Breakthrough Technology Fights Melasma With Faster, More Complete Results

Say goodbye to lotions, potions and bleaching creams for treating resistant melasma. The latest technological breakthrough, Fraxel® Laser Treatment (FLT), is being hailed as the preferred solution for women who suffer from what is commonly known as “the mask of pregnancy.” Most prevalent in women of child-bearing age, melasma typically occurs on sun-exposed facial areas, notably the cheeks, forehead, upper lip and nose. In the past, this stubborn skin condition has not responded well to available topical therapies. And, traditional laser and pulsed light techniques are fraught with lackluster results, significant downtime or the risk of adverse complications. But now, doctors are finding the revolutionary Fraxel® Laser Treatment a more compelling treatment option that provides quicker, more complete results. As Dr. Hector Milla explains, think of your skin as a wall of patterned tile with the Fraxel laser using millions of tiny microscopic laser spots to “fractionally” remove every other brown tile and repair your skin’s appearance. With minimal downtime or complications, patients experience significant clearing of melasma after only four or so treatments. No wonder physicians like Dr. Milla are using FLT to give melasma the boot!

The Mommy Makeover: The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift for the New Mom

For new moms, Mother’s Day is a special celebration often accompanied by gifts like flowers and candy. But sometimes moms deserve a gift that’s a little more personalized and creative. And, for many women, pregnancy takes a heavy toll on their skin’s appearance. Melasma, also known as “the mask of pregnancy,” is one such condition common during pregnancy in which brown spots and skin discoloration occur across the face. As if that weren’t bad enough, this stubborn condition often lingers long after the baby is born. Now, a revolutionary cosmetic procedure known as Fraxel® Laser Treatment (FLT) is FDA-cleared to treat melasma safely and effectively without surgery, significant downtime or adverse complications. Tijuana, Mexico-based laser expert Dr. Hector Milla has successfully treated dozens of melasma patients in the Tijuana and San Diego areas with the Fraxel laser and reports that in most cases only a few treatments are needed to erase melasma completely and improve the overall quality of her skin. So for any mom who wants to look her best heading back into the workforce or at Junior’s playgroup Fraxel Laser Treatment is truly the gift that keeps on giving. 

Unveiling the Mask of Pregnancy: One Patient’s Struggle with Melasma

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When 32-year-old Jane Smith of Cincinnati became pregnant, she was prepared for the weight gain, swollen feet and food cravings that plague most women. But what she wasn’t prepared for were the blotchy brown spots that cropped up on her face. Melasma, commonly referred to as “the mask of pregnancy” caused Jane so much embarrassment that she spent a small fortune and far too much precious time running to cosmetic counters in search of the right foundation to conceal her noticeable skin discoloration. Determined not to be a slave to her makeup bag for the rest of her life, Jane sought the help of local laser specialist Dr. Hector Milla, who suggested the Fraxel® Laser Treatment (FLT). FDA-approved for the treatment of melasma, the Fraxel laser’s unique mechanism of action works by using millions of tiny microscopic laser spots to gently resurface only a fraction of the skin at a time. For Jane, this gentle, non-invasive approach, which required minimal and virtually no risk of complications, really appealed to her. Today, after four treatments with the Fraxel laser, Jane’s Melasma has faded into a mere memory.

PRODUCT FACT SHEET

What It Is & Why It’s Different: 

FRAXEL® LASER TREATMENT (FLT) IS A BREAKTHROUGH AESTHETIC SOLUTION BASED ON A NEW SCIENCE OF “FRACTIONAL” SKIN REPAIR.

Fraxel Laser Treatment is a new category of anti-aging medicine that provides the positive results of new-generation laser skin resurfacing without the significant downtime and risks associated with traditional ablative treatment methods.

• The advanced Fraxel laser treats only a small fraction of skin at a time without breaking the skin’s protective outer barrier. This is in contrast to traditional resurfacing techniques that remove the entire top layer of damaged skin and are associated with oozing, crusting and a lengthy recovery period.
• This innovative approach repairs damaged skin by leaving each treatment area surrounded by healthy tissue, promoting rapid healing with minimal side effects and downtime and no need for general anesthesia.

How It Works: 

FRAXEL LASER TREATMENT REPAIRS AGING AND SUN-DAMAGED SKIN – PIXEL BY PIXEL, SPOT BY SPOT.

Think of a digital photo that is comprised of thousands of pixels. Now, imagine damaged skin that is delicately repaired, pixel by pixel, spot by spot. That’s the principle behind Fraxel Laser Treatment.

• The Fraxel laser passes through the top layer of skin like light through glass, reaching into the dermis below to create thousands of tiny, microscopic areas of thermal damage that stimulate the body’s own wound healing response, notably new collagen production and replacement of damaged skin surfaces with new epidermal skin.
• The penetrating wavelengths of Fraxel Laser Treatment resurface damaged skin, reduce periorbital wrinkles and correct pigmented lesions such as age spots and sun spots as your skin gradually becomes softer, smoother and fresher.
• In contrast to non-ablative treatments, Fraxel Laser Treatment is like digital modification that rebuilds a picture, pixel by pixel, by creating new epidermal skin.

The Advantages:

FRAXEL LASER TREATMENT PROVIDES PHYSICIANS A GENTLE AND INTELLIGENT TREATMENT APPROACH TO FAST, REMARKABLE RESULTS WITH MINIMAL DOWNTIME AND MAXIMUM SAFETY.

Top Attributes:

FRAXEL LASER TREATMENT IS SAFE, SPEEDY AND WELL-TOLERATED.

FLT is performed using topical anesthesia in the doctor’s office. A typical facial treatment is completed in about 30 minutes. 

• Results are predictable
• Virtually every patient experiences noticeable cosmetic enhancement
• Improvement is immediate with ongoing and cumulative positive changes

The Rewards:

FRAXEL LASER TREATMENT PROVIDES MANY PATIENT ADVANTAGES: 

• FLT offers a non-invasive solution for aging skin.
• FLT does not require major downtime or recovery period.
• Results are typically achieved in an average of 3 to 5 treatment sessions spaced about 2 to 4 weeks apart.
• FLT is discreet, providing a natural and younger-looking appearance. 

The Proof:

STUDIES SHOW THAT FRAXEL LASER TREATMENT OFFERS MANY CLINICAL BENEFITS.

FLT is cleared by the FDA for skin resurfacing, to treat melasma, to reduce periorbital wrinkles and to improve pigmented lesions, including age spots and sun spots. Who Stands 

Who Stands By It:

RELIANT TECHNOLOGIES IS DEDICATED TO FULFILLING THE PROMISE OF AESTHETIC LASER MEDICINE.

Reliant Technologies creates breakthrough laser delivery systems focused on Fraxel Laser Treatment and the emerging field of microthermal science. 

• Reliant employs over 100 people and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
• Since its commercial launch in Fall 2004, the Fraxel laser has received overwhelming professional acceptance and treatment is widely accessible across the country.