Clear up Years of Acne Scars with Laser Skin Resurfacing

Acne scars impact your self-esteem and can leave you feeling self-conscious. If you have been struggling for years with acne scars, laser skin resurfacing can help. The treatment is customizable to fit your needs and unique skin requirements.

If you are wondering if laser skin resurfacing can help improve the appearance of your acne scars, schedule a consultation with physician’s associate Lynn Perlenfein at Allure Medical Spa in Gillette, WY. She will evaluate your skin and needs to determine if laser skin resurfacing can help meet your goals.

All about laser skin resurfacing for acne scars

Laser skin resurfacing, also called a laser peel, is a nonsurgical procedure that uses beams of energy that pulsate. The laser beam effectively exfoliates the damaged scarring of the skin to remove layers. The procedure is not only ideal for smoothing away facial wrinkles but also for softening wrinkles, skin irregularities, and pigmentation issues. Following treatment, you can have smoother, younger-looking, and softer skin.

The procedure is customizable to fit your needs and the treatment area. One of the best things about laser skin resurfacing is that the procedure requires very little recovery time.

Laser resurfacing types

At Allure Medical Spa in Gillette, WY, we offer three types of laser resurfacing skin procedures:

• Ablative laser treatments: This form of laser resurfacing is precise and removes only thin layers of the skin. It is highly effective for acne scars, wrinkles, and skin tightening.
• Non-ablative laser treatments: Instead of removing skin in layers, this form of laser skin resurfacing causes micro-injuries in the cells of the skin to spur the body’s natural healing abilities. This form of laser treatment can take months to achieve results.
• Fractional laser treatments: This form of laser treatment combines both non-ablative and ablative to reach deep into the layers of skin and cause micro-injuries. Fractional laser treatments work well for acne scars, pigmentation problems, sun damage, and fine lines.

What happens during laser resurfacing?

During laser skin resurfacing treatments, a topical retinoid is applied to the skin to prep it. You will also be given medication to help make the procedure more comfortable. Usually, if you only have a small treatment area or need only a minor improvement, a local anesthetic is used. However, if you have a large treatment area and will be undergoing an intense treatment session, sedation might be used.

During laser resurfacing, you will sit in a special treatment chair, and the aesthetics professional will glide the handpiece over your skin. The handpiece targets the problem areas. During the treatment, you might feel heat and cold as the laser passes over the skin’s surface due to the system’s built-in cooling system. The laser destroys the damaged skin cells and encourages the body to produce collagen.

Following the procedure, an ointment is applied to soothe your skin. The skin might appear swollen, pink, and irritated for a couple of days. In 3 – 5 days, your skin will start to peel. If you have undergone a deep treatment, medication is usually prescribed to ease the swelling and irritation. It often takes from 2 –3 weeks to recover following a deep treatment. During recovery, you should avoid sun exposure. After the peeling process, your skin can feel smooth and rejuvenated.

Schedule a laser skin resurfacing consultation in Gillette, WY

If you suffer from acne scarring, schedule a consultation with physician’s associate Lynn Perlenfein at Allure Medical Spa in Gillette, WY. She will sit down with you to discuss the procedure and determine if it is the right choice for your skin’s needs. To find out more, contact us today.