What will DOT Therapy do for me?
Wrinkles, skin discoloration, sun spots, and skin laxity may be reduced or eliminated with DOT Therapy. Also, if you have scars from acne or other skin injuries, you may be an excellent candidate for this procedure.
How does DOT Therapy work?
During the procedure, your practitioner will apply a pattern of tiny scanned pulses of laser energy to your skin. The DOT Therapy laser precisely creates thousands of microscopic holes (DOTs) in your skin, inducing immediate skin tightening and stimulating new collagen growth. DOT Therapy is designed to improve the skin's texture and tone and to fight fine lines, deep wrinkles, and acne scars.
What can I expect during and following DOT Therapy?
Our medical aesthetician may apply a topical anesthetic to your skin to make the procedure more comfortable during the treatment. After the laser procedure is completed, a cold compress will be applied. During your recovery period you will apply a hydrating lotion to keep your skin moist and promote healing. In most cases, you may resume applying makeup after about three days.
Unlike older laser technology, DOT Therapy leaves islands of healthy tissue surrounding the microscopic DOTs. This allows your skin to heal more rapidly. Following treatment your skin will be red, similar to a sunburn. You may also experience some peeling after 3 to 4 days. In most cases your skin will return to its normal appearance in about 7 to 10 days.
How many treatments are required with DOT Therapy?
In most cases, excellent results can be achieved in a single, 30-minute session. However, each individual is unique; clients with severe wrinkling or deep acne scars may benefit from a series of treatments spaced about one month apart. We will advise you on what results you can reasonably expect.
Can anyone have DOT Therapy?
DOT Therapy can be performed safely on nearly anyone with signs of aging skin.
Are these treatments covered by insurance?
Most insurance companies do not offer reimbursement for cosmetic procedures. Consult your insurance carrier for more information.
