Rosacea

1. What is rosacea? Back to Top
Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes redness and swelling on the face. Rosacea may begin as a tendency to flush or blush easily, and then progress to persistent redness in the center of the face that may gradually involve the cheeks, forehead, chin, and nose. It also may involve the ears, chest and back.

2. What treatment is available? Back to Top
Laser or intense pulsed light devices are used to treat rosacea safely, quickly, and with no down time. Patients can generally resume regular activities immediately.

3. How does the treatment work? Back to Top
The lasers or intense pulsed light device delivers a measured dosage of light energy to each area of the skin in a series of brief pulses. The treatment is well tolerated by most patients.

4. How many treatments are required? Back to Top
Rosacea may clear after only one treatment, however most patients require a series of treatments for best results.

5. Who is the best candidate for treatments? Back to Top
Anyone suffering from rosacea is a candidate for treatment.