Learn about laser skin resurfacing and what this procedure can do for you. What you need to know before you get treated.
Laser skin resurfacing is a revolutionary cosmetic treatment that reduces skin irregularities like blemishes and acne scars,
and it also reduces facial wrinkles. You may be a viable candidate for this treatment if you have wrinkles and fine lines close to the mouth, eyes or forehead, scars from acne, or non-responsive skin after getting a facelift. If your skin is very dark or if you have active acne, you may not be a great person for this treatment. This procedure not appropriate for treating stretch marks either. Laser skin resurfacing has been used for many years to provide treatment for a variety of conditions like scars, wrinkles, birthmarks, warts, and other conditions.
Many hours spent outside in the summer and winter and vacations have taken a toll on people’s skin. Today, premature wrinkling is very common and many people are seeking facial cosmetic surgery to reverse the effects of the sun and aging.
If you want to boost your appearance, look for a cosmetic surgeon who is educated, trained, and experienced with laser skin resurfacing. You should choose a surgeon who operates in accredited medical facilities and follows a strict code of ethics. The surgeon should also be board certified. When you meet with the surgeon, he or she will decide what kind of treatment is best for you after evaluating your current physical condition, medical history, and desired results.
Laser skin resurfacing is effective and it was designed to eliminate moderately deep wrinkles and lines about the face, neck, hands, and chest. It is also suitable for eliminating superficial lines. The good thing about this cosmetic treatment is that it does not cause any serious side effects. However, some people experience mild bruising, redness, and swelling.
It is important to note that patients need to take care of themselves after being treated. Skin that is treated with this procedure can react in a few different ways. Typically, most people feel like they have a moderate sunburn. There may be redness of the skin and some swelling. You may experience stinging or itching for 11 to 72 hours after the procedure. Several days later, your skin may feel dry and it may peel. New skin will form after the area has peeled. Your surgeon will not consider treating the area again until your skin is completely healed.
You can protect the new skin by applying sunscreen every day. I strongly recommend that you use a broad spectrum sunscreen, which screens UV B and UV A rays. The sunscreen you use should also have an SPF factor of 15.
Remember that you should never hide anything from your cosmetic surgeon. If you have any problems like previous burns, allergies, radiation exposure, or a history of poor scars, then you need to tell your cosmetic surgeon. You may need to be evaluated to determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure. Further, if you have had episodes of blisters and sores around your mouth, inform your cosmetic surgeon about it.
