Non-Surgical
BBL HERO Laser in Austin, TX | Advanced Light Therapy
BBL HERO treats redness, pigmentation, and signs of aging 3× faster than traditional BBL. Available at an Austin medical practice. See before & after photos. Book today.
Recovery Time
Discussed at consultation
Surgeon
Dr. Rocco Piazza II, ABPS
Location
Austin, TX
Financing
Cherry, CareCredit & PatientFi →Overview
What Is BBL HERO® Laser Therapy?
BBL HERO® is Sciton’s most advanced BroadBand Light (BBL) platform — a light-based technology that targets redness, pigmentation, and the visible signs of aging by delivering precisely tuned wavelengths of light into the skin. Thanks to a redesigned handpiece, BBL HERO treats large areas of the body — the back, chest, arms, and legs — up to 3× faster than traditional BBL, while still treating smaller areas of the face and neck with the same precision. At The Piazza Center, Austin patients use BBL HERO and Forever Young BBL™ to reverse sun damage, calm rosacea and redness, and refresh sun-exposed skin without surgery or extended downtime.
At a Glance
Everything You Need to Know
Treatment Areas
- Face, neck, and décolletage
- Chest, back, arms, legs, and hands
Goal
Treat pigmented lesions, redness and rosacea, sun damage, and unwanted hair in a single noninvasive session.
Session & Comfort
Full face treatments take about 12–15 minutes; larger body areas are treated in just minutes thanks to the BBL HERO handpiece. Most patients need no more than the device’s built-in CoolComfort™ cooling — topical numbing is rarely needed and reserved for more sensitive areas.
Anesthesia
Topical, if needed
Session Length
Minutes to ~30 min
Downtime
- No anesthesia or surgery required
- Return to work, makeup, and normal activities immediately
- Brief redness typically resolves within a few hours
- Treated pigment darkens, then flakes off over 7–10 days
Results Timeline
Dr. Piazza recommends a BBL treatment about every 3 months — roughly 4 sessions a year — to reverse sun damage and maintain radiant, even-toned skin. Results build with a treatment series and can be paired with MOXI® or HALO® for deeper resurfacing.
Why Choose BBL HERO
The benefits,
in a single light-based session.
BBL HERO combines the redness- and pigment-clearing power of BroadBand Light with a faster, more comfortable treatment experience — making it one of the most requested noninvasive skin treatments at The Piazza Center.
- 01
Clears Redness
Reduces rosacea, flushing, and visible facial veins.
- 02
Fades Pigmentation
Targets sun spots, age spots, and uneven pigmentation.
- 03
No Downtime
Return to normal activities, makeup, and work immediately.
- 04
Treats Larger Areas, Fast
BBL HERO’s handpiece treats the back, chest, arms, and legs up to 3× faster than traditional BBL.
- 05
CoolComfort™ Technology
Built-in cooling keeps treatment comfortable, even over larger areas.
- 06
Builds Collagen
Stimulates the deeper layers of skin for smoother, tighter texture over time.
- 07
Treats Unwanted Hair
BBL HERO’s light energy can also address unwanted hair growth.
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Combines With Other Treatments
Often paired with MOXI® or HALO® for more noticeable rejuvenation.
BBL HERO® vs. traditional BBL.
Forever Young BBL+™ uses BBL HERO — the most advanced BBL technology available — to deliver 4× the speed, 3× the peak power, and 2× the cooling of earlier BBL platforms in a single treatment. That means faster sessions and less discomfort without sacrificing results, whether Dr. Piazza’s team is treating your face (Forever Young BBL+) or your entire body (Forever Body).
Is BBL HERO
right for you?
BBL and BBL HERO are best suited for patients dealing with visible sun damage, redness, or uneven pigmentation who want a noninvasive way to refresh their skin. During your consultation, Dr. Piazza’s team evaluates your skin type and sun exposure history to build the safest, most effective treatment plan.
Procedure options
in Austin.
