Laser Skin Resurfacing

Laser skin resurfacing is a transformative option for individuals looking to rejuvenate their skin. Diminishing the appearance of wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, moles, and skin lesions is possible with minimal downtime at Redbud Medical Spa. Our modern facility offers the expertise and cutting-edge laser technology to achieve optimal results. Since laser resurfacing is a skill-based technique that relies on calibrated machines, we’ve chosen to implement the latest in laser resurfacing technology.

As you age your skin loses elasticity, but through modern technology, your tone, coloration, and beauty can be replenished. Fine lines and wrinkles can fade or even disappear entirely.

To counteract the effects of time, sun, and environmental stressors, our clients have seen incredible results using non-ablative techniques, which penetrate deeply to rejuvenate your skin from the inside out.

Benefits of Non-Ablative Laser Treatments

Non-ablative laser treatment is less invasive with a shorter downtime. Non-ablative treatments deliver a precise wavelength of light below the skin’s surface, which promotes cellular renewal and the production of collagen. This type of treatment is best for improving skin texture and tone, fine lines, mild wrinkles, and pigmentation issues.

Individuals looking to reduce redness, rosacea, spider veins or certain types of scars are well served by non-ablative techniques like Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) which targets hemoglobin in the blood cell to reverse redness. This results in healthier, glowing skin with a more even tone. The great news is that this therapy has minimal healing time, and clients typically see results almost immediately.

Non-Ablative Therapy Can Be Used To Treat:

• Enlarged pores (IPL can reduce the appearance of acne and diminish the size of your pores, all without needing extra topical products)
• Acne and acne scars
• Birthmarks
• Redness
• Broken capillaries (also known as spider veins due to the web-like appearance)
• Dyschromia (discoloration of the skin or nails)
• Melasma (brown or gray patches, usually appearing on the face)
• Rosacea (redness and visible blood vessels in the face)
• Scarring
• Brown spots
• Freckles
• Sunspots
• Age spots
• Hyperpigmentation (darker skin patches)
• Vascular and pigmented lesions
• Uneven skin tone and texture
• Fine lines and wrinkles

Aftercare is usually minimal, but there are a few precautions to take. Your skin will be sensitive and may feel like it has been sunburned. Non-ablative treatments can be used on the face, neck, chest, as well as arms and hands.

At Redbud Medical Spa, your treatment will involve an initial set of 2 to 3 treatments spaced about a month apart, followed by 2 to 3 annual maintenance treatments.

Benefits of Laser Treatments

Laser treatments target the outer layer of the epidermis by dismantling the outermost layer of skin and virtually vaporizing it in a controlled way. They restart the healing process so that you can have an entirely fresh new layer of collagen and skin cells. Any older skin is replaced, allowing much younger-looking skin to shine through.

While lasers are more invasive, they typically achieve dramatic improvements after just one treatment. We recommend that patients seriously consider their schedule, as this treatment requires a longer healing time. Clients usually take several weeks to heal completely, but during your recovery time, any discomfort can be medicated.

At Redbud, our clients have seen incredible results after the use of our Cynosure Icon 1540. Because these treatments use an intense wavelength of light to remove the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and stimulate new growth in the underlying layer (dermis), new collagen fibers are promoted across the area. As the skin heals and regrows, the treated area appears noticeably smoother and tighter.

Considerations For Laser Resurfacing

Laser skin resurfacing, while highly effective, transformative, and powerful, should not be entered into lightly. Clients should consider the pros and cons. Laser skin resurfacing works best for people with acne, pox scarring, fine lines, and wrinkles. People who don’t have overly sensitive skin are great candidates (it is a myth that dark skin disqualifies you from benefiting from laser skin resurfacing). However, you may want to talk to your doctor first if any of the following apply to you:

• You have an autoimmune disease or other medical condition that interferes with healing and immune health
• You have recurring cold sores
• You are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant
• You are breastfeeding or plan on breastfeeding
• You have taken certain types of acne medication over the past year (specifically, isotretinoin)
• You have undergone radiation therapy on or around the face
• You scar easily

Call For Your Appointment

If you think you could benefit from laser skin resurfacing, give us a call to see if you might be a good candidate.

We’re passionate about working alongside you to rejuvenate your skin to the level you deserve. At Redbud we’ve pursued dermatology and quality skin care for more than twenty years, invested in learning from top plastic surgeons in the country, hold various degrees and are leaders in our industry. We’re committed to transformative healthcare.

We look forward to helping you feel comfortable and confident in your skin.