Laser skin resurfacing reduces signs of aging, sun damage, and minor skin flaws and is an excellent tool for people to reach their personal cosmetic goals.
Genetics, age, environmental toxins, and sun exposure can lead to various skin conditions, including brown spots, pigmented lesions, poor texture, wrinkles, fine lines, and skin laxity. Dr. Thompson customizes facial treatments with laser technology to provide various benefits for these and other skin conditions. Lasers are used to create a controlled, superficial injury in the skin. This triggers the production of collagen, and the new skin forms smoother and tighter as you heal.
The result is the removal and reduction of unwanted age spots, wrinkles, fine lines, and scars from acne. Since no two patients have the same skin condition, a treatment plan can be tailored to your unique needs.
What is the cost of a laser resurfacing procedure?
Are there any associated risks with laser resurfacing?
Are the results permanent?
The cost of laser resurfacing varies widely, depending on the resurfacing procedure, the number of treatment sites, and the patient’s goals.
Ablative laser resurfacing uses light energy to eliminate the upper reaches of the skin and can lead to unwelcome consequences such as redness, itching, and swelling. There are risks associated with the procedure, which may include bleeding, infection, changes in skin color, and scarring. Non-ablative laser resurfacing, which does not remove the outer layers of the skin, can also cause side effects, including skin color changes, mild swelling, and redness. Individuals with an autoimmune disease, a tendency to form scars, or a history of cold sores, as well as those with a darker skin tone, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding, might not be the best candidates for laser skin resurfacing. However, there are other effective treatment options that you can discuss with Dr. Thompson.
Reducing signs of aging and improving your skin’s youthful appearance can be achieved through laser skin treatments. However, the natural aging process will continue after treatment, and you may develop new lines or pigmentation over time. Proper sun protection will help preserve results over a longer period of time. During your private consultation, Dr. Thompson will explain the anticipated results and the aftercare requirements.
During a private consultation with Dr. Thompson in Denver, CO, patients can share their concerns and desires for their treatment plan. He will then review your medical history and examine your skin to determine the best treatment options for clearer, brighter, younger-looking skin. Patients who want quicker, more dramatic results may benefit from resurfacing the deeper layers of the skin. Patients who require shorter recovery time and are willing to wait for progressive improvement may benefit from gentler resurfacing treatments instead. Dr. Thompson creates a plan that’s tailored to your unique needs.
Laser resurfacing treatment recovery time varies depending on several different factors. Non-ablative treatments may not require any downtime, but ablative lasers involve a longer healing process depending on the depth of the procedure. Dr. Thompson will provide each patient with laser aftercare instructions.
Depending on the treatment, daily care may include the application of cool compresses, ice packs, healing ointment, skin soaks, avoiding heavy exercise, medication to relieve discomfort, and antihistamines to calm itching. Patients are not restricted to bed rest, but their skin may be initially red or scabbed, depending on the treatment details. Patients are to avoid makeup, sunblock, or other products besides those listed in the aftercare instructions until the doctor sees them for their follow-up appointment. Many patients modify their activities to avoid certain social situations until their skin shows improvement and the redness has faded or can be concealed with makeup.
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