The BBL treatment pulses light energy over the treated area, which can feel like a warm rubber band against your skin. We prioritize your comfort throughout the treatment. The procedure is gentle, noninvasive, and safe. Generally, there is no need for a topical anesthetic; however, your physician may choose to use it on more sensitive areas.
Number of Treatments Recommended:
3 to 5 initially; 2 to 4 annually as maintenance
Recovery Time & Side Effects:
No Downtime
Results:
Varies
Procedure Time:
45 to 60 minutes
What it Treats:
BBL, or Broadband Light, laser treatments use light energy to diminish signs of sun damage, acne, redness, fine lines, and more.
BBL targets pigment in the skin and stimulates new collagen production.
At Copper Aesthetics, our providers will evaluate your skin with our Visia Skin Analysis during your initial consultation to curate a custom treatment plan using broadband light therapy in Traverse City.
How the Treatment Works
BBL treatments use a broad spectrum of wavelengths to target your skin’s underlying layers. Your skin absorbs this light energy, which promotes collagen production and eliminates pigmented (darker) skin cells. You can expect to see visible changes to your skin within a few days or weeks after receiving broadband light therapy in Traverse City at Copper Aesthetics.
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Broadband Light Therapy FAQs
Many patients are good candidates for BBL, the best candidates are those who desire a smoother, more even skin tone and texture.
Any area of your body can be treated. The most common areas are those most exposed to the damaging effects of sunlight, like the face, neck, back of the hands, chest, and shoulders.
Most patients need a series of 3 treatments for optimal results. The number of treatments needed will vary from patient to patient, and your physician will personalize a treatment plan based on the level of improvement you desire.
You may experience some redness that should resolve within a few hours. For some pigmented lesions, you will see a darkening of the treated areas followed by fading and flaking off at a later stage. Your treated skin will feel smoother, fine lines and pores will be less noticeable, and sunspots or uneven pigmentation will fade.
This is a noninvasive and gentle procedure with virtually no downtime. In most cases, you are able to return to work, apply makeup, and resume most of your activities immediately.
It is important to follow your physician’s instructions. You may be given some skin care products and instructions on how to use them. You will be sensitive to ultraviolet light, and you must avoid direct sun exposure until completely healed. Fully cover your skin or use a good sunscreen whenever you go outdoors.
About Copper Aesthetics
Copper Aesthetics is Northern Michigan’s only aesthetic medical spa backed by an award-winning, board-certified plastic surgeon—Dr. Jeffries. Along with The Center for Plastic Surgery, our practice offers comprehensive treatments to meet your individual goals and budget.