Fine lines, sun damage, and uneven skin tone have a way of making you look—and feel—older than you are. The good news is that today’s energy-based treatments can address these concerns with precision, minimal downtime, and results that continue to improve over time. Whether you want to resurface rough skin, reduce unwanted pigmentation, or restore a firmer, more youthful appearance, advanced laser and light therapies make it possible.
Dr. William Gartlan, DO, offers energy-based treatments at Ivy Aesthetics and Wellness Center in Williamsburg, VA. He provides an experience that goes well beyond the typical med spa, with medically guided care in a refined, welcoming environment focused on your long-term results.
What Are Energy-Based Treatments?
Energy-based treatments use focused laser or light energy to target specific skin concerns beneath the surface. Depending on the technology, these treatments can stimulate collagen production, break down pigmentation, reduce visible blood vessels, and improve overall skin texture—all without surgery.
At Ivy Aesthetics and Wellness Center, two industry-leading platforms are used to deliver these results:
Tetra PRO (CoolPeel®)
The Tetra PRO harnesses the power of CO2 laser technology through a precision delivery method called CoolPeel. Traditional CO2 laser treatments are well-known for their effectiveness but have historically required significant downtime. CoolPeel changes the equation—delivering controlled, high-energy pulses that target only the superficial layers of skin, reducing recovery time while still producing meaningful improvements.
Tetra PRO with CoolPeel is an excellent option for addressing:
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Fine lines and wrinkles
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Sun damage and age spots
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Rough or uneven skin texture
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Enlarged pores
Results build over several weeks as your skin heals and new collagen develops, leaving you with a smoother, refreshed complexion.
Motus PRO
The Motus PRO is a versatile laser platform designed to address a broad range of concerns—from stubborn pigmentation and visible capillaries to skin laxity. Using advanced Alexandrite laser technology, it targets melanin and hemoglobin in the skin to reduce discoloration and vascular lesions while stimulating collagen for a tighter, more even appearance.
Motus PRO is an effective solution for:
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Sunspots
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Facial redness and visible blood vessels
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Skin laxity and loss of firmness
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Uneven skin tone
The Motus PRO is also recognized for its effectiveness across a variety of skin tones, making it a versatile and inclusive option for many patients.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Most healthy adults with skin concerns related to aging, sun exposure, or uneven tone and texture are good candidates for energy-based treatments. Dr. Gartlan will evaluate your skin during a personalized consultation to determine which technology—or combination of treatments—is the right fit. Your skin type, tone, and specific goals all shape the plan.
Why Choose Ivy Aesthetics and Wellness Center for Energy-Based Treatments in Williamsburg, VA?
Choosing where to receive laser treatments is a decision that deserves careful thought. At Ivy Aesthetics and Wellness Center, every treatment is performed under the direct oversight of Dr. William Gartlan, DO—a physician whose clinical background brings a level of rigor that sets this practice apart from traditional med spas. You’re not just receiving a cosmetic service; you’re receiving medically guided care from a provider who prioritizes your safety, your results, and your trust above all else.
Dr. Gartlan takes the time to understand your concerns and to build a personalized plan that aligns with your skin, goals, and lifestyle. The practice is intentionally boutique in size, which means each patient receives focused, unhurried attention—not a one-size-fits-all protocol. That commitment to individualized care extends well beyond your first appointment. Dr. Gartlan’s goal is to be a long-term partner in your skin health and overall confidence.
Energy-Based Treatments FAQs
Tetra PRO is a CO2 laser platform used for skin resurfacing. Its CoolPeel® setting delivers controlled energy to the superficial skin layers to improve concerns such as fine lines, enlarged pores, sun damage, and uneven texture with less downtime than traditional, more intensive CO2 resurfacing.
Motus PRO uses Alexandrite and Nd:YAG laser wavelengths. Depending on the selected settings, it can address pigmentation, visible blood vessels, redness, uneven tone, and other concerns. Dr. Gartlan will recommend the platform that best matches your skin and goals.
Downtime depends on the technology, treatment intensity, and area addressed. After a light CoolPeel treatment, you may experience redness, warmth, dryness, or a rough texture for several days. Deeper Tetra PRO resurfacing may involve more noticeable redness, swelling, flaking, and a longer recovery period.
Motus PRO treatments generally involve limited downtime, although temporary redness or sensitivity may occur.
Some laser treatments can be used across a broad range of skin tones, but you must select the device and settings carefully. Factors such as melanin levels, recent sun exposure, tanning, medications, and your history of pigmentation changes can influence treatment safety.
Your experience will vary based on the device and treatment depth. You may feel warmth, brief snapping sensations, or a prickling feeling as energy is delivered. When appropriate, providers may use cooling technology or topical numbing to improve comfort. More intensive resurfacing may cause greater sensitivity than a gentle treatment.
The number of sessions depends on your concerns, treatment intensity, and desired outcome. A more intensive resurfacing treatment may produce meaningful improvement after one session, while lighter treatments may work best as a series.
Pigmentation, redness, visible vessels, and collagen-related concerns may also require multiple appointments. Your plan will be based on how your skin responds, not a standardized treatment package.
Some changes may become noticeable as initial redness subsides, but many results develop gradually. After Tetra PRO resurfacing, texture and tone may continue improving as the skin renews itself and produces new collagen.
The timing of Motus PRO results depends on the concern treated. Pigmented spots or visible vessels may change over the following days and weeks, while collagen-related improvements generally develop more gradually.
You may be instructed to limit sun exposure, avoid tanning, and temporarily stop certain topical products before your appointment. Tell Dr. Gartlan about your medications, supplements, medical conditions, history of cold sores, and recent aesthetic treatments. Do not discontinue prescribed medication without guidance from the prescribing professional.
Yes, energy-based treatments may be incorporated into a broader skin rejuvenation plan that includes chemical exfoliation, microneedling, injectables, or medical-grade topical skincare. However, you may need to space these services out to give your skin enough time to recover.
Start Your Skin Transformation at Ivy Aesthetics and Wellness Center
Energy-based treatments offer real, lasting improvement for a wide range of skin concerns—and Ivy Aesthetics and Wellness Center has the technology and expertise to deliver those results safely and effectively.
Dr. Gartlan and his team are ready to answer your questions, evaluate your skin, and create a plan that’s built entirely around you. Contact us at (757) 808-5165 to schedule your personalized consultation in Williamsburg, VA.
