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Laser Genesis For Laser Curious

Laser Genesis treatment performed on a patient with safety googles on.

Laser Genesis: a Popular Option for the Laser Curious

Laser Genesis is a popular first-time laser option for patients considering non-surgical skin rejuvenation.  It treats common concerns, is quick, has minimal to no downtime, and can treat the face, neck, decolletage and hands.

Laser Genesis is a non-surgical treatment for enlarged pores, dark spots, wrinkles and scars. It works using a near-infrared (NIR) ND: YAG laser with a wavelength of 1064 nanometers.

How Laser Genesis Works

Laser Genesis is thought to reduce large pores (sebaceous gland openings) through several mechanisms.  The 1064 nanometer laser wavelength heats blood vessels in the dermis – the deep layer of the skin.  This is believed to result in dermal (skin) collagen deposition and remodeling in the perifollicular area (around the pore).  The remodeling around the pore results in reduced sebum (oil) production and smaller pore size.  Smaller sebaceous gland means smaller pore size.

Treatment Details

Treatment with Laser Genesis takes 30 minutes or less.  No numbing is required because of the gentle nature of the treatment. Laser safety shields are used, and the skin of concern is targeted.  Because of Laser Genesis’s gentle nature, it can be used for all ages and skin tones.  Some skin tones will benefit from more conservative settings to ensure safety and efficacy.

Post-Treatment Benefits

After treatment, patients notice several improvements.  Due to increased collagen production, skin tone and texture is improved.  Collagen provides structural support for the skin.  More collagen means plumper skin. Elastin stimulation results in improved skin tightness and elasticity.

Since the 1064 wavelength of the Laser Genesis targets blood vessels, the treatment can also help with rosacea, dark spots (hyperpigmentation), spider veins, and broken capillaries.

Recovery and Downtime

Patients experience minimal to no downtime.  Some patients may note mild erythema (redness) and swelling on the treated skin, but this is generally mild and resolves within 12-48 hours after treatment.  If redness and swelling occur, this is generally mild, and patients do not experience any limitations in their activities.

Popular locations for treatment include the face, neck, decolletage and hands.  Multiple treatments are recommended for safety and efficacy.

Customizing Treatment for Each Patient

As everybody’s skin is different, we “start slow and go for the goal.”  A lower initial setting helps us understand how the patient’s skin reacts to the treatment in terms of effect and downtime.  Subsequent treatments adjust the laser fluency (intensity), time (in milliseconds), and number of passes for the optimal rejuvenation effect.  Furthermore, the skin on different parts of the body is different in thickness and dermis to epidermis ratio.  Consequently, the same settings cannot be used on the face and a patient’s hands.

Because sunnier weather is around the corner, we recommend the laser curious to schedule their Laser Genesis treatment at this optimal time of year (Fall-Winter).

Dr. Domanski
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ABOUT DR. DOMANSKI

Focusing on natural results, Dr. Domanski believes in helping patients regain control over their bodies.

Dr. Mark Domanski is a Double-Board certified Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Domanski is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery.

He has been recognized as a “Top Doctor” by Washingtonian Magazine, Northern Virginia Magazine and DC Modern Luxury magazine. However, Dr. Domanski’s favorite accolade is his Most Compassionate Doctor award by Patient’s Choice.

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