BALIKIAN AESTHETICS
Advanced laser, light and energy-based treatments can improve concerns such as sun damage, redness, uneven tone, texture, acne scarring and skin laxity. Your treatment is selected around your skin, goals and preferred downtime.
Tone & Clarity | Texture & Resurfacing | Skin Remodeling
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Laser, light and energy-based treatments allow us to address different skin concerns with technologies selected around your skin, goals and preferred downtime.
Some treatments focus on unwanted pigment or redness. Others are designed to improve texture, fine lines, acne scarring, skin quality or laxity. Depending on your concerns, your plan may include one technology or a combination of treatments.
Light-based treatments can target concerns such as unwanted pigment, redness and visible vessels for a clearer, more even-looking complexion.
Resurfacing technologies can be used to address rough texture, enlarged pores, fine lines, scarring and other surface irregularities.
Selected laser and energy-based treatments create controlled tissue effects that can stimulate remodeling and support smoother, firmer-looking skin.
Options range from treatments with relatively little recovery to more intensive resurfacing for patients seeking greater correction.
Each technology works differently. Our aesthetic provider will evaluate your skin and recommend the treatment, or combination of treatments, that best aligns with your concerns and goals.
BroadBand Light targets selected pigment and vascular concerns to help improve the appearance of sun-related discoloration, redness and visible vessels.
Treatment can be adjusted around the color and type of concern being addressed, making BBL HEROic™ a versatile option for improving visible signs of sun damage and uneven skin tone.
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Forever Clear® BBL uses multiple wavelengths of light as part of a targeted treatment sequence for acne-prone skin.
Treatment is designed to address active breakouts and inflammation while supporting a clearer, more even-looking complexion.
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Fractional ablative resurfacing creates microscopic treatment zones while leaving surrounding tissue intact. It can be used for more significant changes in skin texture and quality.
Fractionated CO₂ resurfacing may be considered for wrinkles, etched lines, acne scars and other textural irregularities when a more intensive resurfacing approach is appropriate.
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HALO® combines ablative and non-ablative fractional wavelengths in the same treatment, allowing different components of skin aging to be addressed simultaneously.
Treatment may be used to improve visible photodamage, uneven tone, texture, enlarged pores, fine lines and overall skin quality.
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SkinTyte™ uses infrared energy to heat dermal tissue in a controlled way and support a firmer, tighter-looking appearance.
The treatment can be considered for selected areas of the face, neck and body when mild skin laxity is the primary concern.
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Skin type, the nature and depth of the concern, treatment area, medical history, desired result and tolerance for downtime can all influence which technology is appropriate.
During your consultation, we evaluate those factors before recommending a device or treatment plan.
Laser, light and energy-based treatments may be considered for a wide range of skin concerns.
These may include uneven tone, sun-related discoloration, redness, visible vessels, acne, fine lines, rough texture, scarring or mild skin laxity.
The right treatment depends on more than the concern itself. Skin type, treatment area, medical history and your preferred amount of downtime all play a role in determining which technologies may be appropriate.
Your consultation gives us an opportunity to evaluate your skin and determine whether one treatment or a combination of technologies makes the most sense.
Your experience will vary by technology and treatment intensity, but every plan begins with an evaluation and clear guidance about preparation, treatment and recovery.
EVA 3D skin analysis gives our aesthetic provider a detailed view of the skin to help identify visible concerns and guide a more personalized treatment plan.
We evaluate your skin, discuss what you would like to improve, review relevant history and talk about your preferences for treatment intensity and downtime.
Your skin is prepared for the selected procedure. Protective eyewear and comfort measures are used when appropriate for the technology and treatment area.
Recovery varies significantly. Some treatments may cause temporary redness or warmth with limited interruption to your routine, while ablative resurfacing involves more visible healing.
The timing of improvement depends on the treatment and the concern being addressed. Changes related to tissue remodeling can continue to develop after the initial recovery period.
Our aesthetic provider will give you treatment-specific preparation and aftercare instructions so you know what to expect before and after your procedure.
Results and longevity vary depending on the technology used, the concern being treated and your skin.
Daily sun protection and an appropriate skincare routine can help protect your results, particularly when treating pigmentation and other visible effects of sun exposure.
Some patients may also benefit from periodic maintenance treatments to help manage recurring concerns or support long-term skin quality. Our aesthetic provider can recommend a schedule based on your treatment plan and response.
The right laser or light treatment starts with understanding your skin.
Our aesthetic team can evaluate your concerns and help determine which technology, or combination of treatments, makes sense for you.
Get answers to common questions about laser and light treatments, results, recovery and what to expect.
The right treatment depends on the concern being treated, your skin type, treatment depth, desired correction and acceptable downtime. Different technologies target different components of skin aging, which is why treatment selection begins with an evaluation rather than choosing one device for everyone. A systematic review of IPL skin rejuvenation demonstrates the range of concerns and treatment protocols studied with light-based therapy.
There is no single number that applies to every technology or concern. In a systematic review of IPL rejuvenation studies, treatment protocols varied and participants received a mean of 4.29 sessions. Your treatment plan should be based on the technology, indication and how your skin responds.
Downtime varies significantly by technology and treatment intensity. Nonablative approaches generally involve less visible recovery, while ablative resurfacing creates a more substantial healing response. A review of fractional laser resurfacing describes these differences between ablative and nonablative fractional treatments.
Timing depends on the technology and what is being treated. Changes in pigment or redness may follow a different timeline than improvements associated with tissue remodeling. A prospective hybrid fractional laser study evaluated improvement at multiple follow-up points extending to three months after treatment.
Certain technologies can improve visible features of photodamage, including unwanted pigmentation, redness and changes in skin quality. A systematic review of IPL skin rejuvenation reported improvement in outcomes including lentigines, hyperpigmentation, erythema, texture and photoaging scores.
Not every technology or treatment setting is appropriate for every skin type. Melanin affects how light energy is absorbed, so wavelength, fluence, pulse duration and other parameters need to be selected carefully. A review of intense pulsed light technology explains how these parameters influence selective treatment of different targets in the skin.
Hybrid fractional technology combines ablative and nonablative wavelengths to treat different depths during the same session. A multicenter hybrid fractional laser study reported improvement in photodamage and dyschromia, including pigmentation, tone and texture.
Sometimes. Different technologies can address different components of skin aging, but combination treatment needs to account for the devices being used, treatment intensity, skin type and recovery. The systematic review of IPL rejuvenation included studies evaluating IPL alongside other treatments and found that protocols and outcomes varied.
There is no single duration that applies to every treatment. Longevity depends on the technology, concern being treated, treatment intensity, aging, sun exposure and skincare. A long-term IPL follow-up study reported sustained improvement in pigmentation and telangiectasias years after initial treatment, although maintenance should be individualized.
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