:: Wrinkle Reduction

The Canterbury Skin and Laser Clinic offers a full range of skin rejuvenation treatments including the latest Starlux lasers' Trilux skin rejuvenation and skin tightening programme, the Nlite laser, dermal fillers such as Restylane, Perlane, Teosyal, Chemical peels, the Oxyjet microdermabrasion facial, popular with the stars and of course, Botulinum Toxin Therapy. For non-laser treatments, click here to view other Skin Treatments.

:: Now there is Nlite...

Nlite is a British technology which stimulates the body's own cells to produce new collagen, creating a fresh foundation and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Skin texture becomes smoother and firmer. Fast and safe, Nlite is a non-invasive, non-surgical laser treatment. As the skin surface is not broken or damaged in any way, there is minimal discomfort during treatment and no recovery period afterwards.

:: How quickly will I see any results?

Because collagen is laid down slowly, there is no immediate effect. While this may seem like a disappointment, the gradual nature of the Nlite response is actually a blessing. Instead of having an obvious-to-everyone cosmetic change, your skin condition will slowly improve over time. Nlite clients tell us that people start telling them how well they look, without being able to lay a finger on precisely why. We have a number of celebrity clients who have Nlite treatments precisely because there is no obvious change immediately after treatment.

:: How many treatments are required to achieve a result?

One treatment will usually produce a noticeable effect, especially around the eyes, although the result will vary from person to person. In general, the younger the skin and the better the blood supply, the better the result. Skin age is not the same as actual age; genetic inheritance and external factors, such as smoking and UV sun damage cause skin to age at different rates for different people and no two results will be exactly the same. Where one treatment will achieve a result, this result can be improved by keeping the collagen building. We usually recommend follow up treatment, the timetable for which will be discussed at consultation. Whatever, the follow up regime recommended, the treatment pattern is tailored to the individual. We may also recommend other treatments, such as micro-dermabrasion, aimed at improving blood supply to the skin prior to Nlite treatment. Younger skin may need less frequent top-ups and some clients are choosing a treatment regime involving regular monthly top-ups.

:: How will I know which interval is best for me?

Before any treatment can be given, a full medical assessment will be carried out. The information gathered here, in combination with monitored treatment results, will be used to work out a treatment regime tailored to suit your individual needs.

:: Can the Nlite be used for anything other than lines and wrinkles?

Yes; we are using the Nlite successfully to treat sunken scars, some stretch marks, active acne, acne scarring and acne rosacea. Because of the quite remarkable effect that the Nlite has on the healing process, we believe that new treatments will evolve as more experience of the laser is gained.

:: It all sounds too good to be true; does it really work?

We have now been using the Nlite since February 2000 and can say, from the results that we have achieved, that it does just what it claims to do. The Nlite is not a miracle cure for wrinkles; there is no such thing and expectations have to be in line with what is achievable.

:: Is the treatment safe?

Yes. Lasers have been used in medicine for over 30 years and there is no evidence whatsoever to suggest that the Nlite is anything but safe. The Nlite uses extremely low powers to achieve its results and extensive clinical trials plus years of laser experience at this clinic have resulted in a safe technique with a minimal risk of side effects.

Every precaution is taken to ensure the safety of the client. A rigorous set of procedures is in place at the clinic governing the safe use of lasers, which are maintained according to a strict schedule. The clinic is registered and inspected by the National Care Standards Committee (NCSC) in accordance with the Care Standards Act 2000. You may not know that it is now a legal requirement for all users of laser and IPL systems to be registered with and inspected by the NCSC; if you wish to take a closer look at how this clinic maintains high clinical standards and fulfils its legal obligations, we have produced a Client’s Guide to our services.