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wrinkles and pigment change due to sun
damage. |
The
laser can be directed to trace specific
areas or more commonly the whole face
excluding the neck. |
Introduction
Laser resurfacing can give excellent results
in treating fine superficial wrinkles around
the mouth, eyes & cheeks. It is a treatment
to improve skin texture for whole or partial
face with the removal of acne scars, blemishes,
multiple lines and sun-damaged skin with approximately
50% improvement.
How does it work?
The top layers of damaged and wrinkled skin
are removed revealing a younger and more youthful
appearance.
What areas can be treated?
Deep laugh and frown creases can be softened,
some acne and surgical scars can be minimised,
fine lines around the eyes and mouth can be
smoothed. The laser can also be used in conjunction
with face lifts and eyelid surgery to smooth
any fine lines that would normally remain.
How is the treatment performed?
As the laser beam is used, it feels like an
elastic band hitting the skin. The laser vaporises
the upper skin layers, which allows the skin
to regenerate in a more organised fashion to
produce a softer, less wrinkled surface.
How long will the treatment and recovery
take?
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic
and can last from a few seconds up to a few
hours depending on the area of skin being treated.
If the procedure is combined with other cosmetic
surgery a general anaesthetic may be required.
Generally patients enjoy a short recovery time
after skin resurfacing with minimal disruption
of their routine.
Are there any side effects?
As with any medical procedure there can be side
effects. There will be an initial redness which
will fade in a few weeks to light pink, this
is easily camouflaged with cosmetics and usually
disappears completely in one to three months.
Some swelling may occur and rarely there may
be a change in skin pigmentation in treated
areas (lightening or darkening).
Need more information about laser skin resurfacing?
If you would like more information about laser
skin resurfacing offered by our NHS Consultant,
or whether laser skin resurfacing is right for
you, please contact
us today.
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