Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing

Fractional 1540 skin resurfacing is non-ablative meaning it leaves the top epidermal layer of tissue intact. No conscious sedation is required and the procedure is non-surgical. Fractional skin resurfacing is performed using a topical anesthetic on the skin for treatment of individual regions of the face and body. The most you will feel is a warm, prickly sensation, which is very tolerable.

A series of 3-4 treatments is recommended for optimal results. Each treatment takes approximately 30 to 90 minutes depending on the size of the area. A topical anesthetic can be applied to the area for 10 minutes before treatment to numb the skin. Treatments are scheduled approximately 4-6 weeks apart.

Your skin will look pink, with mild to moderate swelling and feel warm. After the treatment the aesthetician will provide you with an ice roller to cool the skin and ice packets to take home for comfort. An SPF lotion is applied to the skin for sun protection after treatment.

Mild to moderate redness and swelling will occur which usually lasts 3-7 days. Mild itchiness, warmth and a slight stinging sensation may occur immediately after treatment. The top epidermal tissue layer is left intact which dramatically reduces the recovery time.

Because Fractional non-ablative procedures bypass the melanin (pigment) layer of the skin to target the dermis we can safely and effectively treat darker and tanned skin. We perform the procedure year round however SPF is critical during the summer months.