Laser Treatments in NYC
Your dermatologist chooses the device
and the setting for your skin.
Which Laser Is
Right for You?
Lasers and energy devices treat redness, pigment, texture and loose skin by delivering controlled energy to precise layers of the skin. Your doctor looks at your skin and your goals first, then picks the device, or the combination, favoring treatments with clinical studies behind them. We are conservative by design, because an aggressive laser can worsen inflammation or pigment.
Texture
Profractional LaserAcne scars and deep texture, as part of a scar plan
Fraxel Dual LaserSun damage, brown spots, rough texture and fine lines
Clear + BrilliantDullness, uneven tone, texture and early sun damage
SkinPen MicroneedlingAcne scars, rough texture and fine lines, with no heat
Ready when you are.
Pigment & Redness
- Fraxel Dual LaserSun damage, brown spots, rough texture and fine lines
VbeamRosacea redness and flushing, broken capillaries and red spots on the face
AlexandriteIndividual sun spots and age spots on the face, hands and chest
IPLSun spots and diffuse redness treated together; not for melasma
Hair Removal
Laser Hair RemovalUnwanted dark hair on the face and body, on light to dark skin
“Settings are what make a laser careful or not. I choose the device and the depth for your skin, and when pigment is a risk, I start gently and build.”
How Long Do Laser Results Last?
Compare Lasers and Devices
Each device does a different job. Any device not in this table is listed above, by concern. Which of them, if any, you need is a question for your doctor.
| Device | Best for | Results last | Downtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| UltherapyFocused ultrasound | Early sagging of the brow, under the chin and neck, in a face that still has its volume | Can last a year or more | None; brief redness or swelling possible |
| VbeamPulsed dye laser | Rosacea redness and flushing, broken capillaries and red spots on the face | Not a cure; maintenance about once a year, sometimes twice | Depends on your settings; a red spot can turn purple for a few days |
| Fraxel Dual LaserNon-ablative fractional laser, 1550 nm and 1927 nm | Sun damage, brown spots, rough texture and fine lines | With sunscreen and skincare; pigment may need upkeep | Shorter than ablative lasers; a few days of redness and peeling |
| Clear + BrilliantThe gentler laser in the Fraxel family | Dullness, uneven tone, texture and early sun damage | Months, depending on your skin and sun protection | Little to none; redness usually settles in 12 to 24 hours |
| Profractional LaserAblative fractional erbium laser | Acne scars and deep texture, as part of a scar plan | Yearly upkeep, per Sciton, its maker | Depends on depth; the skin must heal |
| SkinPen MicroneedlingMicroneedling, often with PRP | Acne scars, rough texture and fine lines, with no heat | Collagen keeps building; upkeep a few times a year | 1 to 3 days of redness |
| IPLIntense pulsed light | Sun spots and diffuse redness treated together; not for melasma | Not permanent; sunscreen helps keep the result | Little from the light itself; skip the sun after |
| AlexandriteQ-switched laser (Alex TriVantage) | Individual sun spots and age spots on the face, hands and chest | As long as you protect your skin; pigment can return | Depends on the area and the number of spots |
| Laser Hair RemovalSplendor X laser | Unwanted dark hair on the face and body, on light to dark skin | A lasting reduction; occasional maintenance | Little; skin can feel a little raw for a few days |
| Morpheus8RF microneedling | Loosening skin and uneven texture on the jawline, neck and face, and loose skin on the abdomen | Varies; maintenance planned with you | 4 to 5 days of pink, slightly bumpy skin |
| SecretRFGentler RF microneedling | Thin, crepey skin around the eyes and mouth, fine lines, acne scars and stretch marks | Varies; maintenance planned with you | A few days of pink, slightly bumpy skin |
| AccufitMuscle stimulation | Toning and strengthening the muscles of the abdomen, arms, thighs and buttocks | Not established; maintenance advised by your doctor | None; muscles may be tender 1 to 3 days |
In Our Patients’ Words
“I’ve been a patient of Dr. Idriss since 2019, before she opened her private practice. She never rushes appointments and always takes time to explain everything, answering all my questions. She’s mindful of my budget and tailors treatments for the best results. Dr. Idriss and her team are warm, caring, and go above and beyond to make patients feel comfortable. The care here is highly personalized and exceptional—I cannot recommend this office enough and will remain a patient for many years.”
Amy R.
Bryant Park, New York
Your Dermatologists
Your dermatologist chooses the device and the setting for your skin, and will tell you when a different treatment, or none, would serve you better.
Founder
Dr. Shereene Idriss
Candid advice, subtle results.
Board-certified, Practicing since 2013
Dermatologic Surgeon
Dr. Juliya Fisher
Trained to work in millimeters.
Double Board-certified, Columbia Mohs fellowship
Both doctors share one philosophy, so either is a good place to start. Book online with Dr. Fisher, or call (212) 612-1520 for Dr. Idriss.