| Q |
Does it hurt? |
| A |
Local anaesthetic can be applied prior to treatments but is not always necessary. |
| Q |
Are there any side effects? |
| A |
Heat damage is kept to a minimum unlike standard resurfacing so there is only the smallest discomfort with the treatment. The skin recovers quickly with mild redness for a couple of days and possibly some minor scabbing, which quickly disappears. |
| Q |
How long does treatment take? |
| A |
SmartXide is one of a number of ‘lunchtime’ treatments available from Snowberry Clinic. Usually a course of treatments are required two to four weeks apart. |
| Q |
How long will the effects of the treatment last? |
| A |
The SmartXide treatment causes a rapid tightening of the skin reduces blemishes and softens irregularities and scarring . It also stimulates collagen production, giving the skin a plumper look and feel. The collagen produced helps to prolong the effects of the treatment, and gives a more even result. |
