Aging: Photo Facial Rejuvenation In Arizona
The photo facial is one of the latest developments in the field of cosmetic enhancement. The term photo refers to the use of light in the procedure (from the designation of light particles as photons). These procedures are not to be confused with laser procedures, even though they are quite similar. Both types of procedures are used for similar treatments, are meant to achieve similar results, and use forms of light as their main treatment mechanisms.
In both types of procedures, the light causes an overheating of the uppermost layers of cells in the targeted areas. This overheating kills the targeted cells. As these tiny layers of dead skin fall away, the skin that is revealed is newer, fresher, and more youthful in appearance. (Post-treatment it is quite normal for patients to experience some flaking for several days as the dead skin detaches.) The difference between the two procedures lies in the generation of the required heat.
In laser devices, the heat is generated by the laser itself. In photo facial devices, the heat is generated by a photosensitizing agent that is applied to the skin prior to treatment and allowed to soak into the skin of the targeted areas. For cosmetic procedures, photosensitizing agents are topical creams that are inactive until they are exposed to certain wavelengths of light, at which point their active ingredients switch on and convert the light to heat.
The Use of Photo Facial Techniques in Arizona
Photo facial equipment is relatively new in the field of cosmetic enhancement. Arizona is well known as a leader in the anti-aging and cosmetic enhancement fields and new technologies often appear there before they appear in less-demanding markets. This means that not only do top clinics in Arizona usually have the best equipment they also usually have more experience with it. Arizona does not seem to be losing ground either, so this trend is likely to continue.