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Skin Resurfacing Laser resurfacing is performed using a beam of laser energy which vaporizes the upper layers of damaged skin at specific and controlled levels of penetration. Laser resurfacing may be performed in a hospital, an outpatient surgery center or a surgeon's office-based facility. Laser resurfacing is most commonly performed under local anesthesia with sedation, especially when it's used to treat localized areas of the face. www.plasticsurgery.org /public_education/procedures/SkinResurfacing.cfm   (1993 words)

CIGNA - Laser resurfacing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Laser resurfacing uses a laser to send out brief pulses of high-energy light that are absorbed by water and substances in the skin called chromophores. Laser resurfacing is usually done in a doctor's office or an outpatient surgery center. Laser resurfacing, chemical peel, and dermabrasion are the most commonly used techniques for improving the texture and appearance of the skin. www.cigna.com /healthinfo/aa63498.html   (1744 words)

Laser Resurfacing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) In laser resurfacing, a carbon dioxide (CO2) or erbium laser is used to remove fine wrinkles and treat facial scars or areas of uneven pigmentation. Laser resurfacing rejuvenates the skin through a beam of light energy that removes the upper layers of damaged skin. In general, ideal candidates for laser resurfacing are patients with facial wrinkles or fine wrinkles localized to the region of the eyes or mouth. www.mayoclinic.org /wrinkletreatments-jax/laser.html   (485 words)

eMedicine - Cutaneous Laser Resurfacing: Carbon Dioxide : Article by Robert S Bader, MD In addition to the laser parameters chosen, for example, clinical effect is also influenced by the number of laser passes delivered, the degree of pulse or scan overlap, the complete/incomplete removal of partially desiccated tissue between each laser pass, preoperative preparation, and postoperative wound care. Skin resurfacing with a pulsed or scanned carbon dioxide laser is largely used for improvement of fine or moderate rhytids. Because laser skin resurfacing can cause reactivation of latent herpes simplex infection or can predispose the patient to a primary infection during the reepithelialization phase of healing, surgeons are recommended to routinely prescribe the prophylactic use of an antiviral medication during the postoperative period, regardless of a patient's herpes simplex virus history. www.emedicine.com /derm/topic513.htm   (2755 words)

Laser Resurfacing - Information on OnlineSurgery In Laser resurfacing, a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser is used to remove areas of damaged or wrinkled skin, layer by layer. Laser resurfacing offers an alternative to traditional resurfacing methods like chemical peels, dermabrasion and can also work well in conjunction with or as an additional treatment to other cosmetic skin procedures such as chemical peels, facelift and eyelid surgery. Laser resurfacing can activate herpes virus infections ("cold sores") and, rarely, other types of infection, so one may need to be placed on maintenance doses of medications for cold sores before and after treatment. www.onlinesurgery.com /plasticsurgery/laser-resurfacing.asp   (849 words)

American Society for Dermatologic Surgery   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Laser resurfacing to improve cosmetic flaws, such as wrinkles, acne scars, and aging and sun-damaged skin, is the latest scientific breakthrough in skin rejuvenation. Dermatologic Surgeons have extensive experience with laser surgery and were among the first specialists to use lasers for skin renewal and treating a variety of skin disorders. Laser resurfacing offers an alternative to traditional resurfacing methods like dermabrasion, and can also work well in conjunction with or as an additional treatment to other cosmetic skin procedures such as chemical peels, blepharoplasty (eyelid) surgery and liposuction of the face and neck. www.asds-net.org /Patients/FactSheets/patients-Fact_Sheet-laser_resurfacing.html   (760 words)

Laser Skin Rejuvenation – Laser Skin Resurfacing Laser skin resurfacing is a popular cosmetic procedure that can help rejuvenate the skin and reduce the effects of the sun, aging, and some facial skin disorders. During the laser skin resurfacing procedure a laser is used to dissolve the molecular bonds of the damaged skin cells layer by layer until a smoother, more uniform skin appearance is achieved. Laser skin resurfacing recovery and results vary depending upon the type of laser that is being used and the size of the area you wish to have treated. www.docshop.com /education/dermatology/facial/skin-resurfacing   (955 words)

Herbal Luxuries - Laser Skin Resurfacing While laser resurfacing may be a potent approach to skin renewal, the results are generally quite dramatic and long lasting. CO laser resurfacing continues to be a method used for eliminating moderate to deep lines and creases due to aging and photo-damage. The effect of skin resurfacing using a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser is similar to the results obtained using chemical peels and dermabrasion. www.herballuxuries.com /laserresurfacing.htm   (852 words)

Information about Laser Skin Resurfacing? Taylor Plastic Surgery Center offers a wide range of procedures and techniques Laser skin resurfacing may also be used to remove abnormalities in the skin such as pigmented lesions or acne scars. Laser resurfacing to improve cosmetic flaws, such as wrinkles, acne scars, and aging and sun-damaged skin, is the latest scientific breakthrough in skin rejuvenation. Using a wand-like laser handpiece, undesired skin cells and wrinkles literally disappear in a puff of mist and are replaced by fresh skin cells. www.doctortaylor.com /face_laser_re.html   (601 words)

