Laser Skin Resurfacing Basics
If you want to get rid of wrinkles, fine lines or discolored patches of skin, consider the benefits of a laser skin resurfacing treatment. This skin-rejuvenation procedure removes the top layer of your skin to reveal the healthier layer of skin below. Set up a consultation with a cosmetic dermatologist or medical spa in your area to find out if you'd be a good candidate for laser skin resurfacing and/or other skin-rejuvenation procedures.
Laser skin resurfacing can be very effective for diminishing lines and wrinkles, getting rid of acne scars and evening out your skin tone. Take a look at these laser skin resurfacing before and after photos to see examples of successful outcomes of this procedure performed on patients just like you.
Laser Skin Resurfacing Procedure
The laser skin resurfacing procedure is designed to treat acne scars, pigmented skin, wrinkles and any age-related skin discoloration. Cosmetic dermatologists and medical spas use various types of lasers to perform this anti-aging and skin-rejuvenation procedure. Ablative lasers, such as the CO2 laser and the Er:YAG laser work by vaporizing the top layer of your skin. Fraxel laser treatments target only the damaged areas of skin, allowing for a faster healing process. Intense pulsed light (IPL) uses pulsed light energy to eliminate brown marks and can also stimulate collagen production to promote healthy cell regeneration.
All of these laser and light treatments speed up the collagen-production process, which enables your skin to heal quickly and maintain a youthful appearance.
Advantages of Laser Skin Resurfacing
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Can treat acne scars
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Some lasers and light treatments have a natural skin-tightening effect
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May require only one treatment to achieve significant results
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Fraxel laser targets only damaged areas, so there's less damage to surrounding skin
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May decrease pore size
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Can take years off your appearance
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Stimulates collagen production for weeks after treatment
Disadvantages of Laser Skin Resurfacing
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Not appropriate for olive, tanned or African-American skin tones
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Not appropriate for those at risk of scarring and hyperpigmentation
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Healing time can vary
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Requires use of special creams and healing ointments to encourage healthy skin regrowth
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Risk of infection and deep scarring
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May trigger a virus in some people
See Laser Skin Resurfacing Before and After Photos
Take a look at these laser skin resurfacing before and after photos to see how this anti-aging procedure can produce amazing results on different skin types. You can see a significant reduction in age spots, pigmentation and a skin-tightening effect on patients who've undergone one or a series of these procedures.
Find a Laser Skin Resurfacing Specialist in Your Area
Set up a consultation with a cosmetic dermatologist or medical spa to learn more about the pros and cons of this treatment and receive recommendations based on your goals.
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