Investment
Cost & financing.
BBL and BBL HERO treatments are priced per session and by treatment area, with package pricing available for a series of treatments through Dr. Piazza’s online store. Flexible financing is available through Cherry, CareCredit®, and PatientFi.
Results
Your BBL HERO Results
Most patients notice a difference within hours: initial redness fades and treated pigment begins to darken as it rises to the surface, typically flaking away over 7 to 10 days. As your skin’s natural healing process continues, sun spots and uneven pigmentation fade, texture becomes smoother, and fine lines and pores appear less noticeable. Because BBL treats accumulated sun damage, Dr. Piazza recommends a treatment roughly every 3 months to keep skin looking radiant and to help hold back further visible aging.
Rocco C.
Piazza II
Dr. Rocco Piazza leads the laser and light therapy program at The Piazza Center, where BBL HERO® and Forever Young BBL™ protocols are calibrated to each patient’s skin type, sun exposure history, and cosmetic goals. A board-certified plastic surgeon with a lifelong interest in aesthetic technology, he works alongside The Piazza Center’s trained laser specialists to ensure every BBL session is planned with the same precision as his surgical practice.
At The Piazza Center, Dr. Piazza prioritizes exceptional patient care and results, creating lasting relationships with his clients.
- Board Certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- M.D., Alpha Omega Alpha, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
- Recognized as a Top Doctor on RealSelf
- Recipient of the Doctor’s Choice Award for Plastic Surgery
- Published author with significant contributions to the field of plastic surgery literature
Rocco C. Piazza II — MD, FACS · Founder, The Piazza Center
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions.
Still have questions specific to your body and goals? Dr. Piazza addresses them one-on-one during your private consultation.
Schedule a Consultation →Any area of your body can be treated. The most popular treatments are on the face, neck, back of the hands, chest, and shoulders.
We firmly believe that every patient should have BBL every 3 months which is equivalent to 4 times per year. This is one of the single most important treatments that you should do each year to reverse sun damage, remove unwanted pigment, and activate youth genes in your skin cells so that your skin remains radiant, light reflective, and healthy.
An active tan from the sun or tanning beds is not appropriate for treating with BBL. Tanned skin has a lot of pigment or melanin that may also absorb the BBL light energy. It is recommended that a person does not have sun exposure in the area to be treated for a period of 3 weeks prior to treatment with BBL. Self-tanners must be faded from the skin for at least a week to 10 days prior to treatment. Discuss with your clinician the possibility of tanning during your series so that a safe regimen can be created.
The number of treatments needed varies from patient to patient and your clinician will personalize a treatment plan based on your skin defects and the level of improvement you desire. Your clinician may also combine your treatment with other popular aesthetic procedures such as BOTOX® Cosmetic or injectable fillers to further enhance the outcome.
Your eyes will be protected with safety shields or glasses. You may briefly feel a warm or “rubber band snap” sensation as the light is absorbed by the targeted areas. Your procedure may take a few minutes to a half an hour depending on the size of the area to be treated and the type of procedure performed. Your clinician will discuss all of your options with you.
The procedure is gentle, noninvasive, and safe. Generally, there is no need for a topical anesthetic but your clinician may choose to use it on more sensitive areas.
You may experience some redness that should resolve within a few hours. Pigmented lesions will darken and gradually flake off and fade over the next 7-10 days. Often your treated skin will feel smoother, fine lines and pores begin to be less noticeable, and sunspots or uneven pigmentation will fade. Results depend on your skin’s condition, the number of treatments, and the area treated. Your clinician will provide you with complete information about the post-treatment care and results.
This is a noninvasive and gentle procedure with virtually no downtime. In most cases, you are able to return to work, apply makeup, and resume most of your activities immediately.
It is important to follow your clinician’s instructions. You may be given some skin care products and instructions on how to use them. If you must go outdoors, it is recommended that you cover your treated skin and use sunblock with a minimum of 7% zinc.
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