Fractional lasers such as Clear + Brilliant or HALO heat the upper layers of skin without harming surrounding tissue, leading to less redness and swelling and faster recovery time.
As opposed to traditional CO2 lasers that may lead to bleached spots and scarring, fractional lasers like HALO provide effective wrinkle treatments while simultaneously improving skin tone, texture, and sun damage without much downtime.
1. Fraxel Laser
Fraxel laser therapy offers remarkable transformation for those suffering from extensive scarring or deep wrinkles, providing remarkable transformation through non-invasive skin resurfacing laser treatment of underlying tissues that trigger regeneration and collagen remodeling without harming surrounding structures. Fraxel is one of the most powerful options available to minimize wrinkles, scars, uneven skin tone and sun damage.
Our NYC patients appreciate this treatment’s multipurpose properties that help make the complexion appear healthier and more radiant. It works wonders on sunspots, dark spots and stretch marks alike! Our NYC patients love it because it makes a positive change for all skin types!
Before the procedure begins, we apply a topical anesthetic to reduce any potential discomfort during treatment. Next, we cover your eyes with protective covers before commencing with our session which could last anywhere between 15 minutes to an hour depending on its size.
At your treatment appointment, the nurse will utilize a laser wand, treating each zone of your face in two or three passes per pass of laser light pulsation. Following each pass, she’ll apply eye protection before beginning pulse laser pulses – you may feel slight stinging but rest easy knowing it won’t last forever! Once each pass has finished, they’ll wipe away numbing cream from your eyes before continuing your day as normal.
Remember, laser treatments such as Fraxel may worsen hyperpigmentation. To find the ideal treatments for you, we advise consulting our expert dermatologists at MMSkincare; their knowledgeable staff can identify which non-invasive laser therapies best suit your individual needs.
2. CO2 Laser
Carbon dioxide laser treatment is an amazing skin treatment, rejuvenating facial features by diminishing wrinkles, acne scars, dark aging spots and uneven skin tone. Collagen production increases, tightening skin tighter while diminishing fine lines as well as eliminating dark areas caused by sun damage while simultaneously decreasing pore size.
CO2 laser resurfacing uses a high-powered laser beam to penetrate deep into the skin and heat up cells, leading to tighter and smoother tissue formation than before – commonly referred to as laser skin resurfacing and used to address various skin concerns including:
CO2 laser treatment can be very successful for treating sebaceous hyperplasia (enlarged oil glands). The laser can effectively reduce bumps by burning and scraping away any extra tissue. Furthermore, CO2 lasers may also be used to effectively eliminate other skin growths like warts and fibromas.
Although laser treatment may be effective against numerous skin issues, there may be side effects. Some of these side effects include:
Hyperpigmentation, or darkening of the skin, is one of the primary side effects of CO2 laser treatments, typically appearing within 10 days post-laser treatment. To minimize its severity, patients should avoid direct sunlight after receiving laser treatment and apply broad spectrum sunscreen afterward; bleaching creams may also be utilized if necessary.
Redness and peeling may occur following CO2 laser treatments as part of their healing process, similar to what would happen after severe sunburning. However, this effect should usually be mild enough that it can be managed using over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or Tylenol for relief.
3. Pulsed Dye Laser
Pulsed dye laser treatment is an extremely effective and non-invasive solution for treating red spots, rosacea and broken capillaries. Furthermore, this laser therapy offers port wine stains and other birthmarks an ideal treatment option – providing safe yet lasting relief.
Pulsed dye lasers produce a focused beam of light that penetrates skin blood vessels and, to an extent, pigment (melanin). Once absorbed by these targets, light energy is converted into heat energy which destroys unwanted lesions such as blood vessels – known as selective photothermolysis – without harming surrounding tissue, providing skin rejuvenation without the risk of surface damage.
Pulsed dye laser therapy can be particularly useful for patients suffering from sebaceous hyperplasia – an expansion of oil glands on the sebaceous ducts characterized by yellow papules on cheeks and forehead that are easily treated using this laser, eliminating them within just several sessions.
Pulsed Dye Laser therapy can also be combined with photodynamic therapy to treat actinic keratoses and sun damage, stimulating collagen formation while improving facial elasticity and tone.
Laser specialists typically administer this procedure by applying a coolant to the skin before each laser pulse to reduce discomfort, often described as being similar to snapping of a rubber band against skin. A topical anesthetic may be recommended for children over 10 and the laser treatment takes only minutes with little down-time afterwards; post treatment, the area will feel similar to sunburned and should be protected using SPF 30 sunscreen or higher protection.
4. Acne Scar Removal
Acne scars can leave skin looking less than ideal, and while over-the-counter solutions exist for treating them, laser therapy may provide a superior approach. Laser treatment targets both scars and damage caused by acne outbreaks to both prevent future issues from emerging while helping your body heal any scarring that has already taken place.
Laser acne scar removal works by applying heat directly to scarred tissue, stimulating your body to produce new healthy skin cells without scars and discolorations. Furthermore, heat also encourages collagen production to help minimize pores – something which makes an immediate impactful difference to the way you appear! It should begin taking effect within several weeks and results should begin showing themselves.
There are various lasers used for treating scars, and your dermatologist will be able to recommend one specifically tailored to meet your individual needs and severity of scarring. Ablative lasers like an erbium YAG laser or carbon dioxide CO2 laser resurface the top layers where scarring occurs while non-ablative lasers such as Fraxel Dual or Clear and Brilliant do not remove skin, but target deeper layers in which scarring exists in order to promote new tissue growth.
Microdermabrasion, using a special machine to sand away the uppermost layer of skin like how sanders would remove wood, can also help improve the appearance of scarred areas on your body, but may require multiple sessions before all scarring is gone completely.
5. Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a gentle form of facial exfoliation that removes dead skin cells without harming delicate facial structures or creating any visible scars, clearing clogged pores, and eliminating blackheads. Microdermabrasion can also clear away clogged pores to eliminate blackheads. Microdermabrasion has proven useful in treating fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, brown spots, mild acne scarring as well as mild scarring from acne scarring treatments like chemical peels or laser therapy; its products penetrate further into your skin to treat these conditions effectively.
Microdermabrasion treatments involve cleansing the skin before small crystals are applied with a pen-like device or diamond tip sprinkling pen that release tiny crystals on it from a pen-like device or diamond tip, then dislodging and loosening dead skin cells before suctioning them away for removal. It’s one of the safest and least invasive forms of skin exfoliation; unlike chemical exfoliation it doesn’t cause redness or irritation to your skin – although you might feel some discomfort during treatments – while tightness may linger afterward but shouldn’t cause pain!
After receiving a microdermabrasion treatment, your top layer of skin will look more radiant and will become smoother, and if you suffer from hyperpigmentation it can lighten dark spots, making them appear less noticeable. Treatment sessions take only minutes and you can return to your daily activities right away after.
Dependent upon your condition, results of treatment can often be seen within just a few sessions. To obtain optimal results, generally five to eight treatments are necessary. Prior to beginning any exfoliative products such as retinols, glycolic acid or salicylic acid seven days should pass prior to any appointments being scheduled for therapy.
