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Woman getting a laser skin resurfacing treatment at a med spa
August 18, 2026
Non-Surgical Procedures

With Summer Winding Down, Can I Get Laser Treatments Now?

Summer is winding down, and so is the sun exposure that made this stretch of the year trickier for certain laser treatments. If your skin took a beating over the last few months—extra sun, extra tan, a little more dehydration than usual—it’s a good time for a late summer reset with lasers, which require some time away from the sun to heal, as well as a series of treatments you can extend into fall. Dr. Talon Maningas, a triple board-certified cosmetic surgeon, and the team behind Joplin laser treatments at Maningas Cosmetic Surgery build each patient's treatment plan to work with your lifestyle, the time of year, and...

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Woman smiling in the sun under fall leaves
October 29, 2025
Non-Surgical Procedures

5 Treatments to Get Now That Summer is Over

Fall is finally here, and now is the perfect time to focus on repairing and rejuvenating your skin after months of outdoor activities (and the resulting sun exposure and damage). This time of year is ideal for more intensive treatments that require some healing time and limited sun exposure. Below, we’re highlighting five treatments that we recommend during the fall and winter at our Joplin medspa. IPL Photofacial Fade sunspots, redness, and uneven skin tone for a radiant glow. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light therapy) is a gentle yet powerful treatment that uses targeted light energy to address discoloration and signs of sun damage. If you’re bothered by brown spots, redness,...

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Woman With Glowing Skin Compares IPL vs Laser Treatments
April 26, 2025
Non-Surgical Procedures

IPL vs Laser Treatment: Which is Best for Cosmetic Skincare?

Age, sun, and stress leave their marks on our skin, causing our complexion to become less vibrant over time. If you’ve considered rejuvenating your skin by getting rid of age spots, acne scars, and other signs of skin aging, you’ve likely heard of IPL (also known as photofacial) and laser treatments. While both IPL and lasers are able to treat common skin concerns, there are some important differences between the two, which we’re here to help you understand. IPL and laser treatment similarities Before we dive into the differences between IPL and laser treatments, let’s look at their similarities. Both IPL and lasers use light to heat and destroy...

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