Broadband Light Treatment

Visible blood vessels and persistent redness are the hallmarks of rosacea, a chronic condition that primarily affects the face. It is a frustrating disorder that often begins with frequent facial flushing or blushing with or without inflammatory bumps. While there is no single cure for rosacea, it’s a condition that dermatologists routinely treat.

Here at Dallas Dermatology Partners, it’s often difficult to avoid triggers that cause flare-ups. Instead of covering redness and vascular lesions with make-up, our patients can achieve clearer skin with advanced Broad Band Light Therapy (BBL) rosacea treatment.

Is BBL good for rosacea?

Yes, you will see noticeable improvements after BBL for rosacea. This is because Broad Band light treatments target dilated and broken blood vessels that cause flushing and redness.

How does BBL laser for rosacea reduce redness?

The BBL Hero utilizes the power of Broad Band light to target unwanted skin pigment. Unlike other IPL devices, this innovative technology has four times the speed, three times the peak power, and twice the cooling delivery for a fast, effective, and much more comfortable treatment. BBL improves rosacea by heating broken blood vessels that are then gently eliminated. At the same time, the light energy stimulates collagen growth for a healthier, more even-toned complexion.

How comfortable is BBL for redness and rosacea?

This is a minimally invasive lunch hour treatment that is not painful. Patients will experience a sensation of warmth, or the snap of a rubber band with each pulse. The BBL Hero has built-in cooling technology to minimize discomfort. A topical anesthetic cream can be applied before the treatment if requested.

How long does it take to see results?

This depends on your skin type and the settings utilized for the BBL laser therapy. However, most of our patients see noticeable improvements in rosacea symptoms within 2-3 weeks.

What is recovery like?

There are minimal side effects or downtime after BBL treatment for rosacea. Mild redness and swelling usually resolve within 24 hours. Most people resume their normal activities right away, but it’s important to limit sun exposure and use a broad-spectrum physical sunscreen after your treatment.

How many BBL treatments are needed for rosacea?

While our patients see measurable improvements after a single BBL laser treatment for rosacea, most will require a series of two or three sessions spaced four weeks apart. The exact number of treatments needed to achieve optimal results will vary from patient to patient.

Broad Band light therapy for rosacea in Dallas

Persistent redness and facial flushing caused by rosacea are not only bothersome but can also diminish self-esteem. Broad Band Light therapy treats the source of this chronic condition with no downtime or discomfort. To find out if BBL treatment for rosacea is right for you, schedule your Dallas Dermatology appointment today.

As an ongoing skin rejuvenating therapy, BBL treatment is typically most effective when applied 3-5 times a year.

Broad Band Light (BBL) is a corrective phototherapy treatment that is gaining traction in cosmetic dermatology for good reason. This next-generation light energy treatment is designed to address a variety of skin conditions related to sun damage, aging, and acne — with little to no downtime. Dallas Dermatology Partners offers the latest and greatest technology, BBL Hero, which offers three times the power, four times the speed, and is much more comfortable compared to regular BBL.

At Dallas Dermatology Partners, BBL treatment produces outstanding results in patients who want to correct uneven skin tone, hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, redness, and other skin complaints. While Broad Band Light is an effective tool for both preventing and reversing signs of aging and UV exposure, it is not a one-time rejuvenating treatment.
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about BBL Hero treatment here at our practice.

How many BBL treatments do I need?

This is highly dependent on the nature and extent of your skin concerns and desired goals. Correcting extensive pigmented lesions may require more BBL treatments compared to improving rough skin texture. While BBL Hero offers three times the peak power of last-generation procedures, our dermatologists will usually recommend a minimum of three to five treatments. Medical research shows that regular BBL treatments actually change the gene expression pattern of skin cells to that of younger cells, resulting in an anti-aging effect.

How many BBL treatments per year are recommended?

We suggest at least three to four BBL treatments per year to achieve clearer, smoother, and younger-looking skin. The phototherapy is comfortable and effective at treating freckles, deep lesions, vascular abnormalities, sun spots, and mild acne scars. With each BBL laser treatment, skin quality is improved as collagen production ramps up.

Is one BBL treatment enough?

No, none of our patients will realize maximum benefits with a single BBL treatment. While some may be thrilled with initial improvements in skin tone and clarity, our dermatologists recommend at least three or four Broad Band Light therapy treatments for achieving radiant, healthy skin.

How long do BBL laser results last?

As long as you do three to four BBL treatments each year, the results will be long-lasting. Patients can maintain their vibrant glow by practicing good sunscreen habits (a mineral broad-spectrum sunblock is best) and limiting direct UV exposure.

How long after BBL laser will I see results?

Approximately two weeks after your BBL treatment, there are gradual improvements in tone, texture, and overall skin health. However, these initial results will also hinge on the phototherapy settings used.

How long do you have to wait between BBL treatments?

We generally recommend waiting 3 to 4 weeks between BBL Hero treatments, but in some cases it can be as short as 14 days.

Is BBL safe for darker skin tones?

Yes, the BBL Hero by Sciton is safe for most skin types, including dark or olive-toned skin. Please take advantage of a complimentary consultation with our aesthetician to see if BBL is right for you.

Rejuvenate with BBL treatment in Dallas

BBL therapy addresses superficial imperfections, as well as those in the deeper layers of the skin, with a series of treatments. To learn more about this fast, comfortable, and effective skin rejuvenating laser, we invite you to schedule a Dallas dermatology appointment.