CO2 Laser For Acne Scars
Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing
CO2 Laser for acne scars is evidently considered to be one of the biggest breakthroughs in cosmetic treatments. This technique is minimally invasive and helps regenerate the skin; significantly improving its tone, texture and general appearance.
Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing is a treatment that uses lasers to correct and treat a wide range of skin problems and wrinkles that come with age.
These skin problems include: fine lines, deep lines, wrinkles, large skin pores, surgical scars and acne, poor skin tone and texture, uneven skin pigmentations, stretch marks, melasma and pearly penile papules.
Non-Ablative Fraxel Laser resurfacing
This type of laser treatments goes deep into the skin epidermis and works by stimulating production of collagen. Collagen is a protein tissue that causes the skin to plump up and the stimulated production fills in the lines and wrinkles on skin resulting in a tighter, smoother and firmer youthful-looking skin.
Non-ablative fraxel laser treatment works within the skin and promotes the natural production of collagen using light energy to create little pinpricks deep in the epidermis. There is minimal pain or discomfort and no downtime because even though patients may experience redness or discomfort for a few days, they are able to wear makeup and go on with their day. Usually a single session treatment can be completed in an hour.
This is a great option for non-smoking patients (or those who are able to quit smoking) whose wrinkles are not severe and patients who do not have the downtime.
Non abrasive treatment is limited to wrinkles and skin problems on the face and is not ideal for people who have severe wrinkles and skin problems.
Fractional CO2 Resurfacing as Treatment for Acne Scars
Fractional CO2 lasers are usually very effective in resurfacing skin with acne scars. Fractional CO2 lasers are more powerful than Fraxel lasers and are therefore much more effective in reversing the effects of sun and age damage as well as acne scarring.
They create ‘holes of damage’ on scarred or damaged areas on the skin which enhances the skin to heal faster, hence restoring the damaged parts with new healthy skin.
Making the Right Choice for Laser Facial
If you are considering using laser technology to address problem areas on your skin, it is very important to know that the safety and effectiveness of the treatment you will get will chiefly depend on the expertise and experience of the medical professional you choose. Today, there are many laser resurfacing options available and like in any other field, low-cost substandard fixes are very common.
Many patients make the mistake of choosing a professional based on the cost of treatment alone. The problem with a “cheap fix” is that most patients end up with substandard treatments and ultimately end up having to spend even much more money later on to correct the poor results.
Ablative Fractional CO2 Lasers
These are powerful lasers that are used to resurface the skin by creating tiny holes on the skin which work by prompting the skin to heal and peel off damaged cells and expose a new healthy skin.
Ablative fractional lasers reach deep into the tissues and causes significant scaling, crusting and peeling of the skin. The lasers deliver very intense light beams into the skin that basically destroys the outer most layer of the skin. This stimulates the production of collagen as the skin heals and restructures itself.
This type of laser treatment is ideal for treating and improving undesirable lesions, severe wrinkles, sunspots, fine lines and acne scars. It also dramatically improves the tone and texture as well as the elasticity of the skin.
Although this treatment anesthesia and a considerable downtime (1 to 2 weeks) for the skin to recover, it remains the number one choice for people who are looking to reverse negative changes in their skin as a result of aging and severe imperfections on the skin. By vaporizing or killing the outermost layer of the skin surface, the fractional CO2 lasers initiate healing process and new skin growth. The age related damage and imperfections will become less noticeable on the new healthy skin.
Laser Facial for Acne Scars Results
Although results are progressive and become more and more prominent in the months following treatment as the skin continues to heal and regenerate from inside, immediate results can be visible after about a week. Fractional CO2 lasers are effective; they are safe for all types of skin.
Results vary between patients depending on the extent of damage or scarring as well as the age of the patients and condition of the skin. For more information on Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing, contact us today. Dr. Nagi Safa will help you figure out if you are a candidate for this type of treatment and the exact type of laser resurfacing that will be most beneficial for you.
