What Kind of Results Can You Expect from CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing?

As we age, our skin slowly begins to break down, become discolored in areas, and premature wrinkles begin to appear. Most often, the common areas which need laser rejuvenation are the face, neck, chest and hands. CO2 fractional laser machine can help correct the skin maladies that affect these areas and offers patients a safe, extremely effective, and relatively quick means to repair, rejuvenate, and restore their skin. The new skin beneath reveals a softer, smoother, more youthful appearance that can last for years. Many patients say the laser can erase up to a decade in a little less than an hour.

How the CO2 Laser Works

The CO2 laser disburses gentle beams of infrared light which are easily absorbed by the skin's water-rich biological tissue. The CO2 laser then vaporizes the top layers of skin and places heat into the subdermal tissue which stimulates new collagen growth.

#Skin Resurfacing

The CO2 Laser can treat an assortment of conditions such as wrinkles, sun damage, and scarring. Enjoy improved skin that will look and feel dramatically better than it has in years. By vaporizing the outer layers of damaged skin, fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes and mouth are removed, while the deeper frown lines and grooves are less noticeable.

#Acne Scar Reduction

We can all agree acne was probably the worst part of our young adult lives. Thankfully, with CO2 laser treatment machine, moderate to severe acne scarring no longer has to be a constant reminder of those awkward, teenage years. Fractional CO2 laser treatments actually help accelerate the healing process, so that acne can remain a thing of the past.

#Hand Repair & Restoration

It has been said that you can tell someone's age by looking at their hands. With the CO2 laser skin rejuvenation process, wrinkles, skin damage, and unwelcome age spots will be reduced and removed Your hands will appear years younger.

What to expect

Improve the texture and appearance of your skin through this treatment using light beams to stimulate collagen production. CO2 fractional laser resurfacing uses your body's natural collagen production process to renew your skin, improving complexion and skin tone. The treatments uses blue light, either in bursts or a continuous beam, to create micro-injuries in skin cells. These micro-injuries activate your body's collagen production, beginning the process of skin renewal. Collagen is an essential protein in skin health that is responsible for the elasticity of your skin.

Since CO2 lasers can target specific areas of the skin, board-certified providers are able to resurface problem cells without harming already-healthy skin. Patients see noticeable, lasting impact to their skin's tone, texture and overall appearance. Most patients experience mild to moderate discomfort during CO2 laser resurfacing. During the treatment, your provider will move the laser back and forth in rows across the target area on your skin.

After the treatment, it is common to experience redness, swelling and peeling in the affected areas for several days to weeks. CO2 laser resurfacing requires downtime while your skin is healing. The results are worth the wait – problematic skin cells fall away from your skin, replaced by collagen-rich, rejuvenated skin. Your skin's natural processes continue over the following months so you skin keeps looking better and better. Depending on the severity of problem areas, some patients find that multiple treatments are necessary to achieve their goals.

#What Should You Expect from a CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing Procedure?

The steps in a CO2 laser skin resurfacing procedure are reasonably straightforward:

*The treatment area will be thoroughly cleaned.

*A numbing agent will be applied directly to the skin.

*A medical professional will administer the treatment with a professional CO2 fractional laser machine.

*The treatment area is cleaned after the procedure is completed.

*You are sent home to begin a minor recovery.

This process may change based on your specific procedure or needs, but as a general rule, the method is as simple as these five steps.

#What Should You Expect During CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing Recovery?

Generally let patients know that some side effects may last for up to seven days, but these symptoms are very minor in most cases. Redness and irritation (similar to a sunburn sensation) are how the average patient describes the after-effects. Sometimes swelling can also occur, but this generally subsides between a few hours and a couple of days. You can return directly to your usual routines if you don't mind being out in public with a bit of redness or skin irritation, making it a great option for people with busy and steadfast schedules to adhere to.

#What Kind of Results Can You Expect from CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing?

You can expect to have a brighter, smoother and more harmonious complexion after having CO2 laser skin resurfacing. Many patients are able to notice a change in their appearance after one procedure, but ideal results typically come between two and four sessions when collagen and elastin production begins to really elevate. Unfortunately, the longevity of your results is primarily dependent on your body's reaction to the procedure and your own biology, but one of our team members can work with you to develop a treatment plan that will maintain your preferred appearance.