in Westport, New Canaan, Ridgefield & All of Fairfield County
Better Skin Delivered At Total Aesthetics, we believe that aging should be beautiful and a healthy, smooth, glowing skin is a cornerstone of this process.
Broadband Light (BBL) therapy is a non-invasive skin treatment created by industry leader, Sciton, that utilizes intense pulsed light (IPL) technology to improve various skin conditions.
By delivering precise, controlled wavelength light energy to the skin’s surface, BBL targets issues like sun damage, hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and acne. BBL especially targets redness and brown pigmentation, age spots as well as sun damage, facial spider veins (telangectasias) and rosacea. Best of all there’s minimal downtime and no anesthesia whatsoever is required.
Sciton BBL HEROic is the most advanced pulsed light technology available today. HEROic stands for High Energy Rapid Output with Intelligent Control, a feature that gives this technology the ability to make real-time adjustments with improved results, consistency and safety.
The enhanced cooling system makes the procedure more comfortable and it can be customized to address specific skin types and concerns. The Sciton BBL HEROic can also treat both the face and body efficiently, making it ideal for larger areas, such as the upper chest, back, arms, and legs.
While both Sciton BBL HEROic and standard BBL treatments use broadband light technology, the HERO technology allows for faster treatments, with the ability to cover larger areas in a shorter time, making it ideal for patients looking to treat multiple regions of the body in one session. In addition, the Sciton HEROic BBL delivers more energy, providing improved results for stubborn or hard-to-treat pigmentation, fine lines, and texture issues. Gone are the concerns of visible “stamping;” Dr. O’Connell refers to HEROic as “paintbrush” technology that provides a superior result with a more comfortable treatment than prior technology.
Utilizing the latest advancements in aesthetic phototherapy, Sciton BBL HEROic offers a gentle yet highly effective approach to improving appearance and promoting overall skin health.
Through collagen stimulation which can target multiple concerns, this treatment helps patients achieve a more youthful and glowing complexion.
Our Westport, CT and Fairfield, CT Sciton BBL HEROic patients experience a range of benefits, including:
Ideal candidates for Sciton BBL HEROic are typically those who want to treat issues like pigmentation, sun damage, fine lines and other skin concerns including acne. This treatment is non-invasive and works effectively on multiple areas of the body, making it a versatile option for patients seeking full-body skin rejuvenation. A list of specific concerns that could be treated includes:
A thorough consultation is key to determining whether this is the right treatment for you and what your ideal treatment plan should be.
Our experts will closely examine your skin, discuss your skin type then review your goals, medical history, allergies, medication use as well as unique skin needs before creating a custom treatment plan that includes details about preparation and aftercare. It’s important that you not be tan and are not using self-tanning products prior to BBL HEROic.
Before the procedure begins, the treatment area will be carefully cleansed to ensure your skin is meticulously clean. There’s no need for topical numbing cream with HEROic. Your provider will customize the machine's settings to target your skin at the most effective levels, making adjustments as needed based on real-time system prompts for maximum accuracy. Typically, the BBL session takes around 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the size and complexity of the treatment area.
Following BBL HEROic, there is no real downtime, but some patients may experience mild redness for a brief period of time. It’s important to protect the treated area from sun exposure.
Results from Sciton BBL HEROic usually become visible within a few days to a week following treatment. While visible improvement can be seen after just one or two treatments, optimal results can occur after completing several sessions spaced a few weeks apart. Soon after treatment your skin will appear smoother, more youthful, even and glowing and, as collagen stimulation continues, your skin will continue to improve.
Total Aesthetics means every option is at your fingertips. Dr. Joseph O’Connell, a double board-certified Westport, CT plastic surgeon with over 40 years of experience, is wholly committed to beginning with the least invasive options to achieve our patient’s aesthetic goals.
When surgery is part of the treatment plan, he is a skilled and artful surgeon who has been practicing in Fairfield County since 1988. Dr. O’Connell and his experienced team are dedicated to your ultimate satisfaction in both patient care and aesthetic outcomes.
Broadband Light (BBL) therapy is a non-invasive skin treatment created by industry leader, Sciton, that utilizes intense pulsed light (IPL) technology to improve various skin conditions.
By delivering precise, controlled wavelength light energy to the skin’s surface, BBL targets issues like sun damage, hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and acne. BBL especially targets redness and brown pigmentation, age spots as well as sun damage, facial spider veins (telangectasias) and rosacea. Best of all there’s minimal downtime and no anesthesia whatsoever is required.
Total Aesthetics in Westport and Fairfield County
Most patients find this to be a very tolerable treatment and topical anesthetic cream is not necessary. HEROic includes built-in cooling for maximum comfort.
Possible minor risks of BBL include mild skin redness after treatment, which usually resolves within a few hours.
While BBL is a safe and effective treatment for a wide variety of skin types, it is important to speak with a qualified professional in order to determine the best treatment for you. Some patients with darker skin types are not optimal candidates.
Most patients see great results with Sciton HEROic for about three months or longer as collagen stimulation continues. Results can last for many months or even years depending upon lifestyle and skin type.
The cost of Sciton BBL HEROic will vary depending on the number of initial sessions needed and the scope of treatment.
The first step towards a new, beautiful you is to schedule a personal consultation.
Along with providing the highest level of care, no effort is spared to create an environment where each patient is nurtured and cared for as an individual. Use our form to contact Dr. O’Connell with questions about any of our aesthetic or plastic surgery procedures.
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