Laser, for Dr. Tea Osterc Diwersy, is the best form of skin treatment because it does not cause anything “unnatural.”
She explains, “Our skin, when we are young, changes itself every 20 days or so. We always have living cells and then on top we have dead cells. The cells shed off, which is why we do exfoliations and peelings. And when we get older, we have a lot more of this layer of dead cells so the skin is likely to feel rough to the touch, dry. It doesn’t keep moisture like before.
“So, with laser, when we do peelings or fractional laser or micro laser coring, we are causing the peeling of these dead cells. This is what gives it this more refreshed look. We improve the skin barrier so it can keep moisture better, then we promote collagen so it will tighten back the skin so it will have this nice glow, nice texture again, feel soft to the touch and it will feel healthier — the whole skin.
“So that’s why by using laser, you cannot do anything unnatural because you are not putting anything in. We are simply encouraging the skin to heal itself.”
Over an intimate lunch at Sala restaurant in Makati City recently, the Belo Medical Group headed by its founder and medical director Dr. Victoria “Vicki” Belo unveiled what is touted to be the most advanced laser machine today.
The Fotona Dynamis NX, now exclusively available at BeloNEXA, the newest Belo clinic in One Ayala, is “the first ever laser micro-coring in the Philippines,” Dr. Belo says.
Laser micro-coring removes little cores of tissue from the face which can give a face lifting effect and remove acne scars.
Microcoring was explained by Dr. Diwersy, who said Fotona NX’s advanced skin rejuvenating procedure helps reduce wrinkles, tighten the skin, remodel scars and improve skin texture.
In fact, this “revolutionary, multi-application laser system designed for advanced aesthetic and dermatological treatments” can address over a hundred skin and body issues. What excites the Belo Medical doctors is that the machine offers not only precision, but also comfort and safety.
A comfortable experience is promised with the machine’s CoolMist™ skin cooling and Dynamic Vacuum Technology. Advanced features enable “maximum results with minimal downtime.” Of course, as Dr. Belo emphasized, it is important to know that the medical team at Belo have tried the machine and are most capable in administering the variety of treatments using the Fotona NX.
Currently, as stated in the company’s website, Fotona NX has 18 procedure options to choose from, depending on the needs/goals of the patient and the recommendation of the doctor upon consultation.