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Laser resurfacing
is performed using a beam of laser energy, which vaporizes the
outer layers of damaged skin at specific and controlled levels
of penetration.
Laser resurfacing
can enhance your appearance and self-image, but it won't completely
remove all facial flaws or prevent you from aging. Lines that
occur as a result of natural movements of the face-smiling, squinting,
blinking, talking, and chewing-will inevitably recur. Dr. Kierney
can suggest ways to help you preserve your results by protecting
yourself from sun exposure and using maintenance treatments such
as Micropeels or medical facial treatments. Before you decide
to have laser resurfacing, discuss your expectations with Dr. Kierney.
Are
you a good candidate?
- If you
have fine or course wrinkles on your face.
- If you
have an uneven skin surface as a result of scarring acne or
small skin growths.
- If you
have areas of hyperpigmentation (age spots).
Intended
Results
- Smoother,
(decreased wrinkles) youthful appearing skin of more uniform
color.
Procedure
Description
- The procedure
is usually done on an outpatient basis under the appropriate
anesthesia.
- The pulsed
laser removes the superficial layers of the skin. The advantage
of the laser is that the depth of treatment is extremely controlled
and predictable.
- The laser
treatment also tightens the skin.
Recuperation
and Healing
- You will
be sent home with specific written instructions. The treated
areas are covered with a tape-like bandaging.
- The bandaging
post operatively will prevent formation of a crust or scab.
This will be for the first 7 days.
- Redness
(pink color) will usually last from 1 to 6 months.
- Makeup
can be worn in approximately 10 to 14 days.
Other
Options
Insurance
Guidelines
- This procedure
is considered cosmetic and is not covered by insurance. The
patient is responsible for the full payment.
Note
- The specific
risk and suitability of the procedure for a given individual
can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical
procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that
do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications
are unusual.
Photographs
- No photographs
are currently available for this procedure.
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