Laser Skin Treatments - Resurfacing Dallas|Plano|Richardson

Skin Resurfacing in Dallas with CO2 Laser Treatment

Our skin is susceptible to being damaged by aging, sun exposure, nutrition, lifestyle and even genetics. Although we can not change the past, there are revolutionary new techniques to restore your youthful appearance. Laser resurfacing can be especially helpful in patients who have acne scarring and premature aging. Laser resurfacing can also lead to the most dramatic improvement in skin quality and wrinkle treatment. Dr. Azouz provides a comprehensive approach to improving the skin of the face, neck and body by offering a variety of procedures. Many patients can improve with a combination of a facelift, eyelid surgery, skincare and laser resurfacing treatment.

What is C02 Laser Treatment?

Skin resurfacing using a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser, in Dallas, Texas, is a recent development in cosmetic enhancements, and the results are similar to a chemical peel or dermabrasion. The biggest difference from these treatments is the laser removes skin layers by vaporization rather than chemicals or a special dermabrasion device. This treatment is safe for delicate skin such as around the eyes and mouth, but can also target deep lines and wrinkles from sun damage, aging, acne scars, or other scars.

Laser Treatment can improve:

fine lines and wrinkles
acne scarring
skin quality
pigmentary changes
melasma
rosacea
skin texture
skin tone
skin tighteness
age spots
pore size

What to Expect During Your CO2 Laser Treatment

Dr. Azouz will first cleanse and numb the treatment area to prepare you for your procedure. After the numbing gel sets, your treatment should feel like minor needle poking. A CO2 laser provides short bursts of high-energy laser light to the skin, which instantly vaporizes the damaged skin, one layer at a time. Then as the remaining skin heals, it is replaced with healthy, intact skin. During the procedure, Dr. Azouz will determine your desired changes and will offer individualized treatment controlled by the depth of penetration of your skin. This technique makes it possible for the treatment to be done on the most delicate facial areas, such as around the eyes and lips. With this treatment, you can renew your facial appearance by minimizing deep lines, tighten sagging areas, and improve skin tone, texture, and discoloration in just one single session. C02 laser treatment is safe on the eyelids because Dr. Azouz uses special laser contact lenses to protect the eye coupled with numbing eye drops. This ensures that the procedure is comfortable even in this sensitive area. Sedation varies according to a patient’s needs to afford the safest and most comfortable experience possible.

Results and Recovery

For skin resurfacing with CO2 lasers, the recovery time is generally one week or less but is dependent on a patient’s needs. Patients are generally dressed for healing after the procedure. Some patients may need to apply ointment daily but Dr. Azouz utilizes the most advanced dressings to enhance the recovery and comfort for an optimal experience. In any case, Dr. Azouz will provide specific aftercare instructions to ensure optimal results. Since C02 treatments are customized to the patient’s particular needs, downtime and recovery may vary. For deeper treatments, more healing and downtime may be necessary. As a general practice, you can expect 3-5 days of downtime. Results can be seen immediately, but results are often appreciated within 2 weeks.

Cost of Laser Resurfacing

The cost of laser resurfacing is very dependent on a patient’s needs. Some patients prepare for a laser resurfacing procedure with Retin-A and Hydroquinone which is inexpensive and may only cost a few hundred dollars. Patients with mild wrinkles, pigmentary change, and acne scarring may only require skincare.

A laser resