Laser
A laser beam is high-energy coherent light. Many lasers for different treatments are available nowadays. Depending on the physical characteristics of a laser beam, specific skin structures and specific skin depths can be efficiently targeted in a non-invasive fashion. Dr. Isabel Schnieper and Dr. Stephan Bessler have extensive experience in laser treatment of the face. Targeted meticulous laser therapy is of paramount importance for the face. Laser therapy may also be a complementary treatment option after facial surgery.
Dr. Stephan Bessler
Dr. Bessler is head of the Nasal Surgery Clinic. He specializes in facial surgery and laser treatment of facial skin.
Dr. Isabel Schnieper
Dr. Schnieper specializes in ENT (ear, nose, and throat diseases), with wide-ranging experience in laser therapy.
Dr. Schnieper and Dr. Bessler are members of the Swiss Society for Medical Laser Therapy (SGML).
Treatments
Scar correction
A CO2 laser removes the top layers of skin, stimulating a healing process and reducing scarring. However, depending on the extent and nature of the existing scar, a surgical revision might be necessary before laser therapy.
Treatment of benign pigment spots
Undesirable pigment spots or blemishes occur through the accumulation of pigment cells. Pigmented spots are enhanced by sun exposure and occur more frequently with age. Pigment cells respond well to treatment with the Rubin Laser.
Treatment of unsightly small skin vessels
Facial capillaries, also known as spider naevi, may be unsightly or undesirable. However, the so-called Yellow Laser removes them easily.
Treatment of small benign skin nodules
With the occurrence of a skin nodule, a possible malignancy has to be excluded. For specific skin nodules, laser treatment is superior to surgical removal.
Questions & Answers
How long do I have to stay out of the sun after laser treatment?
We recommend using a sunscreen SPF 50 every day for six months and a wide-brimmed sun hat to protect from direct sun exposure.
Is there skin redness after laser treatment?
Laser treatment for skin spots and small blood vessels (spider veins) hardly causes any skin redness. However, CO2 laser treatment for scars or small skin nodules may cause skin redness that may last several weeks. To hide redness, you may use a concealer.
What are the costs of laser treatment?
Usually, a laser treatment costs SFR 200.- per session, independent of the laser type used. Therefore, for individual therapy, several laser treatment sessions may be required. The number of laser treatment sessions necessary may be determined and discussed before treatment.
Are results permanent?
Depending on the goal of laser treatment, several treatment sessions may be necessary to achieve the desired result. The result is usually is permanent; however, new formation of small blood vessels (telangiectasias) may occasionally occur in some cases after laser treatment.
How do I know what treatment is best for my facial skin nodules or facial scars? Laser therapy or surgical revision?
Either laser therapy or surgery, or indeed a combination of both treatments, may be the best option for you. It is of utmost importance that the therapist is familiar and experienced with all methods. Essential is an individual approach and consultation.
Are dermabrasion and peeling alternative options to laser therapy?
Dermabrasion, peeling, and laser skin resurfacing are different non-surgical skin rejuvenation options. Although they address similar concerns, they differ in candidacy.
Are laser hazardous?
Lasers in medicine are mighty with the potential to pose a danger if used improperly. Therefore, extensive experience and training of laser therapists are essential.
Since when have lasers been used in medicine?
First medical laser treatments begun in the seventies, mainly in surgical specialties involving tissues covered with mucous membranes, such as gynecology.
How does laser treatment work?
The laser beam can precisely cut tissue and target individual cells and structures in the tissue, such as vessels, pigment cells, hair follicles, collagen, and lead to a firmer and rejuvenated tissue appearance.
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