Is a Sciton mJOULE Treatment Painful?

The treatment is generally well tolerated by most patients. You may feel warmth around the treated area, a mild prickling sensation, or a snapping sensation. If desired, you can apply a topical numbing cream to the skin to minimize discomfort.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

The total number of Sciton mJOULE treatment sessions needed depends on the specific skin concerns you are trying to correct and your treatment goals. While a single treatment can provide noticeable improvements, a series of three to four treatments typically provides the best results. Our team can recommend the appropriate number of treatments based on your goals.

How Long Until I See the Results?

You’ll notice initial results within about a week as your skin heals. Sciton mJOULE results will continue to improve over the next few weeks as you notice improvements in your skin’s tone and texture. After three months or more, you will notice significant improvements in your skin’s appearance as underlying collagen production creates firmer, tighter skin.

What Are the Risks Associated with Sciton mJOULE?

Issues like redness, mild swelling, warmth, dryness, and flaking of the skin are common and should subside over the next few days. Some of the rarer risks include temporary pigment changes, blistering, infection, or scarring. Follow your post-treatment instructions to minimize the risk of these issues.

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What is Sciton mJOULE?
What skin issues can be treated?
What is the treatment process?
The Consultation?
Recovery
How much does it cost?
Faqs

Introduction to Sciton mJOULE

Prolonged sun exposure, pollution, aging, and genetics can all reduce skin health, leading to frustrating issues like fine wrinkles and an uneven complexion. Sometimes your skin just needs a refresher to restore its youthful glow. If you’re ready to give your skin the rosy radiance it deserves, it’s time to try Sciton mJOULE treatments at our Greensboro clinic.

What Is Sciton mJOULE?

Sciton mJOULE is a cutting-edge laser platform that aesthetic experts use to perform MOXI and BBL HEROic skin treatments. These low-impact treatments help achieve numerous benefits, including smoother, clearer, healthier, and more radiant skin.

MOXI

The MOXI diode laser treatment is known for being very gentle and achieving impressive results. This 1,927nm-wavelength laser is safe for patients of all skin tones and skin types. You can use it to treat areas like the face, neck, chest, hands, arms, and legs.

Which Skin Issues Can MOXI Treat?

MOXI can address a variety of skin issues

Uneven Tone
Uneven or Rough Texture
Superficial Sun Damage
Minor Age Signs

MOXI helps achieve a refreshed and glowing complexion, and it’s an excellent prejuvenation option for younger patients looking to avoid signs of aging.

The Science Behind MOXI

The treatment is non-ablative, meaning it doesn’t remove tissue, and fractional, meaning it treats tiny sections of the skin while leaving surrounding tissue intact. This surrounding tissue aids in the healing process. MOXI’s fractional, non-ablative approach supports a shorter, more comfortable healing process than other lasers.

MOXI targets the superficial epidermis and dermis with precise laser energy. This laser energy specifically targets the water inside skin cells, leaving surrounding cells intact and undamaged. The micro-coagulation zones it creates kick-start healing, resulting in fresh, undamaged skin cells and new collagen.

The Treatment Process

MOXI treatments typically take about eight to ten minutes (not including numbing time), making it a popular lunchtime treatment. Cooling air may be used to prevent any discomfort. Topical numbing cream may be applied beforehand but is typically only used for the more intense MOXI settings.

MOXI requires little to no recovery time or downtime. Patients can wear makeup again starting 24 hours after their treatment session. They must avoid heavy sun exposure and apply a moisturizing physical sunscreen regularly.

BBL HEROic

BBL HEROic treats the skin using focused pulses of broadband light. The heat energy created by these light pulses breaks up hyperpigmentation, collapses prominent blood vessels, and boosts collagen and elastin production.

BBL HEROic outperforms previous BBL options by using state-of-the-art Intelligent Control (IC), Autodynamic Pulsing™, and Skin Positioning System™ (SPS™) technology. These features deliver smoother treatment, greater accuracy, improved comfort, and better results.

This better BBL option can be safely used to treat Fitzpatrick skin types I-V. It’s very versatile and can treat any part of the face or body. Popular areas include the neck, décolleté, face, abdomen, back, buttocks, arms, and legs.

Which Skin Issues Can BBL HEROic Treat?

BBL HEROic can be used to treat numerous issues, including:

Small Vascular Lesions (Cherry Angiomas, Telangiectasias)
Skin Laxity
Age Spots/Sunspots/Liver Spots
Rosacea
Freckles
Sun Damage
Dull Complexion
Active Acne
Age Lines
Roughness
Unwanted Hairs
Redness

BBL HEROic’s Treatment Options

BBL HEROic can be used to perform several types of treatments for Greensboro patients:

Forever Clear BBL®: Uses yellow light and blue light to treat active acne, reduce acne scarring, and defend against future breakouts
SkinTyte™: Uses pulsing infrared light to heat dermal-layer collagen, tightening sagging skin on the face, neck, and body
532+™ BBL® Filter: Addresses small blood vessels near the nose, along with pigmented lesions
Forever BARE BBL®: Quickly and efficiently removes unwanted hair
SkinSmooth™: Enhances skin smoothness and radiance

The BBL HEROic Treatment Process

A BBL HEROic treatment session usually takes only twenty to thirty minutes. It can treat larger areas very efficiently.