Laser Skin Resurfacing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Laser skin resurfacing may also be used to remove abnormalities in the skin such as pigmented lesions or acne scars. In this treatment, the Er:YAG laser is first used to remove the epidermis, followed by use of the CO laser to achieve contraction of underlying collagen. A combination of blepharoplasty (eye lift) and laser resurfacing might be used to rejuvenate the eye area. www.entcolumbia.org /laserskinresurf.htm   (853 words)

Laser Resurfacing Laser resurfacing is the latest break through in rejuvenation of the skin. The laser has the ability to produce one specific color of light, and the newest lasers can be tuned to precise and selective wavelengths allowing specific treatments and safety levels not previously available. Laser resurfacing is a highly effective method for eliminating wrinkles, flattening protruding acne scars, and improving aging and sun damaged skin. www.cosmeticskin.com /skin-laser.shtml   (917 words)

Laser resurfacing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Laser resurfacing is most commonly used to minimize the appearance of fine lines, especially around the mouth and the eyes. Details:In laser resurfacing, sometimes called "laser peel," a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser is used to remove areas of damaged or wrinkled skin, layer by layer. Anesthesia: Laser resurfacing is most commonly performed under local anesthesia with sedation, especially when it's used to treat localized areas of the face. www.plasticsurgerycan.com /laser-resurfacing.shtml   (827 words)

Laser Skin Resurfacing Laser skin resurfacing is an exciting medical procedure that corrects the effects of the sun, wind and time. Laser skin resurfacing may be performed in the office with local anesthesia when limited areas are treated. Lasers can be used to treat a variety of other skin conditions including the removal of age spots, freckles, moles, keloids, certain types of skin cancers, other skin growths and conditions as well as tattoos. www.adsci.com /laser_skin_resurfacing.htm   (565 words)

Review of laser skin resurfacing, results and cost Laser skin treatments is one of the resurfacing methods by which layers of damaged epidermis (lines, wrinkles, scarring, pigmentation and skin unevenness) is removed using laser energy. Laser skin reconstruction appears to achieve its best results as a spot treatment; patients expecting complete elimination of their acne scars will not be satisfied. Lasers of various types are used in treating stretch marks and seem to be a promising mode of treatment. www.acne-scars.ca /removals/laser-resurfacing.htm   (1107 words)

Laser Resurfacing Laser function is based on the principle that stimulation of electrons leads to photon emission. The clinical effects of the CO2 laser are based on the principal of the incoming light being converted to heat. Lasers needed to be developed that could shoot a pulse faster then the time needed for the target tissue to cool down to prevent excess heat transmission and scarring potential. www.dcmsonline.org /jax-medicine/1998journals/february98/laserresurfacing.htm   (1387 words)

Laser Resurfacing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Laser resurfacing is a skin care and rejuvenation procedure most commonly used to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, especially around the mouth and the eyes. Laser resurfacing uses a laser to remove areas of damaged or wrinkled skin, layer by layer. Sometimes called "laser peeling," laser resurfacing has significant advantages over traditional techniques for skin resurfacing that include: being a relatively bloodless procedure which offers more control in the depth of penetration of the skin's surface, and a new degree of precision and safety in treating delicate areas, such as around the lips and eyes. www.valentemd.com /Cosmetic/laserResurfacing.htm   (266 words)

Laser resurfacing: Effective wrinkle treatment - MayoClinic.com Resurfacing your skin with one of several techniques, such as a chemical peel, radiofrequency ablation or dermabrasion, may be the answer. Laser resurfacing — a popular option in the family of ablative (wounding) skin resurfacing techniques — removes the aged or sun-damaged skin to allow younger looking skin to grow in its place. Before scheduling laser resurfacing, you need to meet with your doctor to discuss the factors that determine whether this procedure is likely to work well for you. www.mayoclinic.com /health/laser-resurfacing/WO00008/UPDATEAPP=0   (1208 words)

Laser Resurfacing of Wrinkles and Scars Lasers used for resurfacing target water, which constitutes ~75% of the skin, thus vaporizing skin with each pass of the laser beam. Laser resurfacing is usually reserved for patients with moderate to severe damage not amenable to treatment with less invasive procedures, such as chemical peels. After the laser procedure, your physician will recommend an ointment to keep the healing areas moist and a dressing may be applied. www.bumc.bu.edu /Dept/Content.aspx?DepartmentID=364&PageID=6116   (515 words)

Laser resurfacing Seattle - Sam Naficy, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon A laser is a highly focused beam of pure light energy which may be used to carefully remove areas of sun-damaged skin (laser resurfacing). The Derma-K laser, used by Dr. Naficy for resurfacing, is capable of removing a layer of skin as thin as a fingerprint. Laser resurfacing by Sam Naficy, MD Laser resurfacing remains the 'gold standard' of all facial rejuvenation procedures aimed at improving skin quality. www.seattleface.com /html/laser_resurfacing.php   (1397 words)

