Rosacea Treatment Toronto

Rosacea is a common skin disorder characterized by facial redness. Rosacea may initially come and go, but may also develop to become persistent redness or red lines, which trace the tiny blood vessels cross the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. In some cases, rosacea may emerge with additional symptoms such as small red bumps, dry or tearing eyes, stinging and burning sensations, and in some severe cases, a red and enlarged nose (Rhinophyma).

Quick Facts About Rosacea

Rosacea primarily affects people with lighter skin types, though it can affect people with any type of skin.
Rosacea typically develops between the ages of 30 and 50, and appears more commonly in women than in men.
In some cases, rosacea may co-exist with acne. This is known as "adult acne rosacea".
Early stage rosacea may be misdiagnosed as sunburn, which often causes a delay of treatment.

Causes of Rosacea

Flushing is a basic part of rosacea, so experts believe that blood vessels may be a key cause. Though the exact cause of rosacea is still unknown, some common factors that may trigger its development include: genetic predisposition, vitamin-B deficiency, temperature change, spicy food, alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, stress and other skin disorders.

Rosacea Treatment

Many people mistakenly think rosacea is just a skin problem that will go away slowly by itself, but it may actually become worse and more visible if left untreated.

For mild rosacea, topical therapy and oral treatments are often used to reduce the flushing and inflammation. But anti-flushing creams and oral antibiotics are not effective in treating the more severe facial flushing, or the broken blood vessels.

Fortunately, advances in light technology have given us many effective solutions for treating more severe cases of rosacea. It is now known that lasers and IPLs (Intense Pulsed Light) offer one of the best treatments for rosacea, especially for the erythema (facial redness). At Q Esthetics Laser Clinic, we are proud to utilize the award winning Palomar Starlux 500 system to treat rosacea for most patients, and use Soli-Tone 2500 light therapy to treat rosacea for some darker or sensitive skin types.

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Q Esthetics is one of the earliest laser clinics to use lasers and ipls to treat a diverse range of rosacea, so we have the most experienced staff and the greatest number of satisfied patients in the Greater Toronto Area. Please call us to book a FREE consultation and let us show you what we can do for you - our dedicated staff members are committed to achieving optimal results with a tailored treatment plan for your specific rosacea conditions.

Rosacea Treatment FAQs

How does the system work?

To clear rosacea, a specific wavelength of light is absorbed by the blood vessels and quickly converted to heat. The sudden rise in temperature breaks down and damages the lesion. The damaged blood vessels are absorbed and carried away by the lymphatic system, eventually removing the appearance of rosacea from the skin.

Clinical studies have shown that the Palomar Starlux Lux G provides equivalent clearance of facial telangiectasias compared to some vascular lasers and superior removal of telangiectasias and rosacea compared to traditional IPL devices due to its novel technologies such as superior selectivity of filtrations, dual peaks of absorption, and an excellent contact cooling unit that allows larger spot sizes and higher fluences.

How long does the Rosacea Treatment take?

The whole procedure only takes 10 to 45 minutes, depending on the size of the area targeted. Thanks to its advanced, new technologies, the Palomar Starlux 500 works several times faster than any other laser or pulsed light platform in the world.

How many treatments are necessary?

Due to its increased power and effectiveness, fewer treatments are required. For the best results, we recommend 3 to 5 treatments, usually at 2 week intervals.

How long will the effects of laser rosacea treatment last?

In the majority of cases, results are permanent. However, we recommend the use of sunscreen to limit exposure to the sunlight in order to prevent further damage.

Are there any side effects with rosacea treatment?

There may be a slight reddening in the treated area immediately after the treatment, but this usually disappears shortly. Make-up can be applied following the procedure. You should avoid sun exposure for 24-48 hours and moisturize the treated area.