Laser and Pulsed Light Skin Resurfacing

Dr. Mirwat Sami and her staff have incorporated the very best skin resurfacing technology into our oculofacial plastic surgery practice. We stay at the forefront of new technological advances in laser and intense pulsed light skin rejuvenation, and our patients benefit from our high level of expertise. If you are interested in the benefits of the variety of skin treatments we offer, and want to access the best technology and skin improvement practices available today, contact our Houston Oculoplastic Surgery office for a consult with Dr. Sami. We have a variety of amazing options that will help you optimize your skin’s radiance.

IPL Photofacial for Skin Revitalization

Dr. Sami uses the most advanced skin treatment tools for patients seeking smoother, younger-looking and more even-toned skin. The Intense Pulsed Light, or IPL Photofacial addresses skin pigment issues such as brown spots (also called age spots), sun damage, Rosacea, broken veins and spider veins on the face, neck, chest and hands.

This minimally invasive treatment uses optimized pulses of light to deliver amazing and noticeable results in just a few treatments. We use the Icon™ system, which, unlike lasers, uses many wavelengths of light with special filters to treat specific aesthetic conditions.

Treatments are administered in a comfortable office setting at our practice. As the IPL handpiece glides over the area being treated, specialized pulses of light are delivered to the targeted area, breaking down imperfections and removing them without harming the surrounding skin. The targeted sites then begin to disappear through the body’s natural healing process. This procedure revealing younger, more perfect skin tone, with immediate and ongoing results over time.

Each pulse feels like a slight rubber band snap, with little discomfort for the patient. The sessions take only 15 to 30 minutes, and most patients need just a few treatments to achieve optimal, glowing, beautiful results!

IPL Photofacial has revolutionized the way we achieve even toned, youthful skin. Most patients who have taken advantage of this easy and safe procedure are thrilled with the results! You will be, too.

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CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

As we age, our skin produces less and less collagen, causing dullness, lines and age spots to be particularly noticeable. CO2 laser skin resurfacing is the premiere skin improvement technology that utilizes microbeams of energy to pinpoint and reduce the signs of aging on the skin, including reduction of pore size, unwelcome lines and brown spots.

The advanced technology we use is the Smartskin+™ Laser System from Cynosure®, which is at the forefront of aesthetic fractional CO2 laser technology. By “fractional” we mean specialized microbeams of energy target just the affected area, and not the surrounding skin. These microbeams trigger a healing response from the body, wherein the affected cells are cleared away and new, healthy skin replaces the damaged area.

Fractional CO2 laser treatments are ideal for stimulating production of new collagen and elastin deep within the skin. Over time, a new young skin support structure is built up, resulting in an overall fresher and more youthful look. The Smartskin+™ CO2 Laser System is the hands-down leader in aesthetic lasers, delivering healing and restorative results in sessions lasting only 15 to 30 minutes! Patients have the option of receiving two or three light treatments, or one single treatment, depending upon their desired length of down time. Patients at our Houston area oculopastic surgery practice agree—the procedure is quick and relatively painless, and the results are amazing!

Of course, fractional CO2 laser treatments administered in the comfort Dr. Sami’s oculoplastic surgery offices, enabling patients to be as relaxed as possible. Patients receive simple instructions to prepare for the treatment, and must protect their skin from sun exposure before and after the treatment. Some report a tingling feeling during treatment, and some may experience a sunburn-like effect after treatment. We provide cooling formulas to minimize this sensation, and speed recovery.

All in all, this is a remarkable procedure that is safe and easy, and yields exceptional results. We hope you will take advantage of the ease with which we can help roll back the years and reveal your best and most youthful skin!

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Skin Renewal

Many of us notice that damage from sun exposure, stretch marks and wrinkles become more pronounced and noticeable as we get older. This occurs as the skin loses collagen and becomes less elastic and loses some of its youthful glow. Fractional CO2 laser technology is one of the top methods of regaining the dewy, youthful essence in skin.

Skin renewal can be achieved easily with the with Icon™ fractional CO2 laser technology. The Icon™ system delivers specialized pulses of energy to the targeted area, resulting in reduced lines and wrinkles and significant reduction and elimination of sun spots and stretch marks. The beauty of the Icon™ system is that the surrounding, healthy skin is not harmed or impacted in any way.

With only a few treatments, skin becomes younger-looking and more radiant. Some patients notice an immediate improvement, and after a few weeks, patients experience continued improvement in skin tone and texture. If you are interested in learning more, visit our website or schedule a consultation with Dr. Sami at our Houston oculoplastic surgery offices today!

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Scar Removal

Icon™ fractional CO2 laser technology can be used to diminish the appearance of surgical and acne scars on the face, neck and body, as well as generally refreshing the skin. Scars can become more noticeable as the skin ages, and treating them with laser therapy can truly help to turn back time and erase these problem areas on the skin. Pinpointing scar tissue with CO2 laser pulses is one of the best ways to reduce and eliminate scar tissue and reveal healthy new glowing skin.

Just as laser technology has been able to vastly improve the aesthetics of aging skin in general, it can also be used to treat even the most noticeable scars—with incredible results! A few easy treatments conducted in the comfort of our Houston Oculofacial plastic surgery offices most often result in significantly diminished scars and a more beautiful and youthful look to the skin. You will find that over time, the results become even more dramatic.

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For more detailed information on laser skin resurfacing and skin renewal, please contact us for a consultation with Dr. Sami. Or call us at 713-668-1264 to schedule.

About

Dr. Mirwat Sami is an internationally recognized plastic surgeon and one of only a few in the United States to be highly qualified to treat both medical and cosmetic issues of the eyes. She is a board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, highly skilled in working on the eye area—one of the most sensitive and delicate areas of the body. Her expertise is coupled with a fine sense of aesthetics, and she has built an impeccable reputation for bringing out the best and most natural looking results in her patients.

Dr. Sami’s offices are located in the Houston, Texas area. Our main office is in Bellaire, and we have satellite offices in Tanglewood, Pearland, Pasadena, League City and Baytown. One visit to our Oculofacial plastic surgery office will help you become acquainted with our procedures, and confident that we will deliver the expected results. Our aim and primary goal is to achieve the desired results for our patients, and we offer the latest in proven technology in reconstructive as well as cosmetic surgery. We use only the best noninvasive cosmetic procedures and treatments for our patients. Dr. Sami and her staff have the skills and artisan touch to help you achieve your very best look, period.

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For a consultation with Dr. Sami, contact us today or call us at 713-668-1264.