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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS
PROCEDURES AND TREATMENTS
Introduction
When it comes to the latest beauty trends, often times the most popular hair styles, makeup, or even fashion styles are considered. However, the different types of procedures and
advanced technology that help assist in the beauty process and even improving your health
are often overlooked.
TATTOO
REMOVAL
As technology continues to advance, so do the procedures and treatments at Allure Medical
Spa. From technology to seamlessly remove an unwanted tattoo to helping with hair restoration, Allure Medical Spa focuses on providing the best experience with the best results.
Before you decide to embark on a new procedure, or try a treatment to rid yourself of acne or
varicose veins, it is best to be informed about the treatment and even the technology that will
be used. Here we’ll cover the treatments and procedures that help you with:
HAIR
RESTORATION
 Tattoo Removal
 Hair Removal
 Acne Treatment
 Fat Excess Removal
ACNE
TREATMENT
 Vein Treatments
In addition, this whitepaper thoroughly explains the
technology and process for each of these procedures
performed at Allure Medical Spa. When you decide to
get started on your new journey of health and beauty,
you will be prepared with all of the information about
the latest trends and technology available to you.
EXCESS FAT
REMOVAL
VEIN
TREATMENTS
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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS Procedures and Treatments
Tattoo Removal
With the popularity of tattoos increasing, there comes
the occasional regret and need for tattoo removal.
Up until now, however, the tattoo removal process
has been largely inefficient, requiring excessive
treatments often with suboptimal results.
The PicoSure laser is sure to change that.
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Tattoo Removal
WHAT IS PICOSURE?
The name PicoSure refers to how fast the laser fires. Whereas all other lasers fire in one
billionth of a second, the PicoSure laser fires in one trillionth of a second. This improved
speed breaks up the ink much more effectively and decreases the chance of harming
your skin.
Within 2-4 treatments,
it is not uncommon
to see a
75%
reduction
in the tattoo.
HOW DOES PICOSURE WORK?
The PicoSure laser uses ultra-short pulses to make a photomechanical impact and crush
the ink into dust-sized particles. This fragmentation makes the pieces small enough that
the body can absorb them and discard them through its natural processes. Each treatment clears more of the tattoo from the skin, and it all happens at a rate faster than any
other tattoo removal method. Within 2-4 treatments, it is not uncommon to see a 75%
reduction in the tattoo. Even with the more difficult tattoos that require more treatments,
the progress is much quicker than with other removal techniques.
HOW EFFECTIVE IS PICOSURE?
The question people seeking tattoo removals want to know is simply whether or not it
will completely remove their tattoo. In most cases, the answer is an emphatic yes. The
PicoSure has become the first picosecond aesthetic laser to be cleared by the FDA.
Although certain colors and older tattoos can be more difficult to eliminate entirely, the
PicoSure laser is dependable and will almost completely do away with most tattoos.
BEFORE AND AFTER PHOTOS OF THE PICOSURE TATTOO REMOVAL LASER IN ACTION
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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS Procedures and Treatments
Hair Restoration
For anyone who is experiencing or has experienced
hair loss or hair thinning, there is an alternative
to transplantation surgery: Platelet Rich Plasma
(PRP) injections.
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Hair Restoration
WHAT IS PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP)?
PRP is an agent for growth and a stimulant for healing that is found in your own blood.
HOW DOES PRP WORK?
After your scalp has been numbed, the PRP is injected via a needle as thin as an eyelash. The injection of PRP is often combined with Acell MatriStem, another agent that promotes growth. The PRP and Acell MatriStem stimulate the portion of the scalp that feeds
the blood to the hair (dermal papilla). Research from Dr. Gearge Cotsarelis demonstrates
that hair follicle stem cells are just as dense in bald areas as they are in areas that grow
healthy hair. Dr. Fabio Rinaldi built upon this research and determined that PRP is able to
stimulate these follicles in bald areas and cause them to grow new hair.
PRP is able to stimulate
these follicles in bald areas
and cause them to
grow
new
hair.
HOW EFFECTIVE IS PRP?
Results prove that PRP effectively grows hair even for people whose hair falls out from a
medical condition (such as with alopecia areata). It promotes new hair growth and leads
to thicker hair. Its results do not last quite as long as those of hair surgery, but it carries
two significant advantages:
1.) QUICKER RESULTS:
PRP results are visible in 3 months versus up to a year with surgery
2.) SIMPLER AND MORE RELIABLE PROCESS:
Hair surgery is way more complicated with higher risks
Although the field still has much room to advance, PRP has tested as the most consistent
method for stimulating new hair growth.
BEFORE AND AFTER PRP TREATMENT
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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS Procedures and Treatments
Acne Treatment
Millions of people suffer from acne in the United States,
and because of its prominence, countless medications and
cleansing techniques have been posed as ways to solve
the issue. There have been so many treatment options
over the years that it is hard to even choose a method.
Isolaz is a new procedure that can help make that
decision easier.
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Acne Treatment
WHAT IS ISOLAZ?
Isolaz is the only acne treatment in existence that pairs a light-based technology with a
vacuum. This Photopneumatics™ technology is the best new way to clear up acne, reduce
the size of pores and even out skin tones to produce a more desirable complexion.
HOW DOES ISOLAZ WORK?
