CO2 Laser Resurfacing of the Face

With advances in laser technology it is now possible to reduce, and in some cases remove, facial wrinkles, acne scars and other facial scars, and a variety of skin growths and blemishes. When used for skin rejuvenation, the carbon dioxide or Erbium-YAG resurfacing laser removes the sun-damaged skin layer-by-layer in a controlled manner. The old, damaged skin is replaced by new, smoother, more evenly toned skin. . The clinical effects of the CO2 laser are based on the principal of the incoming light being converted to heat. The heat generated from the laser is enough to vaporize the intracellular water of skin tissue, which will cause vaporization of the skin cells.

Who is suitable for laser resurfacing?

All wrinkles are reduced, but those caused by the sun, especially those around the eyes and lips respond best. It is never too late – or too early – to treat wrinkles once they are established. Acne scars and facial scars from surgery or trauma may be reduced but very deep scars may not be completely removed. Many benign skin growths and scaly patches on the face and elsewhere are removed with ease.

What areas can be treated?

While specific areas can be targeted, such as frown furrows, crow’s feet, laugh lines, smoker’s lines and fine wrinkling, full face resurfacing produces even more dramatic results.