Home > Dermatology Services > Ellipse   Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments eliminate redness, broken capillaries, brown spots, and reduce fine wrinkles and large pores. With no downtime! The Ellipse FotoFacial Treatment is a new and unique use of beyond-laser pulsed light technology. Rejuvenate skin with no patient downtime. Using a series of full-face treatments and specific light parameters, consistent and dramatic improvements in sun damage, flushing, redness and broken capillaries. All patients observe smoother skin with visible improvement in irregular pigmentation, fine wrinkles and pore size. Each treatment takes twenty minutes, requires no anesthesia, and patients are able to return to full activities immediately after treatments. Following Ellipse FotoFacial Treatment, you will see a gradual decrease in overall redness, flushing and dilated capillaries. Fine lines and wrinkles are also improved, along with fading of pigmentation and age spots, and a reduction in pore size. Many patients with rosacea see an improvement in breakouts, and may be able to decrease, and in some cases, discontinue their medication. Following your first treatment, your skin will feel smoother and softer, with a more even skin tone. Improvements are gradual and become more visible after each treatment. Five treatments are recommended for optimal results. In some cases, patients may require more. * Frequently asked Questions What are the indications for Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments? Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments are beneficial in the treatment of the following: Treatments effectively reduce redness and flushing, sun damage (Photo-aging), fine wrinkling, freckling and irregular pigmentation. Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments are used for skin photorejuvenation to reduce fine wrinkling, freckling and irregular pigmentation. Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments reduce the overall redness, flushing and dilated capillaries and associated with Rosacea and may improve the breakouts of this common chronic facial condition. Prior to Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments there was no effective treatment for flushing or facial and neck redness. With Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments there is little discomfort and no downtime or disruptions of normal activities. The end result of FotoFacial Treatments is smoother, healthier and younger-appearing skin. Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments are also be used in conjunction with chemical peeling or micro-dermabrasion to enhance the results of these procedures. What areas can be treated? Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments can be used on any part of the skin. They are especially effective for improving the appearance of the face, neck and chest. Does Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments hurt? Most patients describe the sensation to be like the snap of a rubber band on the skin as the pulses of energy are delivered through the hand piece. Some patients opt to have a topical anesthesia. After treatment, the pain is minimal to non-existent. How many treatments do I need? Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments can be delivered as a single treatment or as a course of treatments. Typically, a patient will require one to five treatments. After each treatment, we will evaluate your response to the prior initial treatments. What will recovery be like? Post-operative discomfort is almost nonexistent. After treatment, the treated skin may appear a little flushed and capillaries may seem to be more visible. The flushed look soon fades away, and the capillaries appear to vanish, leaving the skin looking younger. It's that simple. Following any treatment, avoid any harsh skin cleansers and use sunscreen. What results can I expect? Yes, after only one treatment, your skin will have a more even tone with a smoother look and feel. About 10 - 14 days after treatment, your skin tone will even out, redness will decrease, and visible veins will fade. You can expect to see a gradual decrease in overall redness, flushing and dilated capillaries. People with visible aging from the sun can expect to see their skin become smoother with a decrease in fine wrinkles, reduction in pore size and fading of sun spots. These improvements will steadily increase with each treatment. Many people with rosacea see an improvement in breakouts and are able to decrease or discontinue their medications. Are Ellipse treatments safe? Yes. Light systems have been used safely for millions of treatments worldwide. These systems treat only the targeted tissues, leaving the surrounding tissue intact. However, some bruising or redness may occur. How long will the results last? This will vary according to your personal skin type. Upon finishing your initial treatment regimen, we will recommend a maintenance schedule on a periodic basis to prolong the results achieved. Many clients experience an immediate effect. Your skin will be clearer and brighter with a smoother, more lustrous complexions. Who are the best candidates for a Ellipse FotoFacial Treatments? Patients with flushed faces, sun-damaged skin, hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, wrinkles and acne. People who suffer from rosacea and experience flushing and redness of their skin. People with early aging changes and sun damage who desire healthier more youthful appearing skin. People who don’t want to take the time off to heal from laser resurfacing or chemical peels. Active people who don’t want to interfere with social or outdoor activities.