What Is Laser Skin Resurfacing? How Does It Work?

Laser skin resurfacing is one of the best medico-aesthetic treatments, popular around the world for its efficacy and results. The treatment harnesses the power of concentrated lasers to precisely target various skin concerns, including sunburn, dark spots, acne scars, wrinkles, fine lines and so on.[1] This treatment aims to rejuvenate the skin texture and improve complexion. The laser beams help remove the damaged outer layers of the target area by stimulating new collagen production. This increased collagen tightens the skin, making it smooth and even-toned.

Experts use two main types of lasers for the treatment:

• Ablative laser, which vaporises the skin and stimulates collagen production in the skin.
• A non-ablative laser, which heats the underlying dermis and encourages collagen production without removing the top damaged layer of skin.

Who Is An Ideal Candidate?

Laser resurfacing works on almost all skin types. Anyone suffering from the concerns mentioned above and over 18 years of age can opt for this procedure. However, it is not advisable for pregnant and lactating women. Clients under specific medication or those who are prone to hypertrophic scars or keloids may not be suitable candidates for this procedure.

Benefits Of Laser Skin Resurfacing:

Here are the top seven benefits of laser skin resurfacing treatment:

• Safety:

The laser skin resurfacing treatment is an absolute safe treatment. It has been widely accepted and used as a cosmetic solution for the majority of skin concerns related to tone and texture.

• Stimulates Collagen Production:

The laser skin resurfacing treatment triggers collagen production in the treated area. This offers natural skin improvement results.

• No Downtime:

The treatment has nil downtime. One can resume regular activities after the treatment is over.

• Non-Invasive:

The laser skin resurfacing treatment doesn’t involve any cuts or stitches. It is a non-invasive treatment that can be performed during lunch-hour.

• Quick Treatment:

One need not spend more than 90 minutes for the treatment.

• Long-lasting Results:

Compared to any other traditional skin treatments, laser skin resurfacing will offer lasting results. You can further retain the smoothness of the skin with follow-up sessions.

• No Side Effects:

There are no major side effects from the treatment to worry about, as long as an experienced dermatologist is involved in the process. One may experience transient redness and swelling in the treated area and you can manage it with topical creams and cold compress as prescribed in the post-care instructions.

Body Areas That Laser Skin Resurfacing Can Treat

Dermatologists can perform laser skin resurfacing on the following body areas:  

• Face: To treat acne scars, chicken-pox scars, post-traumatic scars, burn scars, surgical scars, hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles etc.
• Neck, Arms, And Chest: To treat marks secondary to acne, chickenpox, age spots, uneven skin tone due to suntan etc.