CO2 fractional laser skin resurfacing

You may be asking about the benefits of fractional CO2 laser resurfacing. BMTLaser would like to give you some information about this program and how it can help you.

Why Fractional CO2 Laser Might Be Right for You?

You might consider the benefits of CO2 laser resurfacing if you have any of the following:

· Skin aging changes

· Loss of skin elasticity

· Facial volume reduction

· Wrinkles from repetitive facial expressions

· Sun damage

· Brown spots and red spots

Your skin may look older and rougher. You may even have pits or scars from acne flare-ups. Then laser skin resurfacing can help you.

What does laser skin resurfacing do?

Fractional CO2 laser treatment can give you smoother, younger-looking skin. The outermost layer of the skin is vaporized by the laser; the result is a smoother skin surface and more even pigmentation. The color of the skin is thus more even. The procedure also tightens and restores skin elasticity by stimulating collagen production within the skin's dermis.

How does it work?

Light sedation is often combined with a local anesthetic cream or local anesthetic injection to relax the patient and numb the skin for the procedure. Treatment usually takes 20 to 30 minutes. Afterwards, for two or three days, some slight scabbing will appear on the skin, followed by some pink or redness on the skin, similar to what happens with a sunburn. Redness usually subsides within one to three weeks; this will depend on laser settings as well as the individual.

You will be able to return to normal activities within three to five days after surgery. Makeup is usually used after the first week to hide any residual redness.

How many treatments are needed?

Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing is usually done in a single session. However, for people with severely wrinkled and sun-damaged skin, additional treatments may be needed.

What should be paid attention to?

1) Use sun protection throughout your treatment, if you are outside you should use a broad spectrum SPF 30 or higher sunscreen.

2) If you have darker skin, you may still be a good candidate for this procedure. CO2 lasers have a longer wavelength and have been used on darker skin with the proper settings.

3) Certain medications and conditions can affect how your skin responds to treatment, so you should always discuss your medical history upfront during your initial consultation. For example, acne medications can cause poor healing.

4) You stop smoking for at least 2 weeks before and after surgery to allow for the best possible recovery for your body.

Resurfacing with a fractional CO2 laser should be performed by a trained professional to produce the desired results. Experience, qualifications and training are important considerations.

How long will it last?

The durability of the results depends on a variety of factors, including the patient's efforts to protect the skin from the sun, as well as factors such as smoking, general health, and weight changes. You may see results that last for years if you protect your skin, wear a wide-brimmed hat and wear the right sunscreen, avoid excessive sun exposure and smoking, and follow a healthy diet and skincare regimen.