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Another laser in the long line of the Candela family of lasers is the SmoothPeel. The SmoothPeel is a 2940nm Erbium: YAG (ER: YAG) laser FDA approved to treat minor skin variations. The erbium laser works to ablate (or remove) the top layer of skin giving results beyond the standard microdermabrasion treatments and faster and more controlled than a chemical peel. When treating for fine lines, photo-damage, wrinkles, solar lentigines and skin rejuvenation the results often reveal younger looking skin, smaller pores, more even complexions and minimal downtime.

SmoothPeel has reported superior ablative capabilities with its ER: YAG which delivers consistent and precise outcomes time after time. Results appear in far fewer sessions than with the standard microdermabrasions. A typical microdermabrasion will peel at a depth of 1-2 microns into the skin. The SmoothPeel laser provides tissue ablation with only very superficial injury into the skin at depths of up to 10 microns. Because this laser has only 2 parameter settings there is less risk of input and operator error. The two different spot sizes available on the laser also permit a more customized treatment which allows for either a mild, skin refreshing type peel or a medium to deep peel which requires up to a week of recovery time.

SmoothPeel provides the results of microdermabrasion and chemical peels, but with more control and less risks. Chemical peels are one of the most frequently performed aesthetic procedures done today. Often the amount and depth of tissue destruction as well as the ideal amount of time the chemical is left on the skin can be difficult to determine. This can lead to a variety of undesirable complications as well as inconsistent results. The benefits of the SmoothPeel are that the results can be reproduced time and again with minimal to no untoward side effects.

A typical treatment is performed on clean very dry skin. Since the ER: YAG is attracted to the water within the skin, it is important for the skin to be dry in the areas to be treated. Topical anesthetic can be applied if the medium to deep peel is to be done. An air cooling device is also used to maximize patient comfort. The skin is then treated with one or two passes of the laser depending on the depth of the peel chosen. The ablated or dead skin is wiped away using iced saline gauze. Immediately afterward the skin will appear like mild sunburn. This fades away over a period of 1-3 days with some residual peeling of the skin during that time. The deeper laser peel will have a 4-7 day recovery time with increased redness and peeling. Optimal results are experienced with 3 sessions at 3-4 week intervals. Each session builds upon itself for progressively better results.

Actual treatment times are quick, and a full face can be treated in approximately 20 minutes. These rapid and effective treatments assist in an increase patient satisfaction ratio. Because the Erbium: YAG laser is more technologically advanced than the standard microdermabrasion and chemical peels it offers a significant advantage over these conventional therapies. First the quicker treatment times allow the patient to come in on their lunch hour and return to work with minimal observable effects. Second, the quicker treatment times are designed to also increase general patient comfort during sessions. Thirdly the SmoothPeel laser has the ability to treat thinner skinned areas such as the neck and chest with minimal difficulties.

The Candela SmoothPeel is an innovative laser device that offers patients a revolutionary new way to experience true skin exfoliation. The SmoothPeel is a technologically advanced skin rejuvenation treatment that has many advantages over more traditional peel methods. Chemical peels are one of the most widely performed aesthetic procedures for skin rejuvenation; however successful outcomes of this treatment depend largely on the skill and experience of the practitioner. The Candela SmoothPeel offers reliable treatments that provide consistent results that are less invasive and require less downtime; no other skin exfoliation treatment can compare.

Approved by the FDA for lasting skin rejuvenation, the SmoothPeel by Candela is a low power 2940nm Er: YAG (Erbium YAG) laser that provides relief from a variety of aesthetic needs including fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots, age spots, uneven pigmentation and overall skin rejuvenation; a large range of patients can see effective results with this versatile machine. When undergoing traditional skin rejuvenation methods such as chemical peels, practitioners found it difficult to determine the amount and depth of tissue destruction needed; this is what ultimately distinguishes the ideal contact time for the chemical agent. Due to this inconsistency, many patients experienced varying results in addition to a host of undesirable complications. The SmoothPeel treatment has introduced a way to achieve the beneficial effects of a chemical peel without the chemicals.

The main reason why the SmoothPeel is ideal for effective skin exfoliation is because it is specifically designed to cater to patients specific needs. Overall treatment time as well as energy levels utilized will be determined by the level of rejuvenation needed. For lighter peels, practitioners will use a larger spot size and will perform less passes at a higher energy level. For a deeper peel (medium depth) the smaller spot size can be used for higher precision and more passes will be made at a medium to high setting.

When the treatment is performed the laser device will be passed over the targeted area. While traditional chemical peel treatments are limited to the face, the Candela SmoothPeel can be used on the face, neck, chest and even hands. As the laser is passed over the area being treated, the laser delivers precise tissue ablation with only very superficial thermal injury. This means that the outer layers of skin are lightly ablated so that the dead skin and other facial ailments can be targeted and removed. Simultaneously, the thermal injury promotes the natural growth of collagen which effectively smoothes out fine lines and wrinkles for a tighter, younger appearance.

Candela’s new SmoothPeel treatment enables practitioners to perform a light, refreshing no downtime peel or a deeper treatment similar to a mid-level chemical peel without traditional downtime or side effects that are commonly associated. For the very best skin rejuvenation results, patients should undergo at least three treatments that are spaced every two to four weeks apart. Patients who undergo SmoothPeel treatments routinely see improvement after the first procedure and experience continuing results after each successive treatment. Once treated, men and women report smoother, more vibrant skin and a more evenly toned complexion. If you are searching for a skin rejuvenation treatment that is mildly invasive and involves little to no downtime, consider the SmoothPeel treatment by Candela. Once you complete your series of treatments, you won’t believe the difference.