IPL Laser
San Francisco

At Pacific Plastic Surgery Group, we strive to deliver the best IPL Laser San Francisco has to offer. We use the technology of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) as a treatment breakthrough that can correct a variety of benign skin conditions, such as facial skin imperfections, signs of photo-aging, birthmarks, unwanted hair, unsightly small veins, and other blemishes. It offers a safe, non-invasive solution that can be tailored to your individual condition & skin type, providing superior cosmetic results & outstanding satisfaction, through a process called photorejuvenation.

IPL Laser San Francisco

IPL Laser Treatments

Pacific Plastic Surgery Group offers IPL treatments in San Francisco, which usually take about 20-45 minutes (depending on the area) & are administered by either a Physician Assistant or Registered Nurse. The IPL Laser requires little to no downtime and you can resume your normal daily activities immediately after treatment. The most common areas treated are the face, neck, chest, and back of the hands as these areas tend to show the most noticeable signs of photo-aging.

Ellipse IPL Nordlys System

Pacific Plastic Surgery Group’s state-of-the-art Nordlys™ system is a foundational platform for the next generation of Ellipse IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) in San Francisco. We’ve upped our skincare offerings and your radiant face will thank you for the beaming benefits our light-based treatments can provide.

Laser light procedures have recently become popular in the aesthetic space as the technology has improved and recovery times have shortened. And who can argue with the glowing results? Pacific PLastic Surgery Group's powerful, precise and versatile Nordlys machine broadens the spectrum of our dermatological procedures. If you are not already familiar with the cutting edge improvements offered by Ellipse IPL, allow us to illuminate you. Pacific Plastic Surgery Group serves San Francisco with the latest advancements in aesthetic treatments.

Led by Dr. Edward P. Miranda, we believe that that natural, subtle changes reveal the true beauty within. Pacific Plastic Surgery Group provides innovative cosmetic enhancement with a caring, compassionate hand. Contact Pacific Plastic Surgery Group to get the conversation started. Call (415) 379-9015 to schedule your in-depth and personal consultation with one of our qualified, professional staff. The Norlys system is a foundational platform for an array of light-based treatments, most notably, Ellipse IPL. The Ellipse device has a range of utility.

How Light-based Skincare Treatments Work

The science of optics lies at the heart of light-based therapies. What we perceive as color is simply different wavelengths of electromagnetic energy reacting to the world around us. Light-based skincare instruments (e.g. Ellipse IPL) leverage the science of optics to achieve their results. Each instrument emits unique wavelengths at particular intensities that react differently to the various pigments in our skin. Thusly, each instrument can precisely target different dermatological features—rosy-red rosacea, for instance—all while leaving the surrounding tissue largely unharmed.

What Is Ellipse IPL Laser?

IPL Laser is a little different than a laser beam. Lasers volley photons at just a single electromagnetic frequency. However, just as warm sunlight contains all the colors of the rainbow (and beyond), Ellipse IPL’s sub-millisecond pulses shower narrowband light bursts at multiple wavelengths, making it a versatile instrument. It zaps away brown spots, broken capillaries and rosacea while encouraging collagen production to enhance your youthful appearance.

What are the Benefits of Ellipse IPL Laser?

When we examine the benefits of Ellipse IPL, it is helpful to think of water flowing from a hose. Ellipse IPL Laser, is like a spray of droplets, trading some strength and selectivity for more general coverage and a wider utility.

  • Less intense than other light-based skin treatments
  • Minimal recovery time—get a photofacial on your lunch break and return to work!
  • Effectively treats redness in fair skin, e.g. bust capillaries and rosacea
  • Effectively treats brown spots and hyperpigmentation in fair skin

Your Personal Consultation at PPSG

At your in-depth and personal consultation at Pacific Plastic Surgery Group, one of our medical professionals will gather your relevant information while discussing your aesthetic goals. Based on these goals and your medical history, we will determine your candidacy for one or several of our cosmetic procedures. We like to keep this investigative phase goals-centric, as that provides a more useful frame for matching a potential patient with the most appropriate procedure. At its heart, your personal consultation at Pacific Plastic Surgery Group is simply a conversation. Contact Pacific Plastic Surgery Group, in San Francisco, to get the conversation started. Call (415) 379-9015 to schedule your appointment.

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Recovery after IPL Laser

Full recovery after a San Francisco IPL Laser should take a week or less. If your skin feels especially sensitive, you may find some relief in the nightly application of cool aloe vera.

When you pop in to Pacific Plastic Surgery Group for a quick Ellipse IPL photofacial, your skin will have been bathed in powerful light energy. Hence, avoid prolonged or unnecessary exposure to the sun until your skin has completely recovered. Stock up on sunscreen before your procedure so it will be available throughout your recovery. We recommend broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or greater. Even in the winter, sunlight is more powerful than we think. It is also helpful to wear a wide-brimmed hat when you go outdoors.

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