AcuPulse™
HELPING YOU LIVE LIFE MORE BEAUTIFULLYHeadingDr. Quenby Erickson, founder and medical director of Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine, is an expert provider of AcuPulse™ in Chicago. AcuPulse MultiMode™ SuperPulse™ CO2 Laser is a complete ablative resurfacing laser, featuring multiple treatment modes which allows versatility and personalized treatment plans to fit your needs. It can treat a wide range of skin conditions including but not limited to: uneven pigmentation, fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, acne scars, and dyschromia.
Who is the ideal candidate for AcuPulse™?
The ideal candidate for AcuPulse™ laser resurfacing has moderate to more extensive wrinkles, sun damage, acne scars, rough texture, and uneven tone and hyperpigmentation. AcuPulse™ is safe for all skin types. Good candidates are looking for an advanced laser treatment option that will provide optimal results from just one treatment session.
If you have been considering CO2 laser rejuvenation but want to avoid extended downtime, AcuPulse™ may be the ideal solution for you. It offers greatly reduced downtime and recovery time.
What is the cost?
Since each treatment is fully customizable to fit your individual needs, prices can vary. Please contact our office to set up a consultation and determine what treatment is right for you!
Is a consultation for AcuPulse™ necessary?
A consultation with Dr. Erickson is the first step of the AcuPulse™ treatment process. At this appointment, Dr. Erickson will evaluate the areas of concern and determine the optimal treatment plan for your needs. She often utilizes AcuPulse™ to target specific areas where more intense treatment is needed as part of a comprehensive, multi-modality approach to achieving your goals.
What to Expect
During Treatment
Before an AcuPulse™ laser treatment from Dr. Erickson, a topical anesthetic will be applied to the treatment area. After it has been given time to absorb and become effective, the excess will be removed and the skin will be disinfected. The doctor will scan the treatment areas with the handheld device and customize the settings accordingly.
Immediately after the laser treatment, gauze squares soaked in a cooling saline solution will be gently applied and allowed to remain in place for approximately 15 minutes to a half hour. Total treatment time is generally one to two hours but varies depending on each patient.
Downtime
Traditional CO2 laser resurfacing treatments can take three to four weeks to fully heal; the new AcuPulse™ procedure has less downtime. After AcuPulse™, healing time is approximately seven days to two weeks, during which a slight grid pattern may be lightly visible.
Patients will be provided with detailed instructions to promote healing and protect the treatment area from irritants and bacteria that can lead to infection. Abstaining from alcohol use is always a good idea while healing. For patients who smoke, it is important to avoid smoking during recovery—smoking interferes with the natural healing process of the skin.
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Contact Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine to arrange your consultation for AcuPulse™ in Chicago. Dr. Erickson looks forward to answering your questions and determining if AcuPulse™ is right for you.