By CSB on Sunday, March 8, 2009Filed Under: Cosmetic Surgery News, Laser Techniques
For those who suffer from excess sweating, two of the most popular options currently on the market are to use a strong anti-perspirant or to have Botox injected into the underarm area. Unfortunately, both of these options are just temporary measures. Another measure sees the nerves to the chest that lead to the sweat glands cut under general anaesthetic.
However, a British surgeon has developed a new cosmetic procedure which could help stop underarm sweating forever and will only require a local anaesthetic and leave minimal scarring.
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By CSB on Monday, January 1, 2007Filed Under: Laser Techniques
Procedure: Smooths the face and smooth fine wrinkles using a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser device that treats layers of damaged skin. Softens lines around the eyes and mouth and minimizes facial scars and unevenly pigmented areas.
Length: A few minutes to 1 hour. May require more than 1 session.
Anesthesia: Local with sedation, or general.
In/Outpatient: Usually outpatient, unless combined with other surgical procedures that require hospitalization.
Side Effects: Temporary swelling, discomfort. Lightening of treated skin. Acute sun sensitivity. Increased sensitivity to makeup. Pinkness or redness in skin that may persist for up to 6 months.
Risks: Burns or injuries caused by laser heat. Scarring. Abnormal changes in skin color. Flare-up of viral infections (��?cold sores��?) and other infections (rare).
Recovery: 2 weeks: Back to work
4 to 6 weeks: Strenuous activities
6 months: Complete fading of redness. Sun exposure must be limited for several months
Duration of Results: Variable – new wrinkles may form as skin ages.
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