Fraxel Repair CO2 Laser Resurfacing in Seattle
For effective facial rejuvenation, Seattle men and women often turn to laser skin resurfacing. An alternative to chemical peels and dermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing penetrates deep beneath the skin, smoothing wrinkles, stimulating collagen, fading discoloration, and targeting damage for a clear, youthful appearance. The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery proudly offers laser skin resurfacing to patients in the Seattle area.
Over time, sun damage and the natural aging process visibly change the appearance of our skin. A dry, leathery look, age spots, and wrinkles develop as a result of years of damage.
The Fraxel® Laser Treatment is designed to target this aging and damaged skin. The Fraxel® Laser treatments trigger the body’s own natural production of new collagen and skin cells. And because Fraxel® Laser Treatment combines the impact of ablative lasers with the gentleness of non-ablative lasers, healing occurs so quickly that there is very little downtime for patients.
Fraxel Repair Fractional CO2 Laser
Using a fractionated CO2 laser (Fraxel Repair), problem areas can be targeted, such as facial scars, age spots, or fine lines around the mouth and eyes. Treatment can also cover the entire face, removing damaged skin, smoothing wrinkles, evening skin tone, and increasing firmness, with no scarring for a fresh, renewed look. Lasers used in this technique penetrate deeper beneath the skin than other resurfacing treatments such as chemical peels and dermabrasion. And though it does offer optimal anti-aging results, several treatments are sometimes needed for full rejuvenation. Fraxel repair™ treatment is FDA approved to treat for the following conditions:
- Acne scarring
- Melasma
- Wrinkles around the eyes
- Irregular texture
- Sun spots and age spots (pigmented lesions)
- Sun-induced redness (vascular dyschromia)
The treatment penetrates deep into the skin, removing old, damaged skin cells and stimulating the body’s own natural healing process. Within days, fresh, glowing, healthy skin is revealed for a more youthful appearance, speeding the skin’s natural renewing process from 28 days to 2.
Because the technology is so precise, Fraxel repair™ treatment works not only on the face, but also on delicate areas like the neck, chest, and hands. Results are immediate and progressive. Soon after treatment, the surface of your skin will feel softer, look brighter and show a more even tone.And over three to six months, you’ll get even more results as the deeper layers of skin continue to heal.
Fraxel repair™ treatment is a safe and effective resurfacing procedure that treats deeper wrinkles, tightens loose skin and removes years from your appearance.
How many treatments will I need, and how quickly will I see results?
Clinical studies suggest that for most people, maximum results are realized in just one treatment session. The Fraxel repair™ treatment was specifically engineered to enable your Seattle physician at The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery to tailor the treatment to your particular needs. If you have deep, severe sun damage, your physician may treat the skin more aggressively, which can mean up to a week of social downtime. A more gentle treatment with less downtime is also available for those with mild sun and skin damage. No matter your situation, treatment can create remarkable results without the prolonged recovery time and the complications associated with other procedures.
What side effects can I expect after Fraxel treatment?
Immediately following treatment, you will have some degree of redness and swelling. Other temporary side effects may include minor itching, dry skin, peeling or flaking, and a bronzed skin appearance. Your Seattle physician at The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery will give you specific instructions about what to expect for your particular treatment and how to minimize side effects. These effects may vary in intensity and duration, depending on your skin’s healing characteristics and the aggressiveness of your treatment.
Though laser skin resurfacing offers terrific results for those seeking changes to the skin’s surface, it cannot provide the “lifting” effect sometimes needed to address sagging in the face, neck and jowls. For a more compete renewal, a face or neck lift can also be performed, though not at the same time. To maintain safety and promote healing, separation of some time is needed.
