Glacial Rx™ in Newport Beach, CA

Age spots are flat spots on the skin that can be tan, brown, or black in color. Age spots are also known as sun spots or liver spots. They are benign lesions and not dangerous, but they can be bothersome to many patients. 

Age spots aren’t always avoidable, but you can take steps to help prevent them or slow the process of getting sun spots by limiting sun exposure and using sunscreen. UV rays from the sun prompt the skin to produce more melanin, which leads to hyperpigmentation. 

Age spots can be difficult to treat since melanin is hidden in the base layer of the skin. While topical creams are often used to treat age spots, they can be harsh and cause redness or further inflammation of the skin. This is because they are trying to access the base of the epidermis which they have limited access to. 
Laser treatments are sometimes used to treat age spots as well, but they can be expensive and painful. Lasers also require more downtime for healing to occur. The skin may be red and inflamed for days or weeks after some laser treatments. 
Glacial Rx™ is a non-invasive treatment that uses cooling technology to target age spots at the source. It is currently the best and most cost-effective age spot treatment on the market today.

Cryo Modulation is a revolutionary technology that uses the power of cold to suppress melanin production. The cooling process also delivers benefits such as a reduction in redness and inflammation. Cryomodulation accelerates exfoliation and brightens the skin. 

Glacial Rx™ has been shown to improve 91-93% of treated areas by the two-month mark following treatment. Patients looking for age spot treatments should work with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can expertly provide this treatment in order to achieve the best results possible.  

You can expect your age spots to fade in about one month following treatment. It generally takes several weeks for the new skin cells to replace old epidermal cells. The doctor may recommend more than one treatment, especially if the spots are darker or if you are looking to treat a larger area. 

Yes. Glacial Rx™ is a safe and FDA-approved procedure that has been studied in over 600 individuals during clinical studies. While there are no serious risks, side effects may include redness, transient darkening, and crusting. If they occur, these side effects resolve over time on their own.

Because Glacial Rx™ slows melanin production, age spots are slow to return. While sun exposure can cause melanin production to recur, there are steps you can take to slow this process.
Consistently using sunscreen, minimizing exposure to the sun, wearing protective clothing (including hats and sunglasses), and maintaining an ongoing skin care routine can help results last a long time. Patients can safely be treated with Glacial Rx™ an unlimited number of times. 

Glacial Rx™ can be used anywhere on the body to treat dark spots on the skin. 

Glacial Rx™ has the best results on Fitzpatrick Skin Types 1-3. 

Choosing the right plastic surgeon for Glacial Rx™ in Newport Beach is perhaps the most important step in the process. In Orange County, Dr. Goretti Ho Taghva is the first surgeon to provide this treatment. 
Do your own research by reading reviews from other patients who have gotten Glacial Rx™. Look at before and after photos and don’t hesitate to ask the surgeon about their expertise with this treatment during the consultation. Make sure you and your surgeon are on the same page about your skin goals.