Laser Resurfacing
Serving San Francisco, San Jose, & Walnut Creek, California
In laser resurfacing, sometimes called "laser peel," a carbon
dioxide (CO2) laser is used to remove areas of damaged or wrinkled skin,
layer by layer. The laser resurfacing procedure is most commonly used to minimize the appearance
of fine lines, especially around the mouth and eyes. However, it is also
effective in treating facial scars or areas of uneven pigmentation.
Laser resurfacing may be performed on the whole face or in specific regions. Often the procedure is done in conjunction with another cosmetic operation, such as a face lift or eyelid surgery.
Laser resurfacing is performed using a beam of laser energy which vaporizes the upper layers of damaged skin at specific and controlled levels of penetration.
All resurfacing treatments work essentially the same way. First, the outer layers of damaged skin are stripped away. Then, as new cells form during the healing process, a smoother, tighter, younger-looking skin surface appears.
Men and women of all ages can benefit from laser resurfacing. The ideal patient for laser resurfacing has fair, healthy, non-oily skin.
Patients with olive skin, brown skin or black skin may be at increased risk for pigmentation changes no matter what type of resurfacing method is recommended.
To inquire further about laser resurfacing or to schedule a complimentary skin rejuvenation consultation, please call our cosmetic surgery office at 415-781-2081 or fill out our cosmetic surgery online form.
For questions about Financing options please see our cosmetic surgery finance page.
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