Laser face resurfacing
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There are several indications for laser skin resurfacing of the face. These include:
- Acne and post-acne (scars and marks)
- Shallow wrinkles
- Sagging skin
- Enlarged pores
- Vascular networks up to 4 mm deep and up to 2 mm in diameter
- Hyperpigmentation
Resurfacing also helps to eliminate traces of burns and other post-traumatic changes.
In some cases, laser skin resurfacing of the face is not performed. Here are the main contraindications:
- Inflammatory processes in the active phase
- Diabetes
- Oncology
- Viral infections
- Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)
It is recommended to postpone resurfacing if you are taking retinoids (vitamin A derivatives). Treatment should be started no earlier than 6 months after stopping taking these drugs
General information about the procedure
Equipment used
Specialists use two types of facial lasers: Fotona and Eraser C CO2.
The ERASER-C-RF carbon dioxide laser accurately and carefully affects selected areas of the skin. The kit includes 3 attachments. A fractional attachment is used to work with scars, pigmentation and stretch marks. The effect of using such a laser lasts 1-2 years.
The Fotona fractional laser is designed to remove the upper layer of skin (up to 100 microns). Its use involves the use of cold and hot ablation methods. It is intended for:
- Reducing wrinkles and scars
- Skin smoothing
- Achieving a lifting effect (this occurs due to the activation of new collagen and elastin fibers)
FT grinding can be adapted to various thermal effects. This helps stimulate the formation of new collagen.
Comparative characteristics of both models are presented in the table:
| Characteristic | Fotona | Eraser C CO2 laser |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Fractional erbium | Fractional CO2 |
| Penetration depth | Medium | Deep |
| Procedures | Rejuvenation, peeling | Scar removal, rejuvenation |
| Features | Soft impact on accessible areas of the face, fast recovery | Intensive impact, long-term recovery |
| Additional | Eye and lip attachments | Adjusting the depth of impact |
The choice of device depends on the condition of the skin and the specific tasks that need to be solved.
Advantages of laser resurfacing
The resurfacing procedure offers many benefits. They look like this:
- Slowing down the skin aging process. Using a laser removes the top layer of skin. This stimulates cell renewal and the production of collagen, a protein responsible for the elasticity and youthfulness of the skin.
- Skin texture smoothing. The laser effectively reduces the visibility of scars, acne scars, post-acne and age spots on the skin. Deep scars are reduced after several sessions. Acne and fine wrinkles disappear after the first procedure.
Activation of internal processes in the dermis promotes skin renewal. As a result, skin pores become smaller and cleaner, its color improves.
Answers to popular questions
Doctors from the K+31 clinic answered the most frequently asked questions about facial resurfacing.
Does laser resurfacing cause severe burns on the skin?
Is it possible to come for resurfacing a month after treatment with systemic retinoids?
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What is laser facial resurfacing?
Laser skin resurfacing is an effective and safe method of aesthetic medicine. This rejuvenating procedure is performed using specialized equipment. The process uses a targeted beam, with which the specialist removes the upper layer of the dermis.