Halo

Treatment with the revolutionary Halo laser provides a virtual fountain of youth.

As we age and our face starts showing those subtle signs of lost youth -- fine lines, age spots, enlarged pores, rough texture -- we begin searching for ways to restore that youthful glow we used to love seeing in the mirror.

You’ve most likely considered different avenues for revitalizing your sprightly appearance, but maybe you were worried about the amount of downtime it would require, or even the effectiveness of seemingly outdated lasers and procedures.

Your reservations left you lacking that healthy glow you desire. But now your reservations -- along with your skin’s irregularities -- will fade almost effortlessly with Dr. Karam’s new, state-of-the-art Halo laser in San Diego treatments.

The Halo laser stands alone in the world of laser treatments. Upon receiving and using the Halo for the first time, Dr. Karam proclaimed, “I am honestly blown away by this treatment! This is probably the best treatment for skin rejuvenation I have ever seen.”

Understanding Halo’s Advantages As A Hybrid Fractional Laser

In the past, laser procedures weren’t effective because their treatments were either too shallow or too deep. The Halo laser strikes straight to the source, eliminating years of skin damage swiftly and almost effortlessly. Halo combines deep dermal rejuvenation with epidermal renewal for a combined effect that trumps nearly every other procedure. The advantages of Halo are seemingly limitless. No matter your qualm or worry, Halo can fix it. Brown discolorations from sun damage are wiped away, uneven skin tone becomes uniform, harsh aged texture fades to smoothness, fine lines and wrinkles disappear and that youthful glow flushes the cheeks once more. Halo even reduces pore size and count, a result you’ll be hard-pressed to find with other treatments.

Halo is completely customizable, meaning the treatment you receive was made for you alone. The customization of Halo allows the laser to target very specific areas and alleviate every pesky sign of aging. Halo is highly versatile, among many other laser treatments designed to revitalize your complexion.

Before & After

View Gallery

How Much Downtime Do I Need?

Your HALO laser treatment is a completely customized laser treatment with minimal downtime. Downtime time will be discussed with you in the office.

Your provider will discuss the settings and how deep the laser can penetrate for varied results. Downtime can vary based on how deep you and your provider choose for it to be. You will experience mild swelling from days 1- 2 following your treatment as well as micro-crusting on days 3-7.

During the healing process, it will be important to keep your skin very well hydrated and recommendations for facial serums will be provided by our staff to keep your skin well hydrated. Oxygenetix makeup which is sold in our office can be worn during the healing process.

How do I Prepare for Halo?

If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that this treatment could contribute to a recurrence. Antiviral prescription medication will be prescribed which you should begin taking the day prior to your Halo treatment to prevent an outbreak.
No one who has taken the medication Accutane or its generic forms within the last year may have this procedure.
No one on anti-coagulants may have this procedure.
If you choose to take oral pain medication for the Halo procedure, please have a responsible driver available to take you home.
Individuals with darker pigmented skin types (i.e. Asian or Hispanic descent) may be required to pretreat their skin 4-6 weeks prior to their Halo laser in San Diego treatment. (Post-treatment may be required for these skin types, as well.).

What Conditions Can Be Treated with Halo?

Age spots
Fine lines and wrinkles
Discoloration
Enlarged pores
Rough texture

How Many Treatments Will I Need?

Unlike traditional laser treatments, which require four to seven sessions, you’ll achieve your desired results with just one to three treatments in the privacy and comfort of our San Diego offices.

What Should I Expect the Day of the Procedure?

You may experience mild to moderate discomfort during and/or following the Halo procedure. For this reason, topical lidocaine will be applied 45 minutes prior to treatment to numb the surface of the skin. Additional oral medication will be made available to those individuals who have a designated driver for maximum comfort if desired.

Schedule A Consultation

Carmel Valley Plastic Surgery - Dr. Karam Gallery media

What Should I Expect Following the Procedure?

A sunburn-like feeling is expected directly following the treatment and can be minimized by delicately applying a cool compress to the treated area. This burning sensation tends to dissipate within an hour or two following treatment.

Pinpoint bleeding may occur and is not uncommon or worrisome. Surface redness is expected and may increase in intensity through the third or fourth day following treatment.

Edema (swelling) is a side effect that may be minimized by keeping the treated area elevated/upright. In cases of extreme swelling, a steroid may be prescribed for a three-day treatment course.

Usually starting on days two and three, tiny bronze spots called MENDS (microscopic epidermal necrotic debris) will begin to surface on the skin. Itching and a sandpaper-like texture may accompany these spots.

It is very important NOT TO EXFOLIATE OR PICK AT these mends, as scarring or pigmentation complications may occur if the skin is not allowed to heal on its own.

Sunscreen is a requirement and should be used daily to avoid unwanted side effects. You may start using Oxygenetics mineral makeup immediately following the Halo procedure, and can safely continue your normal workout regimen 24 hours post-treatment.

When Should I Expect to See Results?

Although treatment goals and individual results may vary, most patients notice significant improvement within a week of their San Diego laser treatment. As collagen formation and healing increase with time, results continue to improve.

Carmel Valley Plastic Surgery - Dr. Karam Banner media

How do I Maintain my Results?

After your Halo laser procedure at Dr. Karam’s San Diego practice, a barrier cream will be applied to the treated area to maintain moisture as new skin begins to form. This barrier cream must be reapplied liberally in the days following your Halo treatment to assist with healing.

A gentle cleanser, such as Cetaphil, should be used with lukewarm water twice daily beginning the morning after treatment.

It is very important that no exfoliation or forceful skin manipulation occurs during the healing period post-procedure. Sunscreen is a daily necessity following treatment. It is recommended that after the corrective phase of skincare the Halo treatment is repeated once or twice a year (depending on age and skincare goals) in order to maintain desired results. For collagen synthesis, the collaboration of the Forever Young/BBL and Halo have proven to achieve the most optimal results.

Reviews

Francine M.

"I had a vertical restore at age 65 with Dr Amir Karam. It has been a little over a year and I am delighted with the results. Some of my friends have not even noticed - I just look rested. Dr Karam will provide you with all the information and supplements that you need to make the procedure and the recovery time as comfortable as possible. I usually bruise very easily but with the supplements that were given to me prior to my procedure and afterwards, my bruises were gone within a week."

"I highly recommend Dr. Karam and would go back to him for anything I might want done in the future. I totally trust his approach and recommendations. You won't be disappointed!"

Kris R.

"I'm one month out from a Vertical Restore with Dr Karam. Dr Karam is an incredibly talented Surgeon. I can barely see my scars already. I also did a laser peel, within 8 days I was wearing makeup and admiring my new jawline and neck. I'm 65 this month and so happy I chose him. He is the best there is. His staff are fun, caring and kind. They made my entire experience so easy. I would not hesitate or even think about going anywhere else. Check out his Instagram account. He does all his content himself. Extremely informative, with many before and after photos. I decided on Dr Karam after researching his Instagram and had made my decision before we had even met."

Janice S.

"Dr Karam is a great surgeon, a true artist and a wonderful human being. He has done 2 procedures on me over the last 3 years. Both with excellent results. His fat transfer and his lip lift technique are extraordinary. I wouldn't think of going to anyone else and I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for the best."