Ablative Fractional Resurfacing
How Does Fractional Ablative Skin Resurfacing Work?
This laser delivers deep columns of small microbeams into the epidermis (top layer of skin) and dermis (deeper layer of skin). When this happens the microbeams effectively remove or ablate damaged skin in specific microtheramal zones, while leaving small areas of healthy skin in between. The healthy skin surrounding the treatment zone promotes a high rate of skin rejuvenation and significantly aids in healing while decreasing patient downtime as compared to the traditional ablative laser resurfacing procedures. Results of this procedure are noticeable, and ultimately positive.
What Does The Fractional Laser Treat?
Fractional Ablative Skin Resurfacing is a highly effective, one to two treatment procedure used to remove coarse and fine wrinkles, reduce acne scarring, alleviate dark pigmentation and improve the overall textural appearance of the skin. Improvement of the skin’s appearance continues for up to 6 months after the procedure.
What are the risks involved with Ablative Fractional Resurfacing?
This is an invasive procedure and the drawbacks to using the ablative skin resurfacing method include reddened raw-appearing skin, an increase in the risk of infection, and a minimum of four to five days of downtime until the skin is completely healed. Redness, warmth, tightness, and swelling are normal side effects in the treated areas.
Is the procedure painful?
There is only minimal discomfort during the procedure. A topical anesthetic is applied for 1-hour prior to the resurfacing treatment. No oral sedation or hospitalization is required. Ice packs are used following treatment to decrease redness, swelling, and warmth.
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