Ongoing advances in the field of dermatology have brought about significant increase in treatment options. There are so many effective, non-invasive cosmetic treatments available today that it can be hard to imagine a single therapy solving multiple skin conditions.
Dr. Mary Lupo believes this to be the case with IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light treatment. The first physician in Louisiana to incorporate this treatment into her practice, Dr. Lupo has consistently and successfully used IPL since 1999. Today, it continues to be one of the most popular treatment options at the
Lupo Center.
There is a wide variety of skin problems that can be corrected with either IPL treatment or treatment with a vascular laser. At Lupo Center, we use the DermaV or IPL to target brown and red discoloration, facial veins, unwanted hair, acne scarring and more. Skin treated with IPL or vascular laser will become smoother in texture, and there will be a reduction in the appearance of fine lines, as well.
Rosacea is another condition that can be significantly improved with light treatments, as medications alone rarely provide complete relief from symptoms such as redness and flushing.
IPL treatments differ from laser treatments, using broad band light energy from the visible and near-infrared light spectrum. Treatment with intense pulsed light is a safe and effective, non-invasive way to address photoaging. In fact, this form of skin rejuvenation is sometimes referred to as a โfotofacialโ or โphotorejuvenation.โ IPL works by applying heat to tighten and shrink targeted blood vessels while simultaneously stimulating the production of new collagen for improved skin texture.
IPL & Vascular Lasers at Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology
If you are looking at ways to improve the redness of your skin and get rid of brown spots, the IPL and Vascular lasers at Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology can help. Watch the video as Dr. Mary Lupo explains all about it.
What is IPL & Vascular Laser, and how do they work?
IPL & Vascular lasers are energy-based devices that help improve skin redness, flushing, and inflammation. They also reduce broken capillaries and larger veins on the face and the legs.
They work by targeting the hemoglobin in the blood vessel, causing the blood vessel to spasm and shrink.
IPL stands for Intense Pulse Light. That means that it's a broadband of wavelength light that improves the redness and often brown spots and overall rejuvenation of the skin by stimulating collagen production.
The vascular lasers are precise to one wavelength, we use the Excel V, a 532-nanometer laser, and we use it for Rosacea, redness, and sun damage.
Is there any downtime after treatment?
IPL & Vascular lasers are considered no downtime treatments. You may have a little bit of redness and puffiness, but it is inconsequential and normal activities can be continued.
Most people need a series of 3 sessions spaced 3 - 4 weeks apart for optimal long-term results.
Please feel free to contact us if you need further information.
The gentleness of IPL and vascular lasers in the care of skin conditions allows patients to immediately return to their normal routine. There is no downtime and no side effects to either type of treatment, which may be performed on the same day as an important event or even during your lunch hour. It is possible to apply makeup immediately following a treatment session.
IPL and vascular laser treatments are ideal for many of our patients. We recommend that a good skin care program be instituted after treatment so that optimal results may be maintained for a longer period of time.
Dr. Mary Lupo has the precise training and experience to help you achieve your aesthetic goals. Contact the Lupo Center for your consultation today.
Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology
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Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective, and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments to all patients.
Board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD, has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of the Womenโs Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane, and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for the approval of new drugs and devices, and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.
Dr. Lupo was recently recognized as a trailblazer for women in dermatology and for her dedication to educating dermatology residents and fellows.
She has also received the following awards:
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๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง - Recognizes full-time academicians who have dedicated their careers to educating dermatology residents and fellows;
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๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐๐ฅ๐, ๐๐ ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ซ๐ฒ and ๐๐๐๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ฉ ๐๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ from the ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ง'๐ฌ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ ๐๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ญ๐ฒ - Recognizes dermatologists of national prominence who have been trailblazers for women in some aspect of dermatology.
Dr. Lupo has authored over 90 published articles and book chapters and has spoken on various dermatological topics at nearly 480 national and international meetings and seminars.