Laser Facial Resurfacing

This Procedure smoothes the face and fine wrinkles using a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser device that treats layers of damaged skin.

Resurfacing softens lines around the eyes and mouth and minimizes facial scars and unevenly pigmented areas. With a pulsed beam from a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser, the surgeon actually vaporizes the outermost layer of skin in a carefully controlled fashion. Laser light penetrates to a very precise, controlled depth, making the procedure relatively safe, bloodless and predictable. Pain is usually minimal.

Most procedures are done on an outpatient basis, under local anesthesia. Post-operative care is usually limited to ice packs and ointments.