Is IPL Photorejuvenation Painful?

An IPL photorejuvenation treatment is minimally invasive and uses laser technology to penetrate the deeper layers of the skin. This may result in a mild “stinging” sensation during the treatment. Gentile Plastic Surgery can provide a topical cooling or numbing gel to help prevent any significant discomfort while the treatment is being performed. Most patients are able to handle the treatment without the assistance of pain management ointments or medication.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

The IPL® Photorejuvenation procedure in Cleveland is generally performed in four to six sessions every three weeks. Dr. Gentile recommends following this treatment plan for optimal results, though every patient’s skin care needs will be different. To better understand the appointments necessary to achieve your aesthetic goals, please schedule a consultation at Gentile Plastic Surgery in Youngstown or Akron, OH.

How Long Until I See the Results?

IPL photorejuvenation is a gradual treatment. Over repeated sessions, your skin will improve in tone and texture as the treatment targets the deeper layers. Your body will engage in its natural collagen regeneration cycle to repair and turn over damaged skin, yielding bright, smooth skin in its place. On average, most patients may experience visible improvements around one month into their treatment plan.

Can I Combine IPL Photorejuvenation with Other Procedures?

Gentile Plastic Surgery is happy to help our Cleveland area patients reach their aesthetic goals! Please mention any cosmetic procedures you are interested in exploring at the time of your consultation with Dr. Gentile. He will be able to recommend and create a treatment plan that safely incorporates your desired procedures to yield your best results.

What Are the Risks Associated with IPL Photorejuvenation?

IPL Photorejuvenation treatments are largely safe and have minimal risks. However, patients are advised that the treatments have been associated with the following complications: Redness Tenderness or soreness Itching Swelling Blistering Peeling Hypo or hyperpigmentation Changes in skin sensitivity

Youngstown & Akron, OH

IPL Photorejuvenation

Introduction

Introduction to IPL Photorejuvenation

Achieving smooth, healthy skin requires more than over-the-counter drugstore products as we age. The top layer of the skin naturally degrades over time due to sun exposure, damage caused by acne or other chronic skin conditions, and the general aging process.

As an active expert and researcher in aesthetic laser technology, Gentile Plastic Surgery offers state-of-the-art IPL Photorejuvenation to Cleveland patients seeking to repair their skin and regain their youthful glow. Schedule a consultation at either of our locations in Youngstown or Akron, OH, to learn more about how an IPL Photorejuvenation procedure can restore your skin!

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What is IPL Photorejuvenation?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) photorejuvenation is a noninvasive cosmetic procedure that treats subjacent skin damage by repairing its structural components without damaging external layers. This new technology differs from other cosmetic procedures, such as laser skin resurfacing, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion, which repair the skin through controlled damage to the outer layers but may not be as effective at treating the damage further underneath.

The science behind IPL® Photorejuvenation has allowed the production of an anti-aging treatment that restores youth to the superficial layer of the epidermis while emitting thermal energy to treat underlying structures. This results in both the elimination of discolorations and a boost to the skin’s natural collagen-regeneration process.

IPL photorejuvenation may not be suitable for all skin types. Please schedule a consultation with Dr. Gentile at Gentile Plastic Surgery in Youngstown or Akron, OH, to learn more about whether this procedure can benefit your unique skin needs.

What are the
benefits of
IPL Photorejuvenation?

Dr. Gentile recommends IPL Photorejuvenation treatments for patients who exhibit some or all of the following characteristics:

Fair to medium skin tone
Visible skin damage from sun exposure or photoaging
Dark spots, blemishes, or broken capillaries that cannot be improved through topical treatments
Experiencing rosacea, acne, eczema, or other chronic skin conditions
Prefer to avoid more stringent, superficial treatments such as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or laser skin resurfacing.

IPL photorejuvenation may not be suitable for candidates with darker skin tones, as the laser technology may have difficulty distinguishing a dark blemish from the patient’s naturally dark surrounding skin. Please schedule a consultation with Dr. Gentile at Gentile Plastic Surgery just outside of Cleveland, OH, to learn more about the range of skincare treatments available to you.

Who are the
best candidates
for IPL Photorejuvenation?

Dr. Gentile recommends IPL Photorejuvenation treatments for patients who exhibit some or all of the following characteristics:

Fair to medium skin tone
Visible skin damage from sun exposure or photoaging
Dark spots, blemishes, or broken capillaries that cannot be improved through topical treatments
Experiencing rosacea, acne, eczema, or other chronic skin conditions
Prefer to avoid more stringent, superficial treatments such as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or laser skin resurfacing.

What’s the
First Step?

If you’ve read this far and believe a Cleveland IPL Photorejuvenation may be just what your skin needs, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Gentile at either Gentile Plastic Surgery practice in Youngstown or Akron, OH. Dr. Gentile will meet with you to review your medical history, evaluate your skin condition, and make recommendations as to whether an IPL Photorejuvenation treatment can suitably address your skincare needs. He will then develop an IPL Photorejuvenation treatment plan for the upper body areas you would like to treat.

If this plan meets your approval, you can schedule your first appointment with our patient care team member. Due to the quick and efficient nature of the IPL Photorejuvenation treatments, some patients may prefer to begin their treatment that same day or wait for a later, more convenient time in their schedule.

