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Laser Skin Resurfacing

Introducing the Sciton Profile Laser System
One of the best laser instruments is now available for your individualized needs. This is a state of the art machine that is able to deliver a range of services:

• Superficial peels
  
• Treatment of facial veins and redness
  
• Treatment of dark sun spots
  
• Treatment of neck aging
  
• Treatment of fine wrinkles of face, hand and neck
  
• Laser hair removal for dark skin colors

Who is a candidate for laser skin resurfacing?

• If you have fine facial skin wrinkles.
  
• If you have areas of hyperpigmentation ( age spots)
  
• If you have uneven skin as a result of acne scarring.
  
• If you have sun damaged skin.

Intended results of laser skin resurfacing

• Smoother, more youthful appearing skin of more uniform color.
  
• Marked improvement of the acne scarring.

Laser skin resurfacing procedure description

• The procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia
  and sedation.
  
• The 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.
  
• Most patients will undergo preoperative skin conditioning to reduce postoperative pigmentary changes.

Recuperation and healing following laser skin resurfacing

• You will be seen by our skin care specialist and will be provided with a package of the entire necessary postoperative medication regimen. Specific instructions about each of these are provided.
  
• Depending on the location, for the first 24 hours the areas are covered with a tape
  like material.
  
• The above postoperative treatment will prevent formation of a crust or scab. Healing will be complete in 7-10 days.
  
• Redness (pink color) will usually last 1-3 weeks depending on your complexion. Provided in the postoperative package is medically formulated make up that can fully cover the fading pink color of the skin during the recuperation time.
  
• Some redness can persist for 30 days.

Other options besides laser skin resurfacing

• Other facial procedures such as Blepharoplasty (eyelid lift), Facelift, Rhinoplasty, and Cheek Implants can be performed at the same time.