When the burn has been superficial, the skin usually regenerates and therefore there are no scars or only changes in coloration. For this type of burns, at Hoogstra Medical Centers we only use the Helios laser to improve the texture and color of the lesion.
When the burn has affected the entire skin, there are raised scars and tissue retraction.
How to remove scars?
The word Laser comes from the English Light: it amplifies, stimulates and radiates. This light is transformed into heat, which vaporizes the scars on high, lowering their thickness and aesthetically improving the burned tissue.
The Fractionated Carbon Dioxide Laser produces multiple perforations of the burned tissue resulting in a new generation and tissue remodeling.
The combination of the Carbon Dioxide Laser in its superficial and deep ablative modality, produces surprising changes in burn scars. These changes on the surface are seen as a flattening of the tissue and in the depth as a stimulation and a remodeling.
Recovery
Carbon dioxide laser treatment usually produces redness and edema that last from 2 weeks to a month, depending on the intensity and energy used. We do not see this effect when we carry out the treatment with the Erbium Lotus laser, the patient immediately continues with his normal life.
The Laser Lotus produces a slow and gradual improvement of all raised scars, improving the texture and quality of the tissue.
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Price of the treatment of Scars with Lotus Laser
Para el cálculo del precio del tratamiento se requiere una evaluación previa con el Dr.Ricardo Hoogstra. El costo de la consulta es de $30,000 pesos, los cuales serán reintegrados si el paciente se realiza el tratamiento.
The number of sessions depends on the extent of the burned tissue and the type of scar that exists. Sessions can be held every 15 days.
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A lipoma consists of a slow-growing lump of fat that usually sits between the skin and the underlying muscle layer. He Dr. Ricardo Hoogstra I develop a technique to remove lipomas through minimal incisions with Laser technology.
What are lipomas and why do they come out?
Lipomas are benign tumors made up of the proliferation of subcutaneous cellular tissue. These se can present in any part of the body. They turn out soft to the touch and generally painless and soft in consistency. Regarding its appearance sThey are usually small, although sometimes they become large.
Where do they appear?
In hands, feet and on the chest wall, mainly. They can also appear on the face. They can also be in the oral mucosa, although they are not common.
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How to remove lipomas ?: Laser solution
The treatment of these tumors, historically, was always surgical. Today lasers with wavelength 980 nm, 1064 nm give us a new therapeutic modality. The light energy of the FOX laser is transmitted through a 1 mm fiber that is introduced percutaneously through the skin.
This procedure does not leave scars, there are no wounds to suture and the patient's recovery is much faster.
The mechanism of action is caloric, the light energy of the laser transforms fat cells of lipoma into oil, which is aspirated or drained through the minimum incision through which the laser fiber was introduced.
How is the removal of lipomas?
Price of lipoma treatment without surgery
To send a quote an evaluation of Dr. Ricardo Hoogstra is required. The value of the query is $30,000 pesos
If you later decide to carry out the treatment, this value will be deducted from the total amount.
Procedures facilities and security
In addition to having state-of-the-art medical equipment, we have a complete surgical unit and recovery and hospitalization rooms. The modern surgical room It is equipped with high-level technology and assisted by nurses and instructors specialized in this type of intervention.
The clinic has the approval of the Secretary of Public Health.
Doubts and queries
If you have any medical questions, send an email to
[email protected] . In this mail Only medical consultations will be received. Inquiries about shifts, payments and administrative issues are not attended.
If you have questions about the amount of the surgery You can send an email
The symmetric multiple lipomatosis It is a rare disease that presents the symmetrical growth of lipomas (fatty tumors) in areas such as; neck, chest, arms and shoulders. The signs and symptoms vary greatly from person to person. In general, the accumulation of fatty tissue increases over time and can lead to difficulties in mobility of the neck and a greater perception of pain. The lipomas they can cause physical deformity and peripheral neuropathy, when they compress a nerve. In most cases, the disease does not cause cancer; however, in very rare cases, lipomas can become cancerous.
It is a condition characterized by the appearance of multiple lipomas on the trunk and extremities. They usually occur in more than one family member. Lipomas, although they are not very painful, aesthetically and functionally affect the person who has them. Patients with multiple lipomatosis generally received some type of surgical treatment and present unsightly scars, which is why they hesitate to continue with the removal of the rest.
