Advanced Laser & Light Therapies
At MDI, we utilize the Spectrum Laser Platform by Rohrer Aesthetics to provide physician-directed, clinical-grade skin resurfacing and clearing. This versatile, multi-platform system allows our technicians to target everything from stubborn pigment and unwanted hair to deep-set wrinkles and tattoos with precision and safety.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) | The Photofacial
Best for: Sun damage, rosacea, age spots, and facial redness.
As a powerful, non-invasive light therapy used to treat a wide range of skin conditions, IPL utilizes broad-spectrum light to target specific pigments and vascular structures without damaging the skin's surface. This "gold standard" treatment effectively addresses underlying skin concerns to restore a bright, youthful glow and an even skin tone.
Acne & Congestion: Reducing bacteria and inflammation.
Pigmentation: Fading sun damage, age spots, and "liver spots."
Vascular Concerns: Treating redness, broken capillaries, and rosacea.
Because IPL is a "no-downtime" procedure, it is an ideal choice for patients seeking significant improvement without interrupting their daily schedules.
The number of sessions required depends entirely on the condition being treated and the severity of the skin concern:
For Acne Management: Patients with moderate to severe breakouts often benefit from a consistent treatment plan spanning several months, followed by intermittent maintenance sessions to keep the skin clear and controlled.
For Pigmentation & Sun Damage: Most patients see optimal results after a series of 3–4 treatments.
Maintaining Your Results
Skin health is an ongoing journey. Depending on your level of sun exposure and lifestyle factors, periodic maintenance treatments may be recommended to preserve your clear, even complexion. During your cosmetic consultation, our technicians will discuss your specific needs to ensure IPL is the right fit for your long-term goals.
Fractional Laser | Texture & Tone
Best for: Fine lines, surface scarring, enlarged pores, and overall skin irregularities.
The Fractional laser is a high-precision resurfacing treatment. Think of it as "aerating a lawn" for your skin: just as aeration creates small holes in the soil to allow air and nutrients to reach the roots for a thicker, healthier lawn, our fractional laser creates thousands of microscopic "treatment zones" in the skin.
By leaving the surrounding tissue intact, these tiny channels trigger a rapid healing response that generates fresh, healthy collagen from the inside out—providing deep rejuvenation with significantly less downtime than traditional lasers.
What Does Fractional Resurfacing Address?
By targeting the deeper layers of the dermis, our Fractional laser effectively treats:
Textural Irregularities: Smoothing rough skin and refining "orange peel" texture.
Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Softening the appearance of early signs of aging around the eyes and mouth.
Acne & Surgical Scarring: Breaking down scar tissue to encourage a more uniform skin surface.
Enlarged Pores: Constricting pore size for a more polished, filtered look.
Because this is a "fractional" approach, the skin heals significantly faster than with fully ablative lasers, making it a favorite for patients who want noticeable results with manageable downtime.
Your Treatment Plan
The number of sessions required depends on your specific skin goals and the depth of the concerns being treated:
For General Rejuvenation: Most patients achieve a refreshed, glowing complexion after 1–3 treatments, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.
For Corrective Scarring or Deep Texture: A more robust series of 3–5 treatments may be necessary to achieve the desired level of smoothing and collagen remodeling.
Maintaining Your Results
While the Fractional laser provides long-lasting structural changes to the skin, the natural aging process and environmental factors continue. To preserve your results:
Consistent Sun Protection: UV exposure is the primary enemy of new collagen. Daily SPF is a non-negotiable part of your post-laser routine.
Annual Maintenance: Many patients choose to have a "touch-up" session once a year to keep their skin firm and vibrant.
During your cosmetic consultation, our technicians will perform a detailed skin analysis to determine the precise settings and treatment frequency that will be the right fit for your skin.
Long-Pulsed Yag Laser | Vascular & Vein Therapy
Best for: Spider veins, leg veins, cherry angiomas, and deeper vascular lesions.
While IPL is excellent for surface redness, the Long-Pulsed YAG laser is the gold standard for targeting deeper, more distinct vascular concerns. This laser sends a concentrated beam of light deep into the tissue, where it is absorbed by the hemoglobin in the blood. The vessel is then safely collapsed and naturally absorbed by the body over time, leaving the surrounding skin untouched.
What Does Long-Pulsed YAG Treat?
This precision laser is specifically designed to clear "vascular imperfections" that other treatments may miss, including:
Spider Veins: Effectively collapsing small, visible veins on the legs or face.
Cherry Angiomas: Quickly removing those small, bright red "dots" or bumps on the skin.
Broken Capillaries: Targeting persistent red vessels around the nose and cheeks.
Deep Vascular Lesions: Addressing venous lakes (blue/purple spots often found on the lips).
Because the YAG laser bypasses the surface of the skin to reach the vessel underneath, it provides a safe and highly effective solution for clearer, vein-free skin.
Your Treatment Plan
The number of sessions required depends on the size and depth of the vessels being treated:
For Angiomas and Small Vessels: Many patients see total clearance after just 1–2 treatments.
For Larger Leg Veins: A series of 3–4 treatments spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart is typically recommended to allow the body to fully flush away the treated vessel.
Maintaining Your Results
While the treated veins are permanently removed, the body may develop new ones over time due to genetics, standing for long periods, or aging. To protect your results:
Post-Treatment Compression: For leg vein treatments, wearing compression stockings for a few days can significantly enhance your results.
