Laser Skin resurfacing is known to be a technique for dramatically reducing any sun damage to the skin, uneven colored pigments, wrinkles, scarring, and reducing any aging lines. Dr. BYUN does not recommend getting these treatments regularly, as they can cause long-term muscle damage. However, A few treatments to repair a specific issue in the skin is fine. Dr. BYUN’s office does not currently have a laser in office, but will have laser days throughout the year, where lasers are utilized by Dr. BYUN and his team.

Laser Skin Resurfacing Procedure

Laser skin resurfacing is a procedure performed with a hand held device that can gently remove all damaged areas of the skins layers. While stimulating the growth of new cells. The Laser light will penetrate the skin with the combination of a controlled heating sensation and controlled depth until the desired results are achieved. The laser procedure not only removes unwanted lines or other imperfections, but also helps tighten and firm the skin giving you a smoother and more youthful look.

Laser Skin Resurfacing Anesthesia

General and local anesthesia can be used when the laser treatment takes place, depending on how severe the procedure will be, and how much discomfort the physician thinks the patient may experience.

Laser Skin Resurfacing After Care

Recovering from the laser procedure can take a patient about two or three weeks depending on how well the patient’s body responds to the treatment. Many patients may experience redness that can last a little longer than 2 weeks. During the healing process ice packing, cleansing and treatments with facial creams are recommended. As the patients new collagens are generating the skin will look more improved and full of life.