- Used to treat the face, hands, neck and upper chest, the procedure begins by using light to remove damaged and dead skin from the upper skin layer. At the same time, the Pearl laser penetrates through the lower-skin layers with heat to jump-start collagen growth. With this two-part procedure, the patient receives near instant results as well as long-term benefits. The entire treatment only takes 15-20 minutes. In severe cases it may require additional treatments, scheduled 30 days apart.
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The skin responds well to this type of laser treatment, automatically developing a covering on top of the treated skin. This eliminates the need for additional bandages and ensures the skin is protected as it heals. Within three or four days, when protection is no longer needed, it sloughs away.
The treatment isn't painful, consisting of a feeling of being pinched as the laser moves over the skin surface. Most users have registered their pain as a mere 2 or 3 on a 10-point scale. -
After the Pearl procedure the doctor will apply regular moisture treatments or give them to you to do at home. These treatments are important to achieve a successful process. After the protective covering formed by the skin falls away, a mild burn may still exist on the skin. It will fade quickly to leave behind youthful, glowing skin.
Cosmetics cannot be used until the skin is healed. Exposure to the sun could be painful and might affect the final results of the procedure. Therefore, it is best to wear appropriate sun-protective clothing during the healing phase.
While the Pearl procedure can be used in concert with other skin therapies, clear them with your plastic surgeon beforehand. There may be certain treatments he will want you to avoid in order to maintain your healthy new skin.
It is also important to note that the Pearl procedure isn't usually recommended for those with olive tone or dark skin. It works best on light to medium skin tones. Those with severe sun damage could also be exempted from the treatment.