The vacuum begins the process by loosening and removing dirt and excess oils unclogging your pores. The light-based technology then eliminates acne-causing bacteria,
repairs sun-damaged skin and decreases unwanted facial redness. The procedure does
not require any numbing since it causes little to no pain. After the treatment, you are free
to continue your daily activities without having to worry about any new regimens, and the
process itself only takes 15-30 minutes. Sun exposure is to be avoided for a short time
after each treatment.
Patients who tried Isolaz
found that in just two
months, their lesions
had more than
75%
reduction
HOW EFFECTIVE IS ISOLAZ?
The procedure is routinely performed 5 times, and afer a few treatments results are noticeable. Photopneumatics™ not only clears your skin, but it also prevents future breakouts. The FDA declared Isolaz to be an effective standalone acne treatment as well as a
good compliment to other acne therapies. Patients who tried Isolaz but did not respond
well to other acne treatments found that their lesions were reduced by more than 75% in
just two months. If you want to finally beat acne without completely changing your dayto-day routine, Isolaz is the perfect fit. If you have a darker skin type or are tan, we also
have other options available.
BEFORE & AFTER ISOLAZ TREATMENT FOR ELIMINATION OF ACNE
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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS Procedures and Treatments
Excess Fat Removal
Are you unhappy with the weight you have gained over
time? If you think it’s about time to trim off some of that
excess fat, Vanquish is worth considering.
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Excess Fat Removal
WHAT IS VANQUISH?
Vanquish is a fat removal procedure that works by heating fat until it melts.
HOW DOES VANQUISH WORK?
Using energy waves (radio frequency), Vanquish comes in close contact with your skin
and heats the skin to about 101 degrees, which subsequently heats the underlying
fat to about 120 degrees, causing it to melt. The procedure can be performed on the
love handles, back and stomach. Each treatment typically takes about 45 minutes, and
usually four or more treatments – spaced a week apart – are needed in order to maximize effectiveness. The patients must drink plenty of water afterward in order to wash
the dead fat cells from the body, but there is no downtime or recovery time needed.
Patients can resume their normal activities once the treatment is finished.
Patients
often see
immediate
results
HOW EFFECTIVE IS VANQUISH?
Results vary, but patients often see immediate results after their first treatment and at
least two inches off their waists by the end of their fourth treatment. When you arrive
for our appointment, be sure to arrive well hydrated to get the best results. Vanquish
is non-invasive and avoids the surgical side effects of Liposuction and Gastric Bypass.
No patients have reported pain after treatments, but redness and warmness of the skin
may cause slight discomfort.
after their first treatment
and at least two inches off
their waists by the end of
their fourth treatment.
BEFORE & AFTER VANQUISH TREATMENT
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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS Procedures and Treatments
Vein Treatments
Spider Veins and Varicose veins can be both unsightly and
uncomfortable to live with. Fortunately, there are a few
different procedural options to help get rid of both types of
veins. Deciding on the right option for you depends on the
type of veins you have and what you’re comfortable with.
There are laser removal procedures, ultrasound sclerotherapy
or even the options of extracting the veins. Contact us today
to discuss the different procedures and consult with one
of the professionals at Allure Medical Spa to find the right
treatment for you.
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Vein Treatments
ENDOVENOUS ABLATION VEIN THERAPY
This procedure treats varicose veins by causing them to shrink and collapse out of sight.
The healthcare provider uses an ultrasound and laser or radio frequency to injure the vein
inside the leg while protecting all of the surrounding tissue. This causes the vein to die and
be absorbed as a bruise.
ULTRASOUND GUIDED SCLEROTHERAPY
Directed by an ultrasound, sclerotherapy treats varicose veins with precisely targeted
injections. An ultrasound shows the exact area and dimensions of the veins that will be
treated, and the surgeon accurately injects the needle into the veins and releases medication that causes the veins to dissolve. There is no necessary downtime after the procedure.
Patients simply need to wear compression socks to prevent the veins from opening up.
SCLEROTHERAPY TREATMENTS
Sclerotherapy is an effective way to remove unwanted spider veins. A chemical solution
injected into the veins causes the veins to swell and then close up. It usually takes more
than one treatment for the veins to completely dissolve, but the patients feel little to no
pain in the meantime, and the treatments only take 15-30 minutes.
Patients
only need
to expect
1-2 days
of recovery
MICROPHLEBECTOMY TREATMENTS
Microphlebectomy is a procedure to extract varicose veins. After using an ultrasound to
determine the locations and sizes of the veins, the healthcare provider will make minuscule
punctures along the path of the vein and remove it through the holes. In order to prevent
any potential pain, they will first administer a local anesthetic before beginning the procedure. It only lasts an hour, and the patients only need to expect 1-2 days of recovery. It is an
excellent alternative to vein stripping surgery, which requires general anesthesia, a hospital
stay and large incisions. It gives more cosmetically pleasing results than sclerotherapy and
has less risk for dilated, large veins close to the skin.
after having a microphlebectomy treatment.
BEFORE & AFTER VEIN TREATMENT
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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS Procedures and Treatments
Now that you have a better understanding of the technology behind the treatments
offered at Allure Medical Spa, you’re on the way to becoming a more beautiful and
healthier you! Be sure to consult with one of our doctors or staff to choose the right
procedure for your needs and schedule an appointment today to
begin your journey to a more attractive you.
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