What You Should Know about Non-Ablative Fractionated Resurfacing
Collagen and elastin are important components of supple, youthful-looking skin. As we age, our body’s natural production slows down, allowing the fine lines and wrinkles to appear. If you are looking for a non-invasive way to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scarring, sagging skin, or uneven texture, look no further than non-ablative fractionated resurfacing from the Skin & Vein Institute in Encinitas, California. Fractional laser skin resurfacing is a great way to increase collagen and elastin levels and take years off your appearance.
Ablative vs. Non-Ablative
Ablative laser treatments are a more invasive treatment that vaporizes the skin. While effective in many scenarios, ablative lasers can be painful and require significant downtime. On the other hand, non-ablative treatments do not vaporize the skin but rather they heat the skin which results in less downtime.
Fractionated lasers use hundreds of tiny micro beams of energy to create deep, controlled tissue heating while leaving gaps of untreated tissue. When surrounded by healthy tissue, the injured tissue heals much faster.
Candidates for Non-Ablative Laser Resurfacing
Non-ablative lasers are perfect for improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, mild pigmentation issues, and skin texture and tone. It’s an excellent choice for patients who are:
- Showing mild to moderate signs of aging
- Want faster healing with minimal downtime
- Want to have one treatment done that produces noticeable results
Things to know before the procedure
During your consultation, the doctor will perform a medical exam and discuss the appropriate expectations for treatment. Before the procedure, it’s important to avoid excessive sun exposure or artificial tanning booths, and eliminate the use of perfumes or deodorants that may irritate the treatment area.
Following the procedure
Most patients can return to normal daily activities immediately following treatment. Redness can be covered with make-up, and the treatment area should be kept moisturized. A cold compress can be used to help with any pain, and sun exposure should be avoided.
Results are gradual and may take several months to take full effect. A maintenance plan is often created with a medical grade skin care routine to maintain your results.
Call Skin & Vein Institute today
Aging is inevitable, but older-looking skin doesn’t have to be. If you are in the Encinitas, CA area and want to learn more about the benefits of non-ablative fractional laser skin resurfacing, call us at (760) 452-2080 or email us at [email protected] .
