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Laser Resurfacing

Laser resurfacing is a scientific procedure that uses a laser to remove the damaged or discoloured outer skin layers. This process stimulates the production of collagen and new skin cells in the underlying layers of the skin. With advancement in laser technology, it is possible to eliminate or reduce wrinkles, fine lines and age spots on the face and neck. In procedural terms, it removes the damaged skin, layer by layer in a controlled process, and what emerges is a smooth, vibrant and toned skin.

What does laser resurfacing do - Treatment for younger looking skin.

You can get rid of -

• Age spots
• Wrinkles and blemishes
• Facial scars and uneven pigmentation
• Acne or chicken pox scars

How the process works:-

• First, the outer layers of damaged skin are destroyed with a laser beam. The laser heats the underlying skin, which stimulates the growth of new collagen fibres.
• Then, as new cells form during the healing process, a smoother, tighter, younger-looking skin surface appears.
• Laser resurfacing is a new method being used by plastic surgeons to remove damaged skin. It can take a couple of minutes or up to two hours, depending on the size of the area being treated.
• After the procedure, your skin may appear red or pink and thinly caked. You may also experience:
  • Mild swelling and discomfort
  • Lighter or darker skin tone in the treated area
  • A sunburn-like sensation
  • Redness and itchiness can last upto four months

Advantages of laser resurfacing:-

• Compared with other resurfacing methods, this method gives doctors more control over how deep the laser penetrates the skin.
• It also permits them to treat precisely delicate facial areas such as around the eyes and lips.
• Lasers not only exfoliate the surface of the skin, they also tauten the skin's collagen fibres, thereby restoring the skin's elasticity.
• After laser skin resurfacing many patients look 10 to 20 years younger, and results last about 10 years.
• Little bleeding and less post-operative discomfort.

Possible complications after the skin treatment:-

The result is never predictable because individuals differ greatly in their structure, their physical reactions and their healing capabilities.

Risks associated with laser resurfacing include:

• Burns or other injuries from the heat of the laser energy,
• Scarring
• Hyperpigmentation - lightening or darkening of the treated skin
• Herpes virus infections and other types of infection can at times get flared up.

Precautions to be taken after the treatment:

Do not pick the crusts off the treated area as scarring may result.

Keep the skin moist by using protective creams and ointments as prescribed by the doctor.

Minimize skin exposure and use sunscreen liberally, as the skin remains sensitive to sunrays until about a year.

Oral antibiotics and analgesics are prescribed, and in some cases, anti-inflammatory medications may be used as well until total healing takes place.

Looking young is no big deal nowadays.

Individuals trying to rejuvenate their skin should carefully consider factors such as age, the effectiveness and safety of the procedure; post-procedural effects; potential for complications; length of recovery; and duration of benefits.

Go for the right treatment combination only after serious discussions with a specialized dermatologist.

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