Laser procedures can treat or resolve many eye conditions. Most laser treatments take place in a surgery center or other sterile facility, though some procedures may take place in the doctor's office. If an eye doctor believes a laser may help a...
Some 85 percent of all teenagers suffer from acne, which is the most common skin disorder in the United States, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). But laser procedures can help clear bad cases of acne, and may even prevent...
Laser skin resurfacing procedures are harsh on your skin and can leave you red and irritated for hours or even days. The purpose of skin resurfacing is to remove skin's dead outer layer, revealing a more youthful and fresh appearance. Alternatives...
Uteroscopic laser lithotripsy is a surgical procedure to remove kidney stones, reduce enlarged prostate glands and repair other abdominal soft tissue disorders. The lithotripsy process involves the use of either ultrasonic, electrohydraulic or...
The emergence of laser technology has allowed dentists to perform quality dental procedures with state-of-the-art technology. Dental lasers are more accurate and more efficient than traditional dental technique and procedures, according to...
Doctors use laser surgery to treat and correct many eye conditions. As with any type of surgery, laser procedures on the eye may have side effects. Many of these problems gradually disappear as the eye heals. However, knowing the possible...
Dark circles under the eyes are usually harmless and may be caused by sun damage, allergies, inadequate sleep, the natural aging process or water retention. The best treatment option depends on the cause of the circles under the eyes and ranges...
Eye surgeons use a number of different lasers to treat eye conditions as well as to perform elective procedures, such as vision correction surgery. Some of the laser procedures do not require invasive surgery while others may require a small...
Moles can be an unsightly nuisance, possibly posing health risks when they are misshapen and oddly colored. Normal moles are rounded and have a brown or black color; sometimes they are raised from the skin. Most remedies include surgical and laser...
Laser surgery uses a focused beam of light to do certain types of general and cosmetic surgery. The laser is very hot and removes, or in some cases vaporizes, unwanted tissue. Laser surgery also helps control bleeding. Because of its efficiency,...
Many millions of people have one type or another of difficulty with their vision. For much of history, the only treatment option for vision problems was the use of eyeglasses, but in recent years a variety of different surgical procedures have...
Wrinkles are a natural sign of aging that occur on the skin. When the skin ages, it becomes less resilient. In areas where skin has been frequently used, folds begin to form. Wrinkles may form around the mouth due to smoking, eating, talking or...
Women of color are more prone than other women to unwanted facial hair. It's part of a condition called hypertrichosis, which refers to excessive unwanted body hair and may be hereditary. Hair removal methods are effective, but they're not always...
Laser surgery can be substituted for any traditional surgery if necessary. The benefits of laser surgery are listed as less blood loss, quicker post-operative healing and the possibility of limiting the scope of the surgery. In fact, an article in...
Glaucoma is a condition in which eye pressure rises and the normal flow of eye fluid drainage malfunctions. When intraocular eye pressure becomes too high and there is too much fluid in the eye, sight can be compromised. Medications and surgery...
While it may be tempting to squeeze a blemish caused by acne or a cyst, this may also spread the infection and scar the skin. Instead of squeezing an infected blemish, applying a hot compress will promote drainage and healing in a way that won't...
Laser prostate surgery involves the use of concentrated, high-energy waves and intense heat to destroy prostate gland tissue that obstructs the flow of urine or causes other complications. Because laser surgery is minimally invasive and does not...
Doctors perform laser eye surgery to treat eye conditions and diseases. Some people, however, elect to have laser eye surgery in order to correct their vision, which may help reduce the need for eyeglasses or contact lenses. Regardless of why a...
Since the introduction of laser technology into the health-care market, many uses have become available for cosmetic treatment. With laser procedures growing in popularity, the Food and Drug Administration has become more involved in regulating...
Cellulite is produced by the development of fat underneath the skin and above the muscle. As excess fat develops in this area it pushes up while fibrous cords try to anchor the skin into the muscle. This creates a honeycomb effect that is visible...
Zits are nasty little pustules that always seem to pop up at the most inopportune times. Acne is well known as a bane of the teenage years but breakouts often occur in older people as well. There are many treatments for pimples including ones...
Stretch marks, also known as striae, are whitish lines you may find on your stomach, thighs, arms, lower back and other parts of the body. These whitish lines do not cause any harm, but are despised by some people nonetheless. Unfortunately, they...
Genital warts can be external, on the outside areas of your reproductive organs, or they can appear internally where you cannot see them. Internal warts can develop on the cervix, urethra, anus or inside the vagina, according to the New Zealand...
When you are facing surgery, one of your biggest concerns beyond ensuring a successful procedure may be minimizing the scar that will remain. Some surgical wounds heal with skin buildup--keloid tissue--that can be not only unattractive, but also,...
Laser treatments for acne work by targeting either the sebaceous glands that produce oil or the Propionibacterium acnes bacterium that causes acne. They penetrate the deeper skin layers without damaging surface skin. Laser treatments are...
Stretch marks appear when the skin is overstretched during rapid periods of growth. Pregnant women, bodybuilders and adolescents are most prone to the condition. Although stretch marks may fade in color over time, you may want to consider...
Many issues can affect the delicate skin of the face. Among them are acne, wrinkles, blotchiness, damaged blood vessels, sun spots and scars. These ailments can be embarrassing and difficult to hide. Fortunately, there are several cosmetic...
It sounds simple and enticing: Have a doctor zap your stretch marks away and be done with them. Unfortunately, stretch marks are a problem with no easy solution. Doctors disagree about what works and what doesn't. While some physicians embrace...
Cellulite is an unfortunate reality for most women. About eight out of 10 women have this common condition that causes fat to appear as dimpled skin on the thighs, hips and buttocks, according to MayoClinic.com. While cellulite creams and massage...
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