8 important things you should know:
- When should laser skin peeling be done?
- Can treatments hurt or not
- Having a darker skin does not necessarily prevent laser resurfacing
- Does it matter who does your skin laser?
- Certain medications or conditions that affect the skin’s reaction to laser therapy
- Different lasers are optimized for skin problems and types: CO2 lasers, Erbium lasers, pulsed color lasers, fractional IPL lasers (intense pulsed light)
- Plan to have several treatments
- Depending on the type of treatment, you may need some rest.
What is peeling or skin rejuvenation with laser?
Laser skin rejuvenation is a proven method to help reduce wrinkles, age spots, acne scars, and other blemishes, as well as tighten skin and balance skin tone.
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When should laser skin peeling be done?
Did you know that autumn is known as “laser season”? Since lasered skin is sensitive to sunlight for up to a year after some procedures, many cosmetic surgeons recommend
In autumn or winter, when the daylight hours are shorter and you spend most of your time indoors, laser rejuvenation should be done.
Regardless of what season of the year you do your laser, use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher daily and be sure to reapply after 2-3 hours. It is not only to keep the best your results help, but also protect against skin cancer and prevent premature aging.
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Can treatments hurt or not?
Laser treatment can cause redness or spotting in the area, depending on the type of laser and skin type and care you do after the treatment.
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laser rejuvenation is done fore dark skin?
A common misconception is that laser skin rejuvenation is only safe for fair skin. While it is true that lasers carry a greater risk of cell damage or discoloration in darker skin, there are safe and effective options for darker skin. For lighter-toned African American, Hispanic, or Asian skin tones, erbium laser resurfacing can be a good option with a lower risk of scarring. Patients with brown or darker skin, other options for skin rejuvenation, such as microneedling, can be considered.
The best safe and effective rejuvenation method for your skin type will be determined by your dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon.
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Does it matter who does your skin laser?
In the hands of an experienced and knowledgeable specialist, laser rejuvenation is a surefire way to dramatically improve the appearance of the skin , if you In the hands of an untrained person, lasers can be ineffective or even dangerous.
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Do certain medications or conditions affect the skin’s reaction to the laser?
Always tell your doctor about your medical history and any medications or supplements you take.
For example, if you are prone to cold sores, laser therapy may cause cold sores. Anti-acne medications that contain isotretinoin (eg, Accutane) can lead to poor skin repair or laser scarring. Diabetes and other chronic diseases can also affect safety and results with lasers. It should also be Quit smoking at least 2 weeks before and after laser treatment to avoid complications from the treatment.
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Different lasers are optimized for skin problems and types:
The reason there are different laser options is that no laser can treat all patients and all skin problems.
CO2 laser: CO2 lasers are generally ablative lasers that are used to treat scars, warts,wrinkles and other deeper skin defects are used.
Erbium laser: Erbium (Er:YAG) lasers can be ablative or nonablative. They stimulate collagen regeneration and are popular options for treating fine lines, wrinkles and loose skin. Fotona laser has erbium wavelength.
When choosing a laser skin treatment, consider what skin problems you want to treat and what you expect from the treatment. The good news is that you don’t have to figure this out on your own. Your dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon can recommend the best treatment based on your skin type.
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You need multiple treatments to get the best results.
While in some cases, one laser treatment will address the patient’s concerns, most lasers require a series of treatments to produce the most satisfactory results. For example, in addition to CO2 laser or Fotona, PRP or mesofillers are also used.
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Depending on the laser treatment, you may need to stay away from work for a while.
Although laser treatments are non-surgical methods, not all of them are without a recovery period. Time to improve the site of Lasers differ based on the type of laser used and the level of health and recovery of the individual.
Non-ablative lasers usually do not require downtime, while ablative lasers can, depending on laser depth requires 1 to 3 weeks of recovery time.
This doesn’t mean you have to stay at home all the time. It just means your skin will be red and scaly. You may not feel comfortable in certain social situations and you should modify your activities to avoid situations where there is a possibility of infection (swimming, gym and etc.) avoid.
Regarding pre- and post-operative care, refer to the section (pre- and post-operative care)
