Laser Skin Resurfacing

[anney]

Laser skin resurfacing, also know as a laser peel, laser vaporization and lasabrasion, can reduce facial wrinkles, scars and blemishes. Newer laser technologies give your plastic surgeon a new level of control in laser surfacing, permitting extreme precision, especially in delicate areas. Laser skin resurfacing can improve minor facial flaws, such as:

Fine lines or wrinkles around or under your eyes, forehead or mouth, Scars from acne or chickenpox, Non-responsive skin after a facelift, Aged or sun-damaged skin, Liver spots, Improve your complexion if you have yellowish or grayish skin tones, Warts, Birthmarks such as linear epidermal nevi, Enlarged oil glands on the nose.

It's all about using beams of light. Your surgeon uses the laser to send short, concentrated pulsating beams of light at irregular skin. This removes unwanted, damaged skin in a very precise manner one layer at a time. Laser skin resurfacing's targeted approach means there are fewer problems with hypopigmentation, or a lightening of skin for procedures such as laser acne scar removal.

The laser beam used in laser skin resurfacing will remove your outer layer of skin, called the epidermis. It simultaneously heats the underlying skin, called the dermis. This action works to stimulate growth of new collagen fibers. As the treated area heals, the new skin that forms is smoother and firmer.

 

[mikaelad]

Yes, you're right on. It's a very cool procedure. One thing you forgot to mention though is who is the best candidate for this surgery. I think these doctor's sum it up best on their laser skin resurfacing page:

Quote:"If you have fine lines around your eyes from the natural movement of your face from squinting, blinking or just the aging process then laser resurfacing can help enhance your appearance. Do you have the fine vertical creases above the mouth also known as lipstick lines?"


Hope that helps anyone whose reading know what it works best on.