Laser Resurfacing

Do you have dull skin and/or facial lines and wrinkles that make you look older than you feel? Do brown spots or other skin irregularities trouble you? Deceptive advertising and un-scientific, un-proven claims surrounding beauty products is terribly rampant. Billions of dollars are spent each year on skin care products that are not very effective or even healthy for your skin. If you have not been treated with efficacious, medical grade skin care products and you are dissatisfied with the appearance of your skin or if you have reached maximum benefit using medical grade skin care and signs of skin aging persist, then schedule a skin care consultation with Dr. Mitchell.

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Are you tired of over-the-counter beauty products that never live up to advertised claims?.

Laser Resurfacing is a great solution for those looking to rejuvenate and restore their skin. Learn more about the benefits, procedure and recovery with our Frequently Asked Questions below.

FAQs About Laser Resurfacing

What is facial skin laser resurfacing?

CO2 laser technology is a method of resurfacing the skin. Laser peels have the ability to rejuvenate the facial skin unlike any topical skin care product. CO2 laser resurfacing involves the application of a CO2 laser wavelength to the skin to wound the epidermis and dermis in a controlled fashion. Fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing is a revolutionary adaptation to the time-tested gold standard CO2 resurfacing procedure.CO2 resurfacing is a precise, effective and long-lasting method for skin rejuvenation.The carbon dioxide (CO2) laser ablates the skin, layer by layer, permitting clear definition and optimal depth control of the skin.Recent advances in the delivery of the CO2 wavelength has made it possible to deliver predictable results matched with an individuals desires, skin type and allotted downtime.The goal of CO2 laser resurfacing is to have the skin regenerate with an even surface and pigmentation.This treatment targets dyschromia (skin color variations), lines, wrinkles, scars, dermal lesions (deeper skin abnormalities) and stimulates long-term collagen remodeling.The clinical results clearly indicate the global improvement in the appearance of the skin, with a reduction in solar lentigines (brown or "sun spots"), actinic keratoses (pre-cancerous lesions) and rhytids (wrinkles). An improvement in overall pigmentation and skin tone (tightness) is commonly achieved.After treatment, microscopic examination typically demonstrates a more youthful and healthy appearing skin structure.

How are laser peels performed?

What is a CO2 laser?

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What are some considerations prior to undergoing facial skin resurfacing?

What are the risks and potential complications of CO2 laser skin resurfacing?

What is a Physician prescribed home skin health care regimen?

I want to freshen up my skin but I don’t want a long healing time. What options are available?

How do I prepare for laser resurfacing?

What is the post-operative care after undergoing CO2 laser resurfacing?

Downtime is predictable and should be balanced with patient expectations and skin type. It is important that you be sufficiently prepared for your post-peel recovery period. Complete written post-operative instructions will be provided prior to your chemical peel or laser resurfacing.In addition, our staff is available 24 hours a day to answer your questions. The discomfort experienced from CO2 laser resurfacing is temporary. Healing at home is painless. The burning feeling from a CO2 resurfacing lasts from one to three hours after the procedure. You will be instructed to wash your face twice daily without rubbing off any skin.Applying antiseptic compresses is instructed in some cases. A moisturizer or a thicker emollient will be used.You will be instructed to minimize facial expression and to sleep on your back for the first two or more nights. Deeper peels require more aggressive home care while superficial peels require little initial care.Healing time can be delayed by patient factors such as picking or rubbing the skin or by making too much facial expression that can lead to cracking of the scabs. The first stage of healing is complete when the epidermis has been restored(reepithelialization) and the skin can tolerate topical treatment with hydroquinone and tretinoin (Retin-A). In the next stage of healing, dermal changes, including collagen production and alignment and neovascularization take place for two to six weeks. For that reason, the results of the peel should not be judged until then. You will experience tightness in the face and/ or neck for the first week.For the first day or two you should eat a soft diet until the tightness improves. While looking at your face in the mirror is allowed, please do not obsess about your initial appearance. Everyone experiences a temporary surprise when viewing a reddened or swollen appearance in the mirror. Remember that a more attractive, youthful "you" will show through in several days. Ice bags should NEVER be used against the skin. Applying ice directly to the skin may result in skin death.Showering is allowed but avoid being struck on the face by the shower water while bathing. Remember, the face will be gently washed twice daily using a gentle cleanser and then patted dry. Gentle shampoo may be used. Glasses can be worn as long as the stems do not irritate your skin or ears.

Why should I choose Dr. Mitchell to perform my chemical peel or laser resurfacing?

See these before and after images to get an idea of the success other patients have found with Dr. Mitchell and his team.

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Skin Type	Skin Color	Characteristics
I	White; very fair; red or blond hair; blue eyes; freckles	Always burns, never tans
II	White; fair; red or blond hair; blue, hazel, or green eyes	Usually burns, tans with difficulty
III	Cream white; fair with any eye or hair color; very common	Sometimes mild burn, gradually tans
IV	Brown; typical Mediterranean Caucasian skin	Rarely burns, tans with ease
V	Dark Brown; mid-eastern skin types	Very rarely burns, tans very easily
VI	Black	Never burns, tans very easily