What is the Alma Hybrid?

Introducing the latest evolution in laser resurfacing, the Alma Hybrid! Clarity Dermatology is excited to be selected as the first practice between Chicago and San Diego to offer new and unique treatment to patients.

The Hybrid combines the benefits of 2 different lasers into one treatment to achieve superior results with less downtime. This is the first and only laser to combine a CO2 ablative laser and a 1570 nm non-ablative laser into a simultaneous treatment. There are other lasers on the market that are “dual-wavelength” lasers, but the Hybrid has the most power and, thus, the greatest versatility of the lasers currently on the market.

What are the Benefits of Laser Resurfacing with the Alma Hybrid?

The Hybrid has several advantages over its predecessors:

  • It is extremely fast. A full-face resurfacing procedure usually takes half the time to perform while actually doing almost twice as much.
  • It is more comfortable for patients. Using the Hybrid’s “paintbrush mode,” the Hybrid spreads out small, individual pulses of the laser over a large area. This is in contrast to other resurfacing lasers, which concentrate laser pulses in one area, causing greater discomfort.
  • Its design reduces potential for complications. The Hybrid naturally “feathers” the treatment area and the non-treatment area, reducing the chance of noticeable lines of pigment difference, as well as scarring.
  • It treats more surface area in a single treatment. Typically, modern resurfacing lasers are “fractionated,” which means they create little columns of heated tissue injury that either vaporize (as in the ablative CO2 laser) or heat (as in the non-ablative 1570 nm laser). This results in new collagen after healing. When a traditional CO2 laser is used the area between the columns of tissue injury are unaffected. However, the Alma Hybrid fills these gaps with the non-ablative laser, resulting in a more complete treatment.

What does the Alma Hybrid laser treat?

The Alma Hybrid is primarily directed at treating wrinkles and improving skin tone, texture, and elasticity. It really shines in improving the lines around the lips (perioral rhytides) and other areas of the face. The Hybrid laser can also help with tan and brown discoloration and unevenness.

The Hybrid can also help with scarring from acne and other injuries/surgeries.

Is there downtime for the procedure?

This procedure does have some downtime, but it is not uncomfortable. The laser creates very small wounds in the skin, which can cause peeling and other similar symptoms. Typically, we advise patients to set aside 3-7 days, depending on the aggressiveness of the treatment and the goals of the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I learn more about the procedure?

Request An Appointment Today!

Interested in learning more about Laser Resurfacing with Alma Hybrid? Give our experienced team a call to learn more or to determine whether you are a candidate! Call (720) 686-7546 to request an appointment with our dermatologists today! Clarity Dermatology serves Castle Rock, DTC, Parker, Niwot, Boulder, Fort Collins and all nearby areas. Our practice looks forward to serving you!

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Hannah Pederson, MD, is a board-certified Dermatologist passionate about all areas of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. She attended the Colorado School of Mines and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering. She attended the University of Colorado School of Medicine for medical school and completed her dermatology residency at Baylor Scott and White Health in Temple, Texas.

Dr. Pederson is passionate about skin cancer prevention and has volunteered with the Colorado Skin Cancer Task Force. She had also received a grant from the Melanoma Research Foundation.
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Dr. J. Daniel Jensen, MD
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J. Daniel Jensen, MD is fellowship-trained in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and cosmetic dermatology. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine and specializes in vein disease treatment.

Dr. Jensen attended Brigham Young University where he studied Biochemistry and Portuguese and graduated with University Honors before attending the University of Colorado for medical school. After medical school, he completed his dermatology residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Jensen was then selected for a prestigious one-year fellowship in Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at Scripps Clinic in San Diego, California.

He has participated in numerous clinical trials, published many articles, book chapters, and research abstracts/posters, and presented his research at national and international meetings. Dr. Jensen has also served as past President of the Colorado Dermatologic Society.
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Tracy Haines, MD graduated from the University of Austin, Texas with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and completed medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. She completed her dermatology residency at Wayne State University, Michigan, and then moved to Colorado to work as a dermatologist. Dr. Haines is board-certified with the American Board of Dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and Colorado Dermatologic Society.

Dr. Haines is also a talented artist, and displays her art at our DTC location. All three are board-certified dermatologists committed to integrity, teamwork, and compassionate and individualized care for every patient.