Laser Treatments

LASER ACNE TREATMENT

Laser Acne Treatment available at Azia Medical Spa in Birmingham, Alabama.

CLEAR UP & TREAT DIFFICULT ACNE

Azia Medical Spa uses a laser or a laser-like device called intense pulsed light (IPL). Our IPL laser is used directly on the skin to reduce oil gland activity and bacterial counts, both of which improve acne. Facial scarring that result from acne is best treated with fractional laser resurfacing, which is also available at Azia.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS LASER ACNE TREATMENT?
Laser Acne Treatment employs laser or IPL light energy to shrink the sebaceous glands beneath the skin or to reduce bacterial counts.
Acne is caused by overactive sebaceous glands in the skin. The sebaceous glands release sebum (oil), which can clog the pores, leaving the sebum trapped beneath the skin. The resulting black and white heads (comedones) may cause the bacterium Propronibacterium acnes (P. acnes) to flourish, which can cause inflammation, pustules and nodules in the skin.

IS A LASER ACNE TREATMENT PAINFUL?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during a Laser Acne Treatment.

HOW LONG IS A TYPICAL LASER ACNE TREATMENT?
Acne Laser Treatment time varies based upon the areas being treated. A series of treatments is required for optimal results.

WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF LASER ACNE TREATMENT?
Laser Acne Treatment has mild side effects. Depending on the types of treatment utilized patients may experience slight skin discoloration and minor swelling. Downtime is minimal after IPL treatment and most patients resume normal activities immediately.

WHAT RESULTS CAN I EXPECT?
Although results vary from patient to patient, many patients see a marked improvement in difficult-to-treat acne.

HOW MUCH DOES LASER ACNE TREATMENT COST?
The cost for Laser Acne Treatment can vary, depending on your individual needs. You may contact our office at 205-980-7772 to schedule a free consultation to determine what type of treatment will be right for you.

LASER HAIR REMOVAL

The Best Laser Hair Removal available at Azia Medical Spa in Birmingham, Alabama.

TRADE IN YOUR RAZOR

CARE-FREE SMOOTH SKIN

SAFE & EFFECTIVE / NO DOWNTIME

MOST COMMON AREAS TREATED:

Upper Lip & Chin

Underarms

Bikini

Legs

Back & Shoulders

Laser Hair Removal is a noninvasive treatment that safely removes unwanted hair without damaging the skin.

At Azia Medical Spa in Birmingham, AL, we use the Palomar Starlux 500 System for Laser Hair Removal that is safe on all skin types and skin colors. This system uses laser light – an intense, pulsating beam of light that passes through the skin to the hair follicle where the energy is absorbed and transformed into heat, disabling the follicle while leaving the surrounding area unaffected.

Laser Hair Removal offers longer-lasting results then other hair removal methods such as shaving, tweezing or electrolysis.

Laser Hair Removal is recommended in packages of six in order to disable all of the active hair follicles.

If you’re considering a treatment and are interested in learning how Laser Hair Removal can help achieve more smooth carefree skin, please schedule a free consultation by calling us at Azia Medical Spa: 205-980-7772.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS LASER HAIR REMOVAL?
Laser Hair Removal utilizes laser light treatment to offer a safe and effective method of removing unwanted body hair.

IS AZIA MEDICAL SPA’S LASER HAIR REMOVAL PERMANENT?
Laser Hair Removal can permanently disable the hair you have in an active growth cycle on the day of your treatment. However, circumstances such as pregnancy, menopause, certain medications and hormonal conditions can trigger a dormant follicle to grow in. Dormant follicles are not active and therefore not able to be treated. The new growth, however, will be much lighter in color and considerably finer in texture because of the procedure. If this should happen, a touch-up treatment would be required.

CAN TANNED SKIN BE TREATED?
Tanned skin can be treated safely, but always inform us if you have been tanning or exposed to the sun within the last three weeks and we will adjust your treatment regime accordingly to give you the safest most effective experience.

CAN AZIA MEDICAL SPA TREAT ALL SKIN COLORS FOR LASER HAIR REMOVAL?
Yes, all skin types (colors) I through VI can be treated.

HOW LONG DOES THE TREATMENT TAKE?
A treatment normally takes between 15 and 45 minutes, although time varies depending upon the area being treated.

HOW SOON WILL I SEE RESULTS?
The hair that was treated will begin to work its way out of the follicle and will start to fall out between 10-14 days after the treatment.

ARE THERE ANY POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS?
Side effects may include slight redness (most clients return to natural color within 20 -30 minutes). Pigment changes of the skin, blisters and hot spots are rare but occasionally occur.

HOW MUCH DOES LASER HAIR REMOVAL COST?
Each body area has a different price. Please contact us for a specific cost.


Call our office at 205-980-7772 to schedule your free Laser Hair Removal consultation.

LASER SKIN RESURFACING

Laser Skin Resurfacing available at Azia Medical Spa in Birmingham, Alabama.

