What is GentleWaves LED Photomodulation?
GentleWaves LED Photomodulation is a skin care procedure which uses the energy from light emitting diodes (LED) to reduce skin damage which has been caused by a combination of aging, pollution, and the rays of the sun. GentleWaves LED Photomodulation works to eliminate fine lines and age spots without the use of heat or harsh chemicals.
How does GentleWaves LED Photomodulation work?
GentleWaves LED works in two ways to produce a positive outcome. The LED energy first stimulates the cells to regenerate at a faster rate, leading to a greater supply of collagen and elastin. This tightens the skin pores and gives a stronger support system. At the same time, the GentleWaves LED Photomodulationcontrols enzymes in the body which are known to break down, over time, the collagen being produced.
What areas of the body does GentleWaves LED Photomodulation treat?
GentleWaves LED Photomodulation is a great non-ablative process to reduce the signs of aging which mark the face, particularly around the eyes and lips. It can also be used on other parts of the body and is even a useful tool for large areas of the body such as the chest.
What are the advantages of GentleWaves LED Photomodulation over other similar treatments?
GentleWaves LED Photomodulation can actually provide antiaging benefits without pain or unwanted side effects. It is the only system to slow the breakdown of collagen and improve the appearance of the skin surface without redness and blistering. The GentleWaves LED Photomodulation procedure can be completed in as little as five minutes in some cases, and the client may immediately apply cosmetics and return to daily activities.
Who is a candidate for GentleWaves LED Photomodulation?
Individuals wishing to reduce the appearance of lines around the mouth or nose soften forehead wrinkles, or even out skin tone, are all excellent candidates for this procedure. GentleWaves LED Photomodulation may even be used in conjunction with other types of facial rejuvenation procedures such as dermal fillers and laser treatment. This procedure is approved for men and women of all skin types.
How is the GentleWaves LED Photomodulation performed?
A special machine delivers pulses of LED energy to the selected area of skin in just a few minutes. It is a completely pain-free process using modulated light. GentleWaves LED Photomodulation requires no cutting or anesthesia of any type. Most patients consider the procedure to be quite soothing.
What is the recovery like?
All activities may be resumed immediately, and no special aftercare requirements are needed.
What will the results be like?
It usually takes at least five treatments before the results of GentleWaves LED Photomodulation become evident, and many customers have ten or more. At this time, any red or brown spotting will have faded significantly, and the skin pores will be smaller. Fine lines will also become less noticeable, and the skin will be softer and more luminous. The best part about GentleWaves LED Photomodulation treatment is that skin improvements may continue for months, even after the process is completed.
What are the risks?
GentleWaves LED Photomodulation is one of the few facial rejuvenation procedures that carry no known risks.
Is GentleWaves LED Photomodulation approved for use in the U.S.?
The GentleWaves LED Photomodulation procedure has been cleared by the Food and Drug administration for use in facial rejuvenation.
Is GentleWaves LED Photomodulation covered by insurance companies?
GentleWaves LED Photomodulation is a cosmetic procedure, and as such, it is never covered by health insurance companies. Compared to other anti-aging procedures, it is relatively inexpensive. The costs are usually somewhere between ten and twenty dollars per treatment.
Disclaimer: This information is intended only as an introduction to this procedure. This information should not be used to determine whether you will have the procedure performed nor does it guarantee results of your elective surgery. Further details regarding surgical standards and procedures should be discussed with your physician.
By DermaNetwork.org Staff
Updated: Fenruary 4, 2010
