Hair Loss Treatment Geelong
In Geelong, Alma Impact TED is exclusive to RiverEnd Aesthetics for treating hair loss. The Alma Impact TED (trans-epidermal delivery) device is a brand new treatment system in Australia allowing pain-free, needle-free delivery of topical medications and cosmeceuticals into the skin with no downtime or recovery period required.
The Impact device uses Alma patented ultrasound technology and acoustic pressure changes to create tiny micro-channels in the skin. Coupled with topical growth factors such as exosomes, the Impact device is the latest in cutting-edge technology for hair restoration.
Treatment sessions take 15-20 minutes to perform and do not require topical anaesthetic creams beforehand.
Initial consultation is required to assess your skin needs and discuss your full medical history.
An initial course of 6-12 sessions are generally recommended, and maintenance treatments are required.
What areas can be treated for Hair Loss?
Scalp
The Alma Impact TED device is primarily used to create micro-channels in the scalp to deliver exosomes for enhanced hair restoration in areas with thinning hair.
Facial Hair
Thinning or patchy beards and small areas of alopecia on the face can be treated with the Alma Impact TED device, in conjunction with exosomes.
Facial Skin Treatments
Applying exosomes with the Alma Impact TED device after an invasive skin treatment with the Opus Plasma device or injectable skin boosters (eg Rejuran) can help to minimise downtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Alma Impact TED work to treat hair loss?
The ALMA Impact TED (Trans-Epidermal Delivery) is an ultra-low frequency, non-focussed ultrasound device that combines sound waves and air pressure vibrations to create microscopic channels in the skin. This allows us to deliver topical medications and cosmeceuticals into the deeper layers of the skin, without having to use needles. The ultrasound handpiece also works to increase blood flow to the treatment area, improving the uptake of the topical serums being utilised. By applying exosomes with the Impact TED device, the treatment stimulates dormant hair follicles to produce thicker, stronger, and healthier hair.
How it works:
- Ultrasound technology: Alma Impact TED utilises ultrasound waves that create momentary, microscopic disruptions in the skin’s outer layer. This process improves the skin’s ability to absorb topical agents applied during the treatment.
- Facilitated delivery: The temporary disruptions increase skin permeability, allowing for better delivery of cosmeceuticals into the deeper layers of the skin. This process is intended to enhance the effects of topical serums such as exosomes.
- Comfortable and non-invasive: Alma Impact TED is non-invasive and well-tolerated by a wide range of skin types. Patients may choose this option if they prefer a non-needle-based approach to enhancing the efficacy of topical treatments.
Results
How many treatments will I need?
What are the benefits of Alma Impact TED treatment?
Alma Impact TED treatments are pain-free and require no anaesthetic. There are no needles, unlike other hair-restoration treatments. There is no downtime and no recovery period.
What does a hair loss treatment involve?
An Impact TED treatment is quick and easy. Simply arrive at the clinic with clean, dry skin/hair in the intended treatment areas, and your doctor will apply the ultrasound and exosomes. The procedure typically takes 15-20 minutes depending on the number and size of treatment areas.
The only contraindications to treatment are active inflammatory skin conditions or infections in the treatment areas.
What hair concerns does Alma Impact TED treat?
The Alma Impact TED device helps to deliver topical medications and cosmeceuticals into the deeper layers of the skin. Usually, the device is used to treat hair loss (alopecia) on the scalp and face. Treatments with exosomes can also be added on to the end of an Opus Plasma skin resurfacing procedure or injections with Rejuran polynucleotides in order to minimise downtime due to the powerful anti-inflammatory effects.
Does it hurt and is there any downtime?
There is no downtime and treatments are completely pain free.
Are there side effects? What can I expect after a treatment?
After treatment the skin might feel warm and look pink/red – this is normal, and should only last a few hours. Rarely, patients can experience tinnitus (ringing in the ears) for a few hours after treatment.
Theoretically, the Impact TED device could cause burns to the skin if used incorrectly and applied with settings that are too high for too long. At RiverEnd our doctors are trained professionals and highly experienced cosmetic practitioners.
What precautions should I take pre- and post-treatment?
There are no specific instructions before or after treatment, given there are no needles involved and no real risks of infection. We do ask that patients arrive with clean, dry hair/skin in the treatment areas, and avoid washing the areas until the day after a treatment session.
Is the Alma Impact TED device TGA approved?
The Alma Impact TED device is approved by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), but it is not specifically approved for transdermal delivery of topical cosmeceuticals. In America, the same device is FDA approved for transdermal delivery of topical therapeutic and cosmetic compounds.
Book a consultation with Dr. Libby Buchholz today.
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