Symmetrical multiple lipomatosis treatment
He Dr. Ricardo Hoogstra developed a technique that allows the removal of lipomas leaving minimal scars. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia, sometimes associated with sedation.
Many lipomas can be removed in a single intervention, sometimes reaching more than 30. Frequently, the removal of multiple lipomas in a single session is requested by foreign patients who travel to the country for the sole purpose of performing this treatment.
Length of stay in Buenos Aires for this type of procedure: 48 hours. Patients can immediately continue their activity. It is recommended to use compressive lycra garments and elastic bands.
Patient experience: before and after
Treatment price
To send a quote an evaluation of Dr. Ricardo Hoogstra is required. The value of the query is $30,000 pesos
If you later decide to carry out the treatment, this value will be deducted from the total amount.
Procedures facilities and security
In addition to having state-of-the-art medical equipment, we have a complete surgical unit and recovery and hospitalization rooms. The modern surgical room It is equipped with high-level technology and assisted by nurses and instructors specialized in this type of intervention.
The clinic has the approval of the Secretary of Public Health.
Doubts and queries
If you have any medical questions, send an email to
[email protected] . In this mail Only medical consultations will be received. Inquiries about shifts, payments and administrative issues are not attended.
If you have questions about the amount of the surgery You can send an email
They are benign tumors that form mainly in regions of folds such as the neck, armpits, groin, eyelids, and submammary folds.
At Hoogstra Medical Centers we have several types of lasers that allow us to treat these tumors effectively, quickly, painlessly and with immediate recovery.
What are skin tags?
Skin tags are not warts, they are fibroepithelial polyps or pedunculated papules. They are soft in consistency and can be white or dark and usually present in the 50 % of people over 50 years of age. Skin tags are not viral in origin and are therefore not contagious. The treatment is solely for aesthetic purposes.
What is the cause?
There is not enough research to determine the causes of skin tags. Despite this, they are common with age. They are also common in people who have diabetes and in people who are overweight. They are also hereditary.
Remove skin tags with Erbium Laser treatment
The laser used in our medical centers produces microperforation fractions keeping the skin around these perforations intact. This allows the skin that receives these perforations to regenerate (heal) from the outside to the inside, improving the skin more quickly, and with less risk of deep injury. It enters the skin generating an increase in temperature and, consequently, the production of collagen is stimulated.
In one session many injuries can be eliminated, after each session you can immediately continue with your activity.
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Treatment price
The cost of query dermatological is from $10,000 pesos, if you. carry out the treatment then the value of the consultation will be discounted.
Cost per session for treatment Acrocordones Laser: $ 50.000 the session.
This procedure is performed by dermatologists at the 3 centers. You can take your turn online with the dermatologists at any of our branches and attend directly to carry out a treatment.
Doubts and queries
If you have any medical questions, send an email to
[email protected] . In this mail Only medical consultations will be received. Inquiries about shifts, payments and administrative issues are not attended.
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The typical presentation of acne is the appearance of open and closed comedones. They can be added later inflammatory lesions like papules or pustules. When healing, injuries can leave scars over-raised or depressed.
Studies indicate a high correlation between acne, low self-esteem, shame, anxiety, depression, and social disorders, particularly social isolation.
Acute acne should be taken seriously and not allowed to progress. It can be stopped and damage to the skin and psyche can be avoided.
Types of acne
Comedonic acne
It is characterized by the presence of open comedones, classic black dots. Closed comedones with a barely noticeable hole are also observed, which are elements of 1 to 3 mm. diameter, white surface, covered by epidermis. Both lesions form the basis of acne, from which subsequent inflammatory phenomena occur.
Acne Papule - Pustular
It is characterized by the presence of papules, from 1 to 5 mm. in diameter, red and pustules.
Cystic acne
Nodules that are inflammatory lesions larger than 5 mm are seen. in diameter and cysts. The nodules are formed when the inflammation occurs at a deeper level and iInvolves various hair follicles. These tend to leave scars.
