Light and Laser Treatments
Precision. Personalisation. Proven Results.
At Dr Sam Bunting & Associates, laser and light-based treatments are chosen with care, always led by your skin’s unique needs, concerns and response to treatment. We work with a suite of medical-grade technologies that allow us to deliver exceptional outcomes—while prioritising safety, comfort and recovery time.
Every device we use is selected with your skin type, concern, and lifestyle in mind. Below is a snapshot of some of the cutting-edge modalities we employ in clinic.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
For redness, pigment and a brighter complexion
IPL is a versatile, non-invasive treatment that uses broad-spectrum light to target pigment and vascular irregularities. It’s especially effective in treating redness due to rosacea and broken capilallaries. It’s also helpful at treating sun spots and addressing uneven tone or blotchy skin.
The light is selectively absorbed by either blood vessels or excess melanin, allowing the skin to gradually appear clearer, brighter and more even. Best results are seen as part of a treatment course, with improvements building over time.
Fractional Laser Resurfacing
For scars, fine lines and texture refinement
This advanced resurfacing technology creates microscopic columns of thermal injury within the skin, triggering a powerful healing response and stimulating new collagen production. It is particularly effective in improving scaring from acne and blemishes, fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores and early signs of ageing.
Downtime is dependent on the intensity of treatment—ranging from mild redness to a few days of peeling. A detailed plan will be discussed during your consultation, ensuring downtime fits with your lifestyle.
Vascular Laser
For redness, rosacea and broken vessels
Vascular lasers target unwanted visible blood vessels without affecting surrounding skin. A specific wavelength is used to safely collapse superficial capillaries, allowing the body to naturally reabsorb them. Ideal for people with persistent facial redness with rosacea flare-ups, or anyone with thread veins around the nose, cheeks or chin.
Results improve over time, and more than one session may be needed to fully resolve resistant vessels.
Pigment Laser
For dark spots, melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Pigment lasers deliver precise energy to areas of excess melanin in the skin, helping to fade sun spots, freckles, melasma and any pigmentation following acne or inflammation.
The pigment absorbs the laser energy and gradually breaks down, fading over the weeks following treatment. Results can be impressive, especially when combined with topical pigmentation treatments and ongoing sun protection.
Suitable for both facial and body areas, these treatments are always tailored based on your skin tone to minimise risk and maximise outcomes.
FAQs
WHAT ARE LASER AND LIGHT TREATMENTS?
Laser and light therapies have become essential tools in modern dermatology—not just for cosmetic enhancement, but for medical skin improvement too. These non-invasive technologies harness light energy to treat a wide range of concerns, including acne and its scarring, post-trauma scarring, rosacea, sun damage, visible signs of skin ageing (fine lines, wrinkles), pigmentation, melasma, and vascular lesions like spider veins.
There’s a vast array of devices available, and selecting the correct one is key. At Dr Sam Bunting & Associates, your treatment will be delivered by highly experienced procedural dermatologists who bring a depth of understanding to skin anatomy and physiology—ensuring maximum efficacy with minimal intervention. Safety, precision, and results underpin our laser and light-based approach.
HOW DO LASER AND LIGHT TREATMENTS WORK?
These treatments use specific wavelengths of light to target various skin structures—such as pigment, blood vessels, or water —without damaging the surrounding tissue. The energy stimulates healing responses, breaks down unwanted pigment or vessels, and boosts collagen production for smoother, more even-toned skin.
HOW LONG IS THE PROCEDURE?
Treatment time varies depending on the concern and device used, but sessions typically take between 30–60 minutes. Your dermatologist will advise you on what to expect based on your tailored treatment plan.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS DO I NEED?
The number of sessions needed depends on your skin concern and goals and will be discussed at your consultation. While some patients see results after a single treatment, a course of 3–6 sessions spaced several weeks apart is often recommended for optimal, lasting results.
WHAT RESULTS CAN I EXPECT?
Results develop gradually as your skin responds to treatment. You may notice improved texture, more even tone, reduced redness or pigmentation, and smoother skin. With repeated sessions, benefits compound—revealing healthier, brighter skin with more even tone and fewer fine lines.
WHAT IS THE RECOVERY TIME?
Downtime depends on the type of laser or light treatment used. Some involve minimal redness and swelling that settles within hours, while others may cause temporary darkening or flaking as skin regenerates. Your dermatologist will guide you through aftercare to ensure a smooth recovery.
At Dr Sam Bunting & Associates, we believe in science-backed technology delivered with clinical insight. All treatments are performed by dermatologists, ensuring your skin is in expert hands from consultation to completion.