At the start of the treatment session, a clear gel is administered to increase absorption of light energy. Topical anesthetic isn’t typically needed, and BBL HEROic’s CoolComfort™ technology cools the superficial skin to protect against pain or discomfort.

The handpiece moves evenly along the treated area, releasing pulses of light energy. Many describe the sensation as a rubber-band snap that fades quickly.

Little to no downtime is needed after BBL HEROic, allowing patients to get right back to their busy schedules. Temporary swelling and redness are normal, and you may feel sore for up to 30 minutes; the skin may feel sensitive for up to 48 hours.

After 1 to 2 days, patients can apply makeup and skincare products again. Patients must avoid sun exposure and make sure to apply broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen regularly. Hyperpigmentation may look temporarily darker for a time. Additionally, there may be mild crusting, dryness, and slight discomfort. These issues will all fade in time.

Combining MOXI and BBL HEROic

Combining Sciton mJOULE’s MOXI and BBL HEROic treatments results in enhanced skin revitalization for Greensboro patients. Pairing laser and light energy delivers the benefits of both treatments, including reduced excess pigmentation, roughness, sun damage, skin laxity, and wrinkles.

Pairing MOXI and BBL HEROic helps achieve head-to-toe skin rejuvenation while avoiding long treatment times and discomfort. This combination also necessitates little to no downtime. You can apply makeup after 24 hours, and you must apply sunscreen and avoid sun exposure.

The Consultation

Your Sciton mJOULE consultation will consist of the following:

Your provider will ask about your skincare goals and the issues you want to address.
The two of you will discuss your skincare regimen and lifestyle, along with your medical history.
Your provider will evaluate your skin, noting aspects like complexion and texture.
They will work with you to select the ideal mJOULE treatment modality for your needs and then tell you more about the treatment process from start to finish. This will include a discussion of preparation and aftercare.

How Much Does a Sciton mJOULE Treatment Cost in Greensboro, NC?

Determining the total cost of a Sciton mJOULE treatment in Greensboro involves considering several factors. The specific treatments utilized can affect the overall price, as can the number of treatment sessions needed. Anesthesia fees and the specific issues being addressed may also impact the final cost.

If desired, patients can pay for their treatments with the help of medical financing companies like CareCredit and Cherry. These trusted companies offer payment plans to suit a variety of budgets.

Why Choose Greensboro Plastic Surgery?

Greensboro patients prefer our practice for state-of-the-art laser treatments like Sciton mJOULE. Our facility offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and our licensed aestheticians have years of experience performing skin-rejuvenation treatments that restore a fresh, youthful appearance.

The founder of our practice, Dr. Collier Pace, is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). Dr. Pace is a renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has delivered lectures and presentations at national medical conferences. He has written several medical journal articles and book chapters.

Before medical school, he earned his BS in Neuroscience from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Next, he attended Richmond’s Virginia Commonwealth University for his Medical Doctorate, followed by a residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He then traveled to Springfield’s Southern Illinois University for a Hand and Microsurgery fellowship.

Dr. Pace is a member of several medical associations. These include the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (SESPERS), the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), and the American Association for Hand Surgery. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Portrait of Dr. Pace at his practice in Greensboro. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Collier Pace | Greensboro Plastic Surgery.

Get Started Today

If you want to improve your skin’s texture, tone, and overall beauty and would like to learn more about Sciton mJOULE treatments in Greensboro, NC, contact Greensboro Plastic Surgery. Call our office at (336) 600-5258 to schedule your consultation.

Sciton mJOULE FAQs

The total number of Sciton mJOULE treatment sessions needed depends on the specific skin concerns you are trying to correct and your treatment goals. While a single treatment can provide noticeable improvements, a series of three to four treatments typically provides the best results. Our team can recommend the appropriate number of treatments based on your goals.
You’ll notice initial results within about a week as your skin heals. Sciton mJOULE results will continue to improve over the next few weeks as you notice improvements in your skin’s tone and texture. After three months or more, you will notice significant improvements in your skin’s appearance as underlying collagen production creates firmer, tighter skin.
Issues like redness, mild swelling, warmth, dryness, and flaking of the skin are common and should subside over the next few days. Some of the rarer risks include temporary pigment changes, blistering, infection, or scarring. Follow your post-treatment instructions to minimize the risk of these issues.

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