Vbeam Laser for Rosacea and Facial Redness
Vbeam is a pulsed dye laser that targets the blood vessels behind facial redness, broken capillaries and rosacea-related flushing.
How Vbeam treats redness
What is Vbeam?
Vbeam is a pulsed dye laser. Its light is absorbed by the red pigment in blood vessels, which lets it treat visible vessels and background redness while leaving the surrounding skin largely unaffected. It has been used in dermatology for many years.
What can it treat?
Vbeam is commonly used for the redness and visible vessels of rosacea, broken capillaries around the nose and cheeks, and some red marks and scars. It treats the visible signs of redness; it does not cure rosacea, which is a long-term condition that also benefits from skincare and trigger management.
How many sessions are needed?
Most people need a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart, and some choose occasional maintenance sessions afterwards. The number depends on how much redness there is and how your skin responds.
What is recovery like?
Redness and mild swelling for a day or two are common. Depending on the settings used, temporary bruising can occur and may take one to two weeks to fade. Sun protection before and after treatment helps protect your result.
Vbeam in Calgary
Vbeam treatments at the clinic are performed by our clinical team under the medical direction of Dr. Danny Guo, a double board-certified dermatologist. Results vary from person to person, and a consultation will confirm whether Vbeam is suitable for your skin. Learn more about Vbeam laser in Calgary or book a consultation.
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FAQ
What does Vbeam treat?
Vbeam is commonly used for rosacea-related redness, visible blood vessels, broken capillaries and some red marks and scars.
Does Vbeam cure rosacea?
No. Vbeam treats the visible redness and vessels. Rosacea is a long-term condition, and some people choose maintenance treatments over time.
Will I bruise after Vbeam?
Temporary bruising can occur depending on the settings used. When it happens, it usually fades within one to two weeks.
Who performs Vbeam treatments?
Vbeam treatments are performed by our clinical team under the medical direction of Dr. Danny Guo, a double board-certified dermatologist.