TEEN ACNE
Every single day we successfully treat and change the life of a teenager who has acne. Acne is not only very embarrasing, but it can be emotionally painful as well - especially since acne usually hits teenagers at a time where their hormones are already wreaking emotional havoc on them. Acne sufferers can attest to the numerous false hopes and ineffective therapies on the market to treat the affliction. Some lotions work for a while, and then the acne comes back. Dr. Jodie Reinertson and the staff at CosMedic skincare have commited themselves to a deep understanding of what causes acne, and how to finally get control of it.
Our Acne Treatment Program
No matter what the cause of acne (hormonal changes, birth control pills, medications etc) we are lucky that treatment for it is not as difficult to understand as what causes it in adults. Acne is a bacteria - and bacteria multiply quickly and can form resistance to many of the therapies on the market. Our acne treatment program is a multi-therapy platform built around the Isolaz deep pore acne treatment laser, which attacks the acne on a number of levels. Mild, moderate and severe acne can be controlled with a combination of chemical peels, Isolaz laser therapies and a cosmeceutical home care system. Scarring can also be diminished if acne has left a lasting mark.
Every patient is different, so every acne treatment program is different. If you are frustrated with drug store therapies, accutane and all the side effects - give us a call for a complimentary consultation. We will talk to realistically and honestly about your acne therapy program. Below is a description of our Isolaz system, the central therapy for the acne treatment program.
BEFORE
AFTER
ISOLAZ: THE ACNE BREAKTHROUGH
What is Isolaz?
Isolaz™ is powered by a breakthrough technology called Photopneumatics™ (Photo = light-based, Pneumatics = vacuum) which is the only therapy in the world that combines a vacuum with a painless laser to deep cleanse and purify your pores from the inside out.
Painless Isolaz™ therapies with deep pore purification include:
- Acne
- Skin rejuvenation to help resolve sun damaged skin, brown spots and tiny broken capillaries associated with rosacea
- Hair removal
Isolaz™ is quick, easy and painless. In fact, many people have their treatments done during lunch without any downtime. Many patients have found their skin feels tighter and has a healthy radiant glow following Isolaz therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Isolaz therapy:
Is the Isolaz™ Treatment Cleared by the FDA?
Yes. In fact, the Isolaz™ is the only system FDA cleared to treat pustular and comedonal acne as well as mild to moderate and acne vulgaris. Isolaz™ is also FDA cleared to treat benign vascular and pigmented lesions, and perform permanent hair reduction.
Is the Isolaz™ treatment really painless?
Yes. In a published clinical study, an astounding 100% of patients noted that Isolaz™ treatments were painless. [Reference: Novel Photopneumatic Therapy Delivers High-Efficiency Photons to Dermal Targets, Vic Narurkar, MD. Vol 18, No. 2, February 2005, Cosmetic Dermatology].
How long is an Isolaz™ treatment?
It depends on the size of the area being treated - however most faces take just 10 minutes and a full back only takes about 20 minutes.
Will I have sensitivity to light following my Isolaz™ treatment?
No. Unlike other treatments, the Isolaz™ system does not cause sensitivity to light.
Have patients been happy with Isolaz™ treatment results?
We have hundreds of patient photos and testimonials attesting to the success of this treatment. Patients have been extremely happy with their clinical outcomes from Isolaz™therapy. According to a clinical study 100% of patients surveyed noted that they would choose Isolaz™ treatments over previously experienced laser and light based treatments for acne management. [Reference: Novel Photopneumatic Therapy Delivers High-Efficiency Photons to Dermal Targets, Vic Narurkar, MD. Vol 18, No. 2, February 2005, Cosmetic Dermatology].
What skin types can be treated with Isolaz™ Therapy?
All skin types (I-VI) can be treated using Isolaz™.
Is there downtime associated with the treatment?
Isolaz™ treatments are relaxing and do not include side effects such as redness, crusting or other common post-treatment discomforts. With Isolaz™ therapy, you can go right back to your normal activities immediately post-treatment.
What Types of Acne Does the Isolaz™ Treat?
The Isolaz™ is the only system FDA cleared to treat pustular and comedonal acne as well as mild to moderate and acne vulgaris.
Will I still need to use topicals or other medication?
Ask your Isolaz™ treatment provider – depending on your own situation you may be asked to continue to use topicals while undergoing Isolaz™ treatments.
Does the Isolaz™ work 100% of the time?
Everyone’s skin is different but studies have shown that 85% of people who have an Isolaz™ treatment will experience clearer skin. This is why we combine the Isolaz treatment with other methods of acne defense in our acne program. That way we ensure that the acne is hit from every possible angle and method available to us. This has given us a near 98% success rate of clearing adult acne on our patients.
What if I only get a breakout every once in a while – could I still have an Isolaz™ Treatment?
Of course! Because the Isolaz™ uses vacuum, it can help keep your pores cleansed and purified for healthy, radiant looking skin. Most patients who have completed a package of treatments do bi-annual or quarterly maintenance treatments to keep their skin acne free.
How many treatments will I need?
Six treatments are generally needed to get excellent results. However, the exact number of treatments varies from patient to patient. Our packages contain a minimum of 6 treatments and if a patient doesn't need that many they can save the extra treatments as maintenance for the months and years to come.
