| Issues | Target areas / Objectives |
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| Severe skin aging |
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| Altered texture |
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| Precancerous lesions |
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| Looking for visible, lasting results |
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| Aspect | Details |
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| Recovery time |
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| Risk management |
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| Criteria | Contour TRL (Er:YAG) | Laser CO₂ |
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| Technology | More recent, designed to optimize results with fewer side effects | Older, but still used in certain cases |
| Laser type | Erbium:YAG (2940 nm) | Carbon dioxide (10,600 nm) |
| Mode of action | Adjustable ablative laser with ultra-precise depth control (to the nearest micron) | Ablative laser with less precise penetration depth, higher risk of residual heat |
| Residual heat | Very low → less thermal damage to surrounding tissue | High → more collateral thermal damage |
| Precision | Extreme precision thanks to independent control of ablation and coagulation | Less precise: depth due to thermal diffusion |
| Security | Lower risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and scarring | Higher risk of hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation or scarring, especially on darker skins |
| Ideal customers | Patients seeking overall rejuvenation without prolonged downtime | Patients requiring deep correction in a single treatment |
The cost varies according to the area treated, the depth of treatment and the desired objectives. As a guide, a treatment can start at around $1,500 for a targeted area. At DBDJ, we believe that a personalized treatment plan is essential to accurately assess your needs and provide you with the most appropriate advice. That's why we're pleased to offer you a free initial consultation, during which we'll develop a customized treatment plan and provide you with a detailed cost estimate.
There are a number of contraindications, some of which are listed below.
The interval depends on the depth of treatment:
The sensation varies according to the depth of treatment. For light treatments, an anaesthetic cream is generally sufficient for good comfort. For deeper treatments, a local anaesthetic or nerve block may be suggested. Patients often describe a sensation of intense heat or tingling during treatment, followed by a sunburn-like sensation for a few hours.
- Simple appointment booking, online or by phone
- Attentive welcome with file update
- Complimentary coffee or ionized water on arrival
- Meeting in a dedicated room with a qualified professional
- Complete consultation: health, expectations, budget, etc.
- Personalized treatment plan with cost estimate
- Application of anaesthetic cream 45 min before your treatment or nerve block
- Treatment in a safe and comfortable environment
- Initial advice and reminder sheet
- Regular follow-up appointments according to treatment plan
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