What is Skin Resurfacing?
Greater numbers of patients are seeking procedures that minimize photodamaged skin which can make them appear older. Now there are new technologies for skin rejuvenation including CO2 laser resurfacing which can lessen the signs of aging, as well as diminish skin damage and different types of facial scars especially from acne. The results are usually long-lasting and dramatic.

How does it Work?
Laser resurfacing is ablative surgery using a light-emitting wand-like hand piece to precisely remove unwanted facial skin. The light of the CO2 laser ablates the surface of the skin, layer by layer by converting the light to heat, thereby removing undesired photodamaged skin cells and wrinkles. This helps smooth, soften and make the skin of the face supple.

Appearance and Care After CO2 Laser Resurfacing
For the first 2-3 days, treated areas of the face are slightly red, swollen and exude clear to yellow tissue fluid. Within 5 to 10 days, the outer skin grows back with mild swelling and redness. Within 10-15 days there will be a significant decrease in redness and swelling. Three to four weeks following the procedure expect minimal redness which will disappear gradually.

What are the Advantages of CO2 Laser Resurfacing
The dramatic results of CO2 laser facial skin resurfacing of either acne scars or aged or photodamaged skin are similar to those seen with either dermabrasion or deep dermal chemical peelings. The advantages are that laser resurfacing is more versatile than dermabrasion and more predictable than chemical peelings