Skin Resurfacing

This is a procedure carried out to treat a number of skin lesion problems.

In the procedure, short pulses of laser beams are emitted to gently remove damaged, scarred or wrinkled layers of skin by directing the laser to deep or superficial layers of the skin which helps improve the skin texture, tone and appearance. The heat of the laser may stimulate production of collagen, which gives the skin its elasticity.

Laser resurfacing treatment can help reduce the appearance of scars, wrinkled skin due to aging, be used to treat skin growths, birthmarks, scars, discoloration and wrinkling due to aging.

This treatment is done within a 4 week interval monthly and the healing process may take up to few days or weeks. Note that the bigger the treatment area, the longer the recovery time. Some side effects will be experienced but by following the doctor’s post care instructions, no concerning side effects will be experienced.

You should talk to your dermatologist if you have any medical condition as well as any medication you are currently on before going ahead with the procedure.