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Causes
The pilosebaceous unit is made up of the hair follicle and the gland (Figure 1). Acne is caused by obstruction of the Pilosebaceous unit. This obstruction retains sebum produced by the sebaceous gland and keratinized cells of the hair follicle. Excess sebum production usually begins around
FIGURE 1 - Diagram of the pilosebaceous unit
the nine years of age stimulated by a greater production of adrenal androgens, and is accompanied by a higher rate of desquamation of the squamous epithelium that covers the interior of the follicle. In this way, the follicular ostium (the entrance of the follicle) is obstructed first microscopically (microcomedón).
As sebum production continues, the follicle widens until it forms the basic acne lesion: the comedone. The oxidation of the fat that makes up the comedo darkens it, acquiring the usual appearance of the "black spot".
If the broadening of the follicular ostium is proportionally less than the broadening of the interior of the follicle, the plug is not visible and the lesion is visualized on the skin as a "white point".
1. This obstruction favors the proliferation of the bacterium Propionibacterium acnes, which contributes to trigger the inflammatory process of the tissues involved, mediated by immune cells: CD4 T lymphocytes and neutrophils, which infiltrate the area and cause disruption of the follicular wall , causing the content of the follicle (lipids, cellular components and bacteria) to spread to the surrounding dermis.
2. The composition of the sebum, which contains a large amount of free fatty acids, together with keratin, contribute to the inflammatory process.
3. The local inflammatory response is accentuated with the mediators released in this process: cytokines, peptides and others, causing the appearance of papules. Greater inflammation leads to the formation of pustules, and its extension leads to the formation of cysts.
FIGURE 3 - Lotus II. Zoom handpiece. 2mm spot
4. The nodules form when the inflammation occurs at a deeper level and involves several hair follicles. These tend to leave scars.
Is the Lotus II Laser effective on all types of acne?
In cystic and pustular acne, a 1 to 2 mm zoom handpiece is used first, with which all cysts and / or pustules are perforated. This facilitates the drainage of the content, generating a bactericidal effect and allowing the penetration of drugs. Figure 4 shows the effect of the Lotus II with a 2mm zoom handpiece. You can see in the central and lower part of the sample, the absence of tissue produced by laser drilling and the collagen contraction around it.
FIGURE 4 - Lotus II. Zoom handpiece. 2mm spot
These Histopathological studies were carried out by Dr. Cristina Corbella, Dermatopathologist. This treatment is fast, painless and with quick recovery. It has no contraindications or adverse effects. Its application hardly produces a slight redness and does not leave inflammations or bruises. The patient withdraws as soon as the session ends, allowing his immediate social and occupational reintegration. These treatments can be performed throughout the year, even in summer, with the sole precaution of adequate photoprotection.
Another technology that is revolutionizing the treatment of acute acne is the Scarlet, novel radio frequency with micro needles.
Patient testimonial
Acne with Lotus Laser
Yesterday I started acne treatment with Lotus. I am waiting for the results, but I saw the videos of previous treatments and I am sure it will work. The attention is excellent. I am attending the Hoogstra de Caballito clinic with Dr. Elena Placenti, a very good professional.
Bethlehem Palatnik
Warts and acne
Very good attention, excellent professionals, I was treated for a wart on my neck and it was removed with a laser at the moment and without pain. I also treated myself for a case of stubborn acne on my back and they gave me treatment with antibiotics and lotion that cured me after suffering from this disease for years. I attended at the Belgrano headquarters that is opposite the Plaza de Barrancas. I did the treatment with Dr. Belén Salvaneschi.
Ricardo Maidana
Acne Acne Back and Shoulder Treatment
My name is Veronica, I am 34 years old, I suffer from acne, specifically on my back and shoulders, due to an endocrinological problem. I have hyperandrogenism and that makes my sebaceous glands work harder ... I tried thousands of creams, cosmetics treatments and birth control pills to treat me ... none caused the effect that I am having with the Laser Lotus II
Acne: Before and After
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Acne treatment
Laser lotus
Through the Light energy of Laser lotus They manage to drain purulent lesions and improve the quality of the skin.
Patients report that they quickly see improvements in the quality of the skin and restore their confidence and self-esteem.
cost
lotus acne $30.000 la sesión
Lotus acne with lesion drainage $35.000 la sesión
Ultrasound
Cost of this facial procedure: $1,500 (VAT not included). It is performed by Dr. Hoogstra with prior evaluation.
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Intense pulsed light
Cost: $20.000.
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