Laser skin resurfacing is a procedure that uses lasers to create a new, smooth skin appearance. The laser “ablates”, or destroys, the outer layers of skin which have been damaged by age, sun, acne, wrinkles, or pigmentation problems or spots. The destruction of the older layers of skin prompts the body to generate a new layer of skin cells which are unaffected by the previous skin condition. Some lasers may be inappropriate for darker skin complexions.

Reasons for Considering Laser Skin Resurfacing:

  • Reduce or remove facial wrinkles, creases, and lines.
  • Improve sun-damaged skin.
  • Correct pigmentation problems and spots.
  • Effectively treat scars from acne, birthmarks, moles, and tattoos.
  • Tighten skin that has lost elasticity due to aging.

General Procedure

First, the face is cleansed of oils in order to prepare for the laser procedure, and an antibiotic ointment is applied. The laser is then used to ablate various layers of skin in a controlled manner until the appropriate depth of skin is reached. This procedure is commonly performed with a local anesthetic, with or without sedation.

Recovery Process

Generally, post-operative instructions call for plenty of rest and limited movement in order to speed up the healing process and recovery time. Antibiotic cream and bandages are applied to the affected area immediately following surgery in order to aid with the healing process, to minimize swelling, and to control the risk of infection. The skin will be red and may ooze. Some discomfort should also be expected.

Any pain associated with the surgery can be treated with oral medication. While complications are rare, patients can minimize potential problems by carefully following the post-operative directions. Recovery time varies with the extent of the resurfacing and the number of procedures completed.

BBL

Forever Young BBL is an innovative technology that uniquely delivers light therapy targeting the signs of aging and sun damage and effectively provides a more refreshed, rejuvenated and youthful appearance.

ClearSilk

ClearSilk is an easily delegatable treatment with zero downtime that is suitable for all Fitzpatrick skin types. It works by depositing heat energy deep within the dermis targeting multiple chromophores. As the heat rises slowly to the target temperature, it causes bulk heating encouraging the bodies natural response to clear pigment, reduce vascularity and improve the overall appearance of tissue.

Halo

HALO™, the world’s first Hybrid Fractional Laser (HFL), is revolutionizing resurfacing. HALO delivers non-ablative and ablative wavelengths to the same microscopic treatment zone, giving patients results they love without the discomfort or downtime they expect.

MicroLaserPeel

MicroLaserPeel is the perfect tool for removing mild to deep wrinkles that are the result of photoaging. Depending on the depth of the treatment, patients can typically wear makeup within 2 – 4 days of the treatment.

ProFractional

ProFractional is Sciton’s solution for achieving excellent resurfacing results with minimal downtime. This laser resurfaces a portion of the skin to effectively treat a wide variety of conditions, while leaving the surrounding skin intact to promote rapid recovery.

SkinTyte

SkinTyte delivers uniform, targeted and deep heating to effectively coagulate soft tissue. Fast, safe and effective treatments tailored for all skin types, plus no downtime. Patients may resume their regular activities immediately following treatment.