What to Expect
on the Day of
IPL Photorejuvenation Treatment

Prior to treatment, Dr. Gentile or a skilled technician will fit patients with protective eye gear and apply a topical cooling gel to any areas of skin that will receive treatment. The IPL apparatus is then directed by hand across the skin, where light pulses treat the surface, typically without discomfort. The treatment session may take up to thirty minutes, and the treated areas will remain rosy for the next hour or two.

The IPL® Photorejuvenation procedure is generally performed in four to six sessions every three weeks. The skin has exhibited the greatest extent of repair and restoration when IPL is performed under these conditions. IPL® Photorejuvenation reverses damage to the skin over time, producing natural, long-lasting results that can remain for over a year. Dr. Gentile can provide patients with in-depth explanations of potential complications as well as remedies following the IPL® Photorejuvenation procedure.

IPL Photorejuvenation Recovery

Your skin may feel tender and sensitive following your IPL Photorejuvenation treatment. The skin may appear “rosy” for the next few hours following the treatment, but these side effects are temporary and should reduce over time. Dr. Gentile strongly recommends avoiding sun exposure and wearing protective sunscreen after their treatment, as the skin will be more sensitive to sun damage, and the sun exposure could reverse some of the effects of the IPL Photorejuvenation.

How much
does
IPL Photorejuvenation
cost in Cleveland, OH?

The cost of IPL photorejuvenation in Youngstown, Akron, and the greater Cleveland area depends on the extent of the skin surface area the treatment must cover, the number of sessions necessary for optimal results, and facility fees. To better understand the pricing of your individual treatment plan, please schedule a consultation at Gentile Plastic Surgery to receive a comprehensive cost breakdown.

Why Choose Gentile Plastic Surgery?

Richard Gentile, MD, is a distinguished Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, teacher, author, and founder of Gentile Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Laser Center. Board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ABO-HNS) and a fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (FAAFPRS), Dr. Gentile brings a wealth of experience and world-class skill to every patient who visits his Youngstown and Akron, Ohio, offices.

Dr. Gentile’s certifications and background give him a unique understanding of the complexities involved in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, eyes, and head and neck. As one of only 31 dual-board-certified surgeons in the state of Ohio, Dr. Gentile has served his community in northern Ohio and is respected internationally for his innovation, artistry, and technical skills.

Dr. Gentile is an active researcher in aesthetic laser technology and a frequently invited lecturer at the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) meetings and others worldwide. He is known as the creator of “Smartlifting,” a Scarless Laser-Assisted Face and Neck Lift procedure that improves surgical results in Facelift surgery by reducing recovery time and increasing skin tightening. Dr. Gentile has performed thousands of these technologically advanced procedures in his specialized Fairlawn and Boardman, Ohio centers. Smartlifting has given rise to many other non-exclusive techniques of facial rejuvenation that utilize laser, radiofrequency, and plasma technologies.

Dr. Gentile has written and presented his specialty nationally and internationally and has published extensively. His publications and presentations include medical journal articles as well as book chapters on facial rejuvenation, skin rejuvenation, and rhinoplasty. In 2011, Dr. Gentile’s book on Neck Rejuvenation was published as a textbook for Plastic Surgeons. It is the only comprehensive textbook on neck rejuvenation in facial plastic surgery. Dr. Gentile has served on national expert panels on skin rejuvenation (including non-invasive technology), facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, and new technology in Facial Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Gentiles is also proud to serve his community by working pro bono with Face to Face, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting people who need reconstructive surgery as a result of domestic violence. He believes that helping the victims of domestic violence is a small gesture of our support for their efforts to rebuild their lives after personal tragedy.

IPL Photorejuvenation FAQ’S

An IPL photorejuvenation treatment is minimally invasive and uses laser technology to penetrate the deeper layers of the skin. This may result in a mild “stinging” sensation during the treatment. Gentile Plastic Surgery can provide a topical cooling or numbing gel to help prevent any significant discomfort while the treatment is being performed. Most patients are able to handle the treatment without the assistance of pain management ointments or medication.
The IPL® Photorejuvenation procedure in Cleveland is generally performed in four to six sessions every three weeks. Dr. Gentile recommends following this treatment plan for optimal results, though every patient’s skin care needs will be different. To better understand the appointments necessary to achieve your aesthetic goals, please schedule a consultation at Gentile Plastic Surgery in Youngstown or Akron, OH.
IPL photorejuvenation is a gradual treatment. Over repeated sessions, your skin will improve in tone and texture as the treatment targets the deeper layers. Your body will engage in its natural collagen regeneration cycle to repair and turn over damaged skin, yielding bright, smooth skin in its place. On average, most patients may experience visible improvements around one month into their treatment plan.
Gentile Plastic Surgery is happy to help our Cleveland area patients reach their aesthetic goals! Please mention any cosmetic procedures you are interested in exploring at the time of your consultation with Dr. Gentile. He will be able to recommend and create a treatment plan that safely incorporates your desired procedures to yield your best results.
IPL Photorejuvenation treatments are largely safe and have minimal risks. However, patients are advised that the treatments have been associated with the following complications:
- Redness
- Tenderness or soreness
- Itching
- Swelling
- Blistering
- Peeling
- Hypo or hyperpigmentation
- Changes in skin sensitivity

Schedule a
Consultation

An IPL photorejuvenation treatment in Cleveland is an excellent way to slow and even reverse the march of time on your skin. To learn more about whether this treatment is suitable for your skin type, please call Gentile Plastic Surgery at either of our Youngstown or Akron, OH, locations or complete the online booking form. A patient care team member will contact you shortly to help you schedule your consultation!