It takes approximately 5-10mins to treat the full face. Including consultation and preparation, it should take no longer than 15 mins. A typical course is between 4-6 sessions with three weeks apart.
Does it hurt?
The AW3® technology produces less pain than most systems on the market how ever tolerance to pain varies from individual. . No anaesthetics are required, and many patients describe the discomfort as a warming sensation similar to the feeling after a day on the beach.
How safe is the AW3®treatment?
AW3® systems has been used worldwide by leading doctors and specialists for many years. AW3® has a loud voice in the laser industry and is one of the leading innovators of laser machines since the 90s when it was first commercialise. The settings used for your treatment will be based on the settings recommended by the clinicians who carried out the clinical trials.
What can I expect?
You may notice some general redness on the face following the treatment, if you have sun-damaged skin, some of the pigmented spots may turn darker and eventually disappear. Bacteria is difficult to eradicate completely but your doctor will probably recommend that you continue using adapalene cream for a few months after the AW3® acne treatment course. Treatment can be repeated as a top up if you should suffer another outbreak. Although results vary from person to person, but the AW3® system achieves a superior result compared to any others of it’s range.