Laser Resurfacing Sometime called "laser peel", laser resurfacing involves the use of a laser in removing, layer by layer, areas of the skin that are damaged or wrinkled. Laser resurfacing, which may be performed on the whole face or in specific areas, is often done in conjunction with other cosmetic surgery procedures such as blepharoplasty or a facelift. Although a relatively new procedure, laser resurfacing has shown that, compared with other resurfacing methods, it produces less bleeding, bruising and post-operative discomfort, which probably explains why more and more people are turning to the procedure to help improve their appearance. www.articlealley.com /article_68723_28.html   (671 words)

Laser Skin Resurfacing Expert, Dr. Lent Skin resurfacing is a procedure that employs a carbon dioxide (CO2) or Erbium laser to remove areas of damaged or wrinkled skin. Resurfacing is often used to minimize the appearance of wrinkles around the mouth, eyes, and entire face, but it is also very effective in treating facial scars, age spots or areas of uneven pigmentation. Lent’s extensive experience with laser resurfacing has shown these mode of therapy to be the most effective method for skin rejuvenation. www.mybestplasticsurgeon.com /laser-skin-resurfacing.htm   (217 words)

Laser Resurfacing and Laser Peel Information and Photos - Beverly Hills Los Angeles Laser resurfacing may also be used to treat uneven skin surface as a result of scarring acne or small skin growths. Laser resurfacing may also be desirable if you have areas of hyperpigmentation (age spots). Laser resurfacing is intended to give the patient a smoother, youthful-appearing skin of more uniform color. www.drteitelbaum.com /laser_resurfacing.html   (318 words)

Acne scar laser resurfacing, Cosmetic Laser Surgery, Laser Skin Surgery, Skin Rejuvenation, Lasik Skin Treatment Laser resurfacing is performed using a beam of laser energy which vaporizes the upper layers of damaged skin at specific and controlled levels of penetration. It's clear that laser resurfacing may offer a number of advantages over other resurfacing methods: precision, little (if any) bleeding and less post-operative discomfort. Remember, having laser resurfacing can help enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but it won't completely remove all facial flaws or prevent you from aging. www.beautifulbody.com /Laser_skin_resurfacing.htm   (1917 words)

Laser Skin Resurfacing Here, the laser is controlled to shine a specific wavelength onto a specific area of the skin. Laser resurfacing is still a relatively new procedure, but it possesses a tremendous upside. Laser resurfacing is highly successful in eliminating wrinkles in comparison to other skin resurfacing methods. www.mybodypart.com /laser-skin-resurfacing.html   (372 words)

Laser Resurfacing Treatment - Lasabrasion for Wrinkles Laser resurfacing is one of the most common treatments used for wrinkles and acne scars today. Laser resurfacing works because it makes the wrinkles (acne scars) less visible by vaporizing the surrounding skin (as in the case of CO2 and Erbium) and by stimulating collagen production which makes wrinkles less deep (as in the case of the CO2, Erbium, and N-Lite laser). Preparing your skin for laser resurfacing is critical to optimizing your result and recovery. www.infoplasticsurgery.com /facial/wrinkletreatment/laserresurface.html   (1055 words)

Laser Resurfacing, Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Laser resurfacing is the latest skin treatment to remove outer layers of skin. Laser resurfacing is not a substitute for surgical facelift, which redrapes and repositions loose skin that has begun to sag with age. Laser resurfacing may be used with surgery to treat both loose skin and fine surface wrinkles. www.mayoclinic.org /laserresurfacing-rst   (354 words)

Laser Skin Resurfacing Laser skin resurfacing has gained popularity recently because of its advantages over alternative approaches that may cause discomfort, bleeding, and bruising, all of which mean a longer recovery time. In addition, the Fraxel laser was introduced recently for the improvement of acne scars, brown age spots, melasma (patchy or generalized dark or tan areas), fine lines, and large pores; it is proving to be very effective. Laser skin resurfacing is typically performed by a doctor who is certified to use a CO2 laser and has privileges to use the laser at a fully accredited hospital. www.yourplasticsurgeryguide.com /laser-skin-procedures/laser-skin-resurfacing.htm   (1262 words)

eMedicine - Cutaneous Laser Resurfacing: Erbium:YAG : Article by Elizabeth L Tanzi, MD Er:YAG laser resurfacing is most suitable for facial skin, which has more adnexal structures and, thus, a greater capacity to regenerate new cells than the skin of the trunk. Laser skin resurfacing can lead to reactivation of latent herpes simplex virus infection or predispose the patient to a primary infection during the reepithelialization phase of healing. Laser surgeons commonly rely on their own experience to determine the most appropriate laser parameters to use in each case. www.emedicine.com /derm/topic554.htm   (3412 words)

Laser Skin Resurfacing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) The development of laser technology is one of the most exciting and innovative scientific achievements to have come along in the past few decades. One of the most recent is the ultrapulse carbon dioxide (CO2) laser that is used to treat sun-damaged skin, facial wrinkles and scars in a procedure called laser skin resurfacing. A surgical laser such as the C02 laser is a beam of light it capable of removing unwanted tissue. www.patient-info.com /resurf.htm   (523 words)

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