Cosmetic Services
LightSheer™ Hair Removal
Using advanced pulsed light technology, the non-invasive LightSheer™ Hair Removal System swiftly and painlessly removes hair of all colors from any area of the body, including the face (chin, upper lip, cheeks, nose, or ears), legs, arms, underarms, back, chest, or bikini line.
In a series of ten- to 30-minute sessions, the skin is coated with a cool gel before the LightSheer hand-held treatment unit is touched to it. Pulses of light loosen hairs from their follicles beneath the skin's surface. Patients report each laser pulse feeling similar to a rubber band being snapped on the skin, and usually do not require any type of anesthesia. Each treatment session is customized based on the color, texture and location of the unwanted hair.
Much of the hair can be wiped off along with the gel when the procedure is over, and most of the rest falls out on its own within a week or two. Regular activities can be resumed immediately, including going to work, although the skin should be kept out of direct sunlight at first.
MegaPeel™ Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a minimally invasive spa procedure that rejuvenates the appearance of the skin by treating sun damage, scarring, wrinkles and other unwanted skin problems. The MegaPeel™ microdermabrasion system uses a gentle stream of tiny crystals to exfoliate the outer layer of the skin and produce fresher, younger-looking skin and a renewed appearance. It has been performed safely and successfully in the US since 1996.
During the MegaPeel procedure, the device wand will be moved gently across the targeted area to abrade the dead skin cells with minimal irritation. When performed in conjunction with a personalized skin care regimen, patients can achieve smoother skin, improved circulation, a more balanced skin tone and a reduced appearance of deep wrinkles and scarring.
This treatment is administered as a series of six 45-minute treatment sessions performed every one to two weeks. Patients may experience redness, irritation and flaking after each session, but can return to work and other regular activities as soon as desired. The results of this procedure will appear gradually, with full results developing after two to six months.
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is a procedure used to treat spider veins by injecting a solution into the veins which causes them to gradually disappear. By injecting a salt solution, known as a sclerosing solution, the lining of the veins become irritated and eventually turns into scar tissue that then fades away. This method is the preferred treatment for spider veins and has been used since the 1930s.
Anesthesia is not needed for sclerotherapy, during which patients only experience a mild burning sensation. After the skin is cleaned with an antiseptic solution, the sclerosant is injected into the affected veins with a very fine needle. The number of injections per session varies based on the number and length of the damaged veins. After the sclerotherapy procedure, cotton balls and compression tape are applied to the injection site(s).
This procedure is performed in Dr. Neiman's office and takes no more than an hour. Most patients need 2 to 4 treatments in order to achieve desired results. There is no downtime other than avoiding strenuous activities for the first 2 to 3 days.
Tattoo Removal
Many people have second thoughts about their tattoos. Fortunately, you don't have to live with your decision forever. Highly precise lasers can lighten or remove your tattoo by focusing or pulsing light on the ink particles, which then convert the energy to heat and break up into tiny pieces that are absorbed harmlessly by the body. All of this can be accomplished without damaging the surrounding tissue for aesthetically-pleasing results with little to no scarring.
During the laser tattoo removal procedure, highly concentrated beams of light are delivered to absorb the ink of the tattoo and fade its color. Different colors of light are absorbed by specific ink colors, so treatment is customized for each individual patient. Most patients report this procedure feeling similar to being snapped with a rubber band, and do not typically require any anesthesia, although local anesthesia is available for those patients who request it.
Results can generally be seen within a few weeks, although larger and darker tattoos may require more treatments than smaller, lighter ones. Occasionally treated skin will look paler than the skin around it, but this usually fades in the months following treatment.
