Laser Skin Resurfacing

Pulsating Beams Of Light Vaporize Damaged Skin Cells

The gradual development of facial wrinkles, whether fine surface lines or deeper creases and folds, is the classic early sign of accumulated skin damage and inevitable aging. In addition, premature aging and wrinkling of the skin may be accelerated by excessive exposure to the sun and other elements.

This is more common now than ever.

Fortunately, facial plastic surgery can reverse the effects of both aging and sun damaged skin. At Atlanta Face & Body, Laser Skin Resurfacing is used to removed the damaged skin cells that can contribute to fine lines and wrinkles.

Laser Skin Resurfacing may also improve the pitted look of acne scars and remove pre-cancerous skin growths called keratoses.

Are You a Candidate for Laser Resurfacing?

You may be a candidate for Laser Skin Resurfacing if:

• Your skin has been damaged by sun
• You have acne scars
• You have wrinkles you’d like removed or softened
• You look older than you think you should

When you schedule a consultation, our staff will explain the procedure in detail and give you an idea of expected outcomes.

How the Skin Resurfacing Procedure Works

Fractional skin resurfacing with a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser removes portions of the epidermis and penetrates into the papillary dermis, stimulating healing with new collagen formation. The result is a smoothing of wrinkles with improved skin tone and texture. There is typically minimal discomfort. Depending on the number of areas to be treated, the procedure may take from half an hour to an hour.

Recovery

After the procedure, ointment is applied to keep the skin moist as it heals. Healing takes place over 3-7 days and resembles a sunburn for a few weeks..

Results

The technique can be effectively used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles from around the eyes, mouth and forehead, as well as shallow scars from acne.