Friday, August 1, 2014

Facts About Total Laser Resurfacing Patients Should Know

By Sharron Cantu


As people grow older their skin ages, with lines and wrinkles forming on the face. Many individuals do not welcome these signs of getting older and seek ways to minimize them. A total laser resurfacing treatment is one approach that offers patients a younger-looking, rejuvenated complexion. It can be done with very little discomfort and heals more quickly than many other methods. Cincinnati Ohio clients who are considering this treatment should first learn all that's involved in it.

Although different models of lasers can be used for this procedure, one that offers the best results is the Erbium laser. The uppermost layer of skin, the epidermis is ablated to reveal the new, healthy layer underneath and the production of collagen is stimulated which contributes to the skin being tighter and firmer. The treatment can easily be adjusted to meet the specific skincare needs of the patient.

Most people who have fine lines and wrinkles on their hands, chest, back, neck, or face which trouble them will be suitable candidates for this procedure. Results are usually quite remarkable with a notable improvement in the appearance of one's skin, but the the clinician performing the treatment will first explain it fully to the patient so he or she know what to expect.

Besides being very safe and approved by the FDA, this anti-aging treatment also has very little incidence of associated side effects and it heals much faster than many other comparable methods. It is normal to expect some tenderness and discoloration of the skin following the procedure, and it may also feel swollen and crusts may form, but these are part of the process and fade quickly.

In comparison to other treatments used for this purpose such as microdermabrasion or a micro laser peel, this method offers much more dramatic results with only one application. Thus one must undergo more treatments to achieve the same effect. Erbium laser resurfacing has a deeper impact on the epidermis, which is why it produces superior results.

One treatment may be all that is needed for many people to experience skin that has a smoother texture and greater elasticity. Depending on the particular skin conditions, some patients may be advised to undergo additional treatments for even more outstanding results.

The discomfort from the procedure is minimal, which means that an anesthetic is generally not required, although sometimes a topical may be applied. Patients who feel nervous may be given sedation if desired to help them relax. The area does not need to be bandaged after, however the patient will be instructed how to follow a specific care regimen using a special cleanser, emollient and barrier cream, and sun block to protect the skin.

The time required to recover fully from the treatment is dependent on the type of skin the patient has and how deep the ablation was. Most patients are back to normal in three to seven days time. Choosing to have the procedure done near the end of a work week is often wise, as by the next Monday one should be totally healed. Some patients may still have redness to the skin, but this can normally be disguised with some mineral-based cosmetics.




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