Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing is a specialized technique in which damaged layers of the skin are removed. It can not only revitalize your skin but also make you look much younger. Thus, the CO2 laser treatment machine is one of the most important anti-aging breakthroughs achieved. Normal laser treatments focus on an entire layer of skin, CO2 fractional laser machine treatments instead focus on treating numerous microscopic zones on the skin layer. By leaving many other areas of the skin untouched, the healing process is sped up, the undamaged areas encourage faster healing of the damaged regions.

What Are the Types Of CO2 Fractional Laser Resurfacing?

There are two forms of fractional CO2 laser resurfacing treatment:

#Ablative Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing: This type of treatment is also known as CO2 laser resurfacing treatment. It offers flawless results but requires a longer period of downtime. A mild anesthetic is required in this process. A CO2 laser beam is applied on the area for treatment, and the uppermost layer of the skin is vaporized, or ablated. Collagen production is stimulated in the cells of the skin by the process of vaporization. In the process of healing, the skin recovers its original youthful appearance, free of imperfections.

#Non-Ablative Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing: This treatment option does not involve vaporization of skin tissue and is thus gentler. Because of this, its recovery time is much shorter. During this treatment, laser energy penetrates deep into the epidermal layer of the skin and initiates collagen production. When collagen in the skin is destroyed due to the damaging effects of pollution, sun, and aging, the skin acquires a sagging appearance. Restoring a higher rate of collagen production helps the skin get back its youthful appearance. In the ablative method, you can’t address sagging skin, whereas in this method, you can. The non-ablative method can treat numerous skin issues, including skin discolorations like dark spots and sun spots.

What Are the Benefits of CO2 Fractional Laser Resurfacing?

CO2 laser skin resurfacing treatment is a solution to a wide array of skin issues, including acne scarring, wrinkles, and fine lines. If you are troubled by skin that has been damaged by sun exposure and the aging process, then CO2 fractional laser resurfacing can help mend it. Even skin laxity problems can be effectively cured with this treatment. This process is effective if you want to remove any unwanted moles or warts from your skin. It is employed in some cases at the initial stages of skin cancer.

Fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing uses laser energy to vaporize the outermost sun-damaged layers of skin for a smoother, more youthful appearance. It also stimulates collagen production to tighten skin and restore elasticity.

After treatment, you will see a marked improvement in the overall texture of the skin. Moreover, collagen production will continue for a year or longer after treatment. So if you want healthier-looking skin, fractional CO2 laser resurfacing is an excellent treatment option. Why do some of the best facial plastic surgeons often recommend CO2 laser skin resurfacing for their patients? Because it is highly effective at treating a multitude of skin concerns, and produces beautiful results.

What is CO2 laser skin resurfacing good for?

Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing improves the appearance of a number of skin concerns. Many people rely on fractional CO2 laser for acne scars, and some evidence suggests it may reduce the appearance of burn scars. CO2 laser resurfacing also addresses:

*Fine lines or wrinkles.

*Scars from acne or chickenpox.

*Aged or sun-damaged skin.

*Brown spots.

*Birthmarks.

*Enlarged oil glands on the nose.

How long does it take to heal after fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing?

Since CO2 laser skin resurfacing first wounds the skin and destroys the top layers, you can expect:

*2 to 3 days of light crusting.

*3 to 7 days to heal and return to normal activities.

*1 week may resume wearing makeup.

*1 to 3 weeks for redness to diminish.

Even while skin is in its recovery stage, it will feel smoother, and you will see fewer lines, less blotchiness, and more glow.

Keep in mind that the CO2 laser can be customized to the individual needs of each patient. Treatments can be deeper for patients with more advanced aging of the skin and sun damage, resulting in more healing and longer downtime.  More conservative treatments can be used in patients with less advanced aging of the skin and sun damage, resulting in less healing time and downtime.