
Fat Transfer
Lift 6
Treatments
Endolift
Treatments
 Surgical
intervention may also be an option eg. Blephraplasty, Face Lift, Neck Lift, Brow
Lift
The costs vary according to the
procedure. The nurse will advise you during your consultation those costs that apply to
your preferred treatment. If you need to consult with a consultant the cost is £95
If you’d like to know more about
Lasercare Clinics and the treatments they provide, take
a look at our special Lasercare page and associated email enquiry form.
Lasercare
Clinics information, available treatments and contact details
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