The Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing removes layers of skin tissue in a fractionated method (columns of skin are removed, leaving the skin surrounding each column intact to aid in healing) to help reduce scars (be it acne scars, burns scars, hypertrophic scars or even accident scars), fine lines, wrinkles, uneven coloration, skin laxity, textural irregularities and also stretch marks.
We use the Ultrapulse CO2 laser (Lumenis) which is one of the best fractional CO2 lasers in the world. This is the best treatment if you wish to get the most results with one treatment. If you have the ability to take some time to heal (upto 7 days), having this one treatment is like having multiple other non-invasive treatments at once. It is also the best single treatment for advanced skin damage and wrinkling.
Ultrapulse CO2 laser is an in-office procedure that requires pre and post-treatment medications to ensure proper healing and comfort during the procedure. Discomfort varies on the depth of the treatment. For your comfort during the treatment, we may apply a topical anesthetic or inject local anesthetic . After the treatment most patients may experience some redness, flaking of skin and even scabbing at places. Adequate protection from sunlight like staying indoors for 5-7 days after the procedure and using a good sunscreen are important to achieve desired results.
Results that are expected are a very noticeable reduction in acne scars and components of sun damaged skin such as “age-spots” (also called sun freckles and lentigenes), fine lines, wrinkles, scarring, uneven coloration, skin laxity and textural irregularities. The skin will continue to improve for a period of 6 months following the procedure provided proper skincare is used and sun exposure is minimized.
