Laser skin rejuvenation has evolved rapidly over the last decade, and the newer devices allow the practitioner more options for treating specific skin concerns. One of the main advantages of laser skin resurfacing is the precision with which our medical professional can treat a targeted area. Because the procedure involves removing parts of the epidermis and lower dermal layers, the instruments must be properly calibrated.
What Does Laser Skin Rejuvenation Treat?
Irregularities such as dynamic wrinkling and smile lines, crow's feet, frown lines, and a dull skin texture can be treated with laser skin rejuvenation. It's also effective for diminishing the appearance of freckles, age spots, acne scars, injury scars, and birthmarks. Enlarged oil glands on the face can be treated using one of these advanced laser instruments.
How It Works
The idea is to remove one skin layer at a time. Each layer is of a different density and, therefore, a different tone. The darker the tissue, the more energy it will absorb, A laser designed for this purpose is generally known as a fractional laser. It creates controlled channels that penetrate through the epidermal layer and into the dermis.
However, the laser beam isn't so powerful that it cuts through these layers all at once. Instead, the practitioner continually adjusts the settings on the laser so that it affects only one layer at a time. This prevents overheating of the skin layers and also keeps the lower layers from becoming too damaged. The laser beam can be directed to affect only certain cells while leaving others unaffected.
Consultation and Treatment
We will outline the procedure during the consultation. We examine the face closely and listen to the client's concerns. If the problem is skin texture and wrinkles, we may choose a treatment that involves only the removal of the upper skin layers. If dark spots and deeper scarring are the problem, we can design the treatment to remove tissue that lies beneath the epidermis.
Laser skin rejuvenation treatments are performed in the comfort of our office. We will apply local numbing agents to the skin before performing the procedure. The newer tissue creation will take a while, but the end result is smoother skin with less noticeable discolored patches. Depending on the situation, a single laser skin rejuvenation treatment can yield results that last for a long time.
Treat Skin Irregularities Without Surgery
Laser skin rejuvenation isn't surgery because there is no skin ablation or repositioning involved. Instead, the procedure is more like a peel treatment. It's a simple means to smooth the facial skin and create a more evenly-toned surface. Schedule a consultation at Supriya MD Dermatologist to learn more information about laser skin rejuvenation. Contact us today to book an appointment at our office in West Palm Beach or Jupiter.