Safe & Effective / Minimal Downtime / Immediate Results

BEST TREATMENT FOR:

Sun Damage

Severe to Mild Acne Scars

Fine Lines & Wrinkles

Uneven Texture

Scar Removal

MOST COMMON AREAS TREATED:

Face

Neck

Décolleté

Hands

Laser Skin Resurfacing is an excellent choice for removing sun damaged skin, including discoloration, wrinkles, fine lines, and severe to mild acne scarring. Other benefits include improvement in tone, texture, pore size and skin tightening, without the usual downtime.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS LASER SKIN RESURFACING?
Laser Skin Resurfacing is a quick and comfortable laser procedure with minimal downtime, used to improve the overall appearance of your skin. Unlike traditional laser resurfacing, in which layers of skin are removed over the entire treated area, Azia Medical Spa performs fractional resurfacing. Tiny microscopic spots of laser energy treat about 20% of the surface area in a typical treatment. The tiny spots of laser energy penetrate deep enough into the skin to remove even deep pigmentary problems such as melasma and to stimulate synthesis of new collagen, which results in smoothing of wrinkles and acne scars and shrinkage of pore size. Fractional resurfacing laser treatments are safe for all areas of the body and can even improve stretch marks. Laser Skin Resurfacing at Azia Medical Spa treats sun damage, wrinkles and acne scars and increases collagen production which improves your skin’s tone and texture.

WHERE CAN LASER SKIN RESURFACING BE USED?
The most common areas are those that receive the most sun, such as the face, neck, chest and hands.

HOW LONG DOES THE TREATMENT TAKE?
A treatment normally takes approximately 20 – 40 minutes, although time varies depending upon the area being treated.

HOW SOON WILL I SEE RESULTS?
Dramatic results can be seen after just one treatment with continued improvement over time. Frequently four to six treatments are recommended spaced out two to four weeks apart in order to achieve optimal results.

WHAT WILL I EXPERIENCE AFTER THE TREATMENT?
While individual results vary, laser skin resurfacing offers the benefits of speedy healing and minimal downtime. Side effects usually include mild swelling and redness. Mild swelling should subside within two to three days, and redness usually fades over five to seven days. There is limited, if any, risk of infection or scarring.

HOW MUCH DOES LASER SKIN RESURFACING COST?
Each body area has a different price and the number of treatments needed per area varies from patient to patient. Please call our office at 205-980-7772 to schedule a free consultation.

SPIDER VEIN TREATMENT

Beautiful Legs Can Be Yours with Spider Vein Treatment, available at Azia Medical Spa in Birmingham, Alabama.

NO MORE UNSIGHTLY VEINS

Safe & Effective / No Downtime

Laser Vein Treatment by Azia Medical Spa is noninvasive and requires no downtime.

Laser Vein Treatment works by delivering infrared energy that precisely treats visible vessels, broken capillaries, spider veins, lesions and discoloration of your skin.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS LASER VEIN TREATMENT?
Broken capillaries and other visible vascular structures will be gently eliminated from the visible layers of your skin’s surface. Unwanted lesions heated by the laser energy, become less noticeable and in some cases will disappear.

HOW LONG DOES THE TREATMENT TAKE?
A treatment normally takes between 10 and 30 minutes, although time varies depending upon the area being treated.

HOW QUICKLY WILL I SEE RESULTS?
Laser Vein Treatment breaks up the unwanted veins and dissolves them over the course of several weeks, in some occasions it will break up the veins instantly. The most common side effect is bruising around the treated area. This will resolve within days of the treatment.

DOES IT HURT?
Most people describe laser vein treatment as feeling like the snap of a rubber band against the skin. You may be given a topical anesthetic cream to numb the area. If desired, a cool compress may be applied after treatment.

HOW MUCH DOES LASER VEIN TREATMENT COST?
Each treatment has a different price and every person’s skin requires a different number of treatments for the best results. Please contact our office to schedule a free consultation to determine your specific needs.

ROSACEA

Laser Treatments for Rosacea, available at Azia Medical Spa in Birmingham, Alabama.

SAFE & EFFECTIVE / MINIMAL DOWNTIME

BEST TREATMENT FOR: INDIVIDUALS WITH ROSACEA ON THE FACE.

At Azia Medical Spa, many treatments are used to treat Rosacea. Rosacea is a common condition that effects up to 5% of the general population. Symptoms include rosy cheeks, red patches or visible capillaries usually on or around the nose area. Lasers and Intense Pulse Light are two of the treatments used to improve Rosacea.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS ROSACEA?
Rosacea is a common condition that effects up to 5% of the general population. Symptoms include rosy cheeks, red patches or small blood vessels of the face and an enlarged, bumpy nose. Rosacea is most common in individuals with fair complexions but can affect people of all skin types.

WHAT TREATMENTS ARE USED TO TREAT ROSACEA AT AZIA MEDICAL SPA?
A variety of treatment methods are available to treat Rosacea. Laser and Intense Pulse Light are two of the most advanced treatments available. The doctor and treatment specialist will create a treatment combination customized to your specific condition.

WHAT RESULTS CAN I EXPECT?
Although results vary from patient to patient, many patients experience a reduction in redness and clearer skin.

HOW MUCH DOES ROSACEA TREATMENT COST?
Rosacea Treatment varies in cost depending upon final treatment recommendations made by the doctor. Please contact our office at 205-980-7772 for a free consultation.

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