Victoria's premier medical aesthetic clinic - Vancouver Island BC
Whatever you may want to ask or discuss, we'd be happy to help.
Call 250 380 2600, or:
Send us a messageThe Rosenthal Clinic would like to invite you to a free tour & seminar
reserve your place nowTreatment: Pearl®
What is Pearl®
Pearl is the “one laser to choose” to renew your skin’s surface with quick, visible results. Pearl treats fine lines on the face and neck, uneven skin texture and light & dark spots caused by sun damage.
What is Pearl® and how does it work?
The Pearl laser replaces the entire top sun-damaged layer of skin with new healthy skin. Simultaneously, it sends heat to deeper layers of the skin stimulating new collagen growth, filling out and decreasing fine lines and wrinkles. New collagen growth continues for 4 to 6 weeks post-treatment. The combination of new skin and decreased wrinkles results in a healthier, more youthful appearance.
Unlike “fractional” treatments, Pearl treats the entire face, minimizing the number of required treatments. Typically, only 1-2 treatments are necessary to renew your skin.
During a Pearl treatment, the top layer of the skin is treated with pulses of light. The Pearl laser is guided over the skin, gently removing the top layer of the epidermis and heating a layer of tissue below it. A natural protective dressing is formed on the skin’s surface. After 3-4 days, the protective dressing peels off revealing new, healthy, vibrant skin underneath.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas can be treated?
Pearl will smooth the skin’s texture, as well as soften fine lines and wrinkles, on the face, neck, upper chest and hands.
Is it painful?
The treatment takes approximately 10-15 minutes for a full face. The treatment feels like a series of brief pinches.
What is “social” downtime with Pearl®?
Downtime is the time spent recovering from a procedure. With “social” downtime, you can continue your normal daily activities. However, you may not wish to attend important social events because after a Pearl treatment your face will appear pink/red for 3-4 days.
Who can be treated with Pearl®?
Patients of any age with sun damage, uneven skin texture and fine lines and wrinkles can benefit from Pearl treatments; however, the most common age group seeking treatment is 25-60.
What can I expect after the treatment?
After treatment, the skin will look like it is sunburned. Ointment will be applied on the skin to keep it moist. The skin will need to be kept moist for 3–4 days. Since you cannot wear sunscreen during this time, you will need to wear protective clothing and limit sun exposure for a few days following the treatment. You are free to wear make-up starting on day 3. After 3-4 days, the top layer of skin peels off revealing new, healthy, vibrant skin underneath.
How many treatments are recommended?
Many patients experience excellent results after one treatment. Others may want a second treatment for best results.
When will I see results?
You will see noticeable results on day 3 or 4, when the superficial tissue has peeled off, leaving fresh, new, healthy skin underneath.
How does Pearl compare to other “like” laser treatments?
Pearl offers the most effective treatment to address fine lines & wrinkles, sun damaged skin and uneven texture without wound care and the extended downtime required with traditional Erbium and CO2 laser procedures.
Today’s fractionated technologies treat only small portions of the face during each treatment. Typically, 3 treatments, each with 4-6 days of downtime and spaced a month apart, are required to treat the face.
Is there FDA clearance for the Pearl laser?
Yes, FDA clearance was received in March 2007 for Pearl for skin resurfacing and the treatment of wrinkles. Pearl is used primarily on the face but has also been used on the neck, upper chest and hands.
Before & After photos for Pearl®
Before Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Maritza Perez, MD<
After Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Maritza Perez, MD
Before Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Maritza Perez, MD
After Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Maritza Perez, MD
Before Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Maritza Perez, MD
After Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Maritza Perez, MD
Before Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Leonardo Rasi, MD
After Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Leonardo Rasi, MD
Before Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Amy Foreman Taub, MD
After Pearl® procedure
Photos courtesy of Amy Foreman Taub, MD
Before Pearl® procedure
After Pearl® procedure
Send us a messageWant to know more, or ask about a consultation?
Please call 250 380 2600, or send us a message.
