Lori Wrightington, our certified Clinical Laser Technician and Skin Care Therapist became a member of the Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston team in July of 2005. Lori grew up in Connecticut and is proud to have relocated to the Low Country. She is an alumnus of Southern Connecticut State University earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Arts. Additionally she studied abroad and earned a certificate of studies from the Universita di Urbino in Urbino, Italy.
Lori has been working in the field of Dermatology under the direct supervision of Dr. Schlesinger and assists both him and Rebecca Repaire, PA-C in general, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. Having received extensive hands on training with Dr. Schlesinger and Becky in all aspects of Dermatology and Cosmetic treatments, Lori specializes in clinically assisting Dr. Schlesinger in Mohs Surgery, a specific type of micrographic surgery for the removal of different types of skin carcinoma. Lori continues to further her expertise and skin care training through continuing education classes, courses and webinars in dermatological and cosmetic surgery and cosmeceuticals.
Clinically certified by the Candela Corporation – the manufacturers of the GentleYag and GentleLase family of lasers Lori completed certification and didactic training under the direct supervision of Candela training experts. Lori received additional training and certification on the Candela Vbeam Perfecta. All of the Candela lasers feature the latest in advanced micro-pulse technology, multiple handpieces for treating various spot sizes, and the newest innovative Dynamic Cooling Device™ (DCD). This cooling system all but eliminates patient downtime. The application of these laser treatments includes hair removal, photofacials, skin rejuvenation, fractional re-surfacing, surgical free skin tightening, wrinkle reduction, removal of vascular lesions and pigmentation.
Palomar Medical was the winner of the Professional Choice Awards category for lasers and IPL equipment. Lori received additional certification, education and didactic training with Palomar Medical and has clinical expertise in the application of Intense Pulse Light Treatments. These services are now being offered for fractional laser resurfacing, fractional surgical free skin tightening, photofacial applications for the removal of brown spots and sun damage and the treatment of acne and rosacea. Lori has made this cosmeceutical care her area of specialty expertise. Proficient in Vibraderm treatments to all body areas, Lori has been clinically certified by the manufacturers of the Vibradermabrasion equipment as well.
Since relocating to Charleston with her family, Lori has been an active member of the Carolina Lady Anglers Club, a non profit group who’s Fishing for the Cure for Breast Cancer Tournament makes annual donations to the Charleston Breast Center, the Hollings Cancer Center and other local beneficiaries. Lori also contributes time volunteering for various causes including the South Carolina Maritime Foundation. She is also an active parent volunteering with the Boy Scouts of America and the Charleston School of the Arts
Lori prides herself in having a professional demeanor as well as an outgoing personality that makes patients feel right at home.
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