Summer is the ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities like swimming, walking on the beach, boating, and gardening. However, it also puts skin at increased risk for photo damage and premature signs of aging.
Fortunately, Core CO2 is a laser resurfacing treatment for sun-damaged skin that can be performed in-office. The procedure is nonsurgical and offers a safe and effective solution for hyperpigmentation, sun spots, wrinkles, lines, and tone and texture irregularities.
Continue reading to learn all about this laser treatments in Reston, VA.
Laser resurfacing is a noninvasive treatment that directs concentrated beams of light to rejuvenate sun-damaged skin. The procedure takes place in the comfort of our office and can be completed in approximately 30 minutes with a topical anesthetic.
Accordingly, it avoids incisions, general anesthesia, pain, and considerable downtime.
Core CO2 is one of the most-advanced technologies for skin resurfacing. It’s able to remove the outer layers of skin and heat the deeper dermis with optimal precision and control. This minimizes complications to surrounding tissue and achieves collagen synthesis.
As a result, skin undergoes intense remodeling to become smoother, more even, radiant, and youthful-looking.
After undergoing Core CO2 laser treatments in Reston, VA, patients may experience mild swelling for 24-48 hours, stinging for 12-72 hours, and peeling for 7-10 days.
They will also be advised to cleanse their skin 24 hours post-procedure, and 4-5 times per day thereafter. It is also important to apply petroleum jelly following cleansing to prevent the formation of scabs.
Full healing can take 10-21 days, but most patients are able to resume normal activities within a week.
Patients are able to achieve dramatic results following just one Core CO2 laser treatment.
In addition to repairing sun-damage, including hyperpigmentation and age spots, laser resurfacing counteracts wrinkles and fine lines, improves overall tone and texture, tightens skin, and smooths acne scars.
If you are considering laser treatments in Reston, VA, please contact our office today to schedule a consultation with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Morgana Colombo.
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