Healthy Circulation: Maintaining an active lifestyle helps support long-term vascular health.
During your cosmetic consultation, our technicians will assess the depth and color of your vascular concerns to determine if the Long-Pulsed YAG is the right fit for your clinical needs.
Ablative Laser | Deep Resurfacing
Best for: Deep-set wrinkles, advanced sun damage, actinic keratosis, and significant skin laxity.
The Ablative laser is our most transformative skin-clearing treatment. Think of it as "refinishing hardwood floors" for your complexion: just as you would sand away a layer of old, scratched, and weathered wood to reveal the pristine, beautiful grain underneath, our ablative laser precisely removes the damaged outer layers of your skin.
By clearing away years of environmental damage and deep-set aging, this "total reset" allows an entirely new, smooth, and vibrant layer of skin to emerge.
What Does Ablative Resurfacing Address?
Because this treatment works more deeply than fractional or light-based therapies, it is the gold standard for:
Deep Rhytids: Significantly softening "smoker's lines" around the mouth and deep creases around the eyes.
Advanced Photo-Damage: Removing thick, leathery skin caused by decades of sun exposure.
Structural Laxity: Tightening the skin’s surface for a firmer, more lifted appearance.
Pre-Cancerous Lesions: Improving the health and appearance of skin with actinic keratosis.
While this procedure requires a dedicated healing period, the results are the most dramatic of any non-surgical skin treatment available today.
Your Treatment Plan
Due to the intensive nature of ablative resurfacing, most patients achieve their desired results in just one session.
The Healing Process: Unlike our "no-downtime" treatments, you should plan for 7–10 days of social downtime as your skin regenerates.
Long-Term Gains: Because we are physically removing damaged layers and building a new foundation of collagen, the results of a single treatment can last for years.
Maintaining Your Results
After "refinishing" your skin, protecting your investment is crucial:
Strict Sun Avoidance: Your "new" skin will be highly sensitive. Medical-grade SPF and wide-brimmed hats are essential during the first few months.
Clinical Skincare: Following the post-care regimen provided by our technicians is the only way to ensure safe, even healing.
During your cosmetic consultation, our team will perform a thorough evaluation to determine if your skin concerns require this level of correction and if Ablative Resurfacing is the right fit for your lifestyle.
LASER HAIR REMOVAL | PERMANENT REDUCTION
Best for: Unwanted hair on the face, body, and sensitive areas.
At MDI, we use the 810nm Diode laser on the Rohrer Spectrum platform for fast, comfortable, and effective hair removal. Unlike waxing or shaving, laser hair removal targets the follicle itself — disabling it from producing future hair growth for long-lasting smoothness.
How Does It Work?
The diode laser delivers controlled heat directly into the hair follicle, destroying its ability to regrow hair without damaging the surrounding skin. The built-in contact cooling system keeps the treatment comfortable throughout, even on sensitive areas.
After your first session, unwanted hair will begin to thin and gradually shed. Because the laser is most effective on hair in its active growth phase — and not all follicles are in that phase simultaneously — a series of treatments is needed for full results.
What Areas Can Be Treated?
The Spectrum's large spot size and high pulse rate make it efficient for both small and large areas, including:
Face: Upper lip, chin, sideburns
Body: Underarms, arms, legs, back, chest
Sensitive Areas: Bikini line and beyond
Your Treatment Plan
A series of 5–10 treatments spaced several weeks apart is recommended for optimal results.
The Experience: Most patients describe a mild snapping warmth — well tolerated with the built-in cooling system.
Downtime: None. Return to your normal routine immediately.
Results: Permanent reduction in hair growth with long-lasting smoothness after completing your full series.
During your cosmetic consultation, our team will evaluate your hair type, skin tone, and target areas to determine if laser hair removal is the right fit for you.
Laser Tattoo Removal
Whether it's a name, a regret, or just a design you've moved past — tattoo removal at MDI is safe, effective, and performed under the supervision of our board-certified dermatologist. We use the Rohrer Spectrum Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser, the gold standard in tattoo removal. Think of it like shattering a stained-glass window into dust: the laser delivers precise pulses of energy that break tattoo ink into microscopic particles, which your body then naturally filters and eliminates over time.
What Tattoos Can We Treat?
The Spectrum uses dual wavelengths (1064nm and 532nm) to treat a wide range of tattoo pigments and ink colors — making it effective on both dark and multicolored ink.
Dark Inks (black, blue, green): Most responsive to treatment and typically clear the fastest
Bright Inks (red, orange, yellow): Addressed with the 532nm wavelength
Multicolor Tattoos: The dual-wavelength system allows us to target multiple pigments in one platform
Your Treatment Plan
Multiple treatments spaced several weeks apart are required for optimal results, as the body needs time between sessions to filter the broken-down ink particles. The total number of sessions depends on the size, age, color complexity, and depth of your tattoo.
The Experience: Each session feels like a snapping sensation against the skin — well-tolerated by most patients. Sessions are typically brief depending on tattoo size.
Downtime: Minimal. Some redness and swelling in the treated area is normal and resolves quickly.
Results: Gradual fading with each session, with many patients achieving significant clearance or complete removal.
During your cosmetic consultation, our team will evaluate your tattoo and give you a realistic treatment timeline based on your specific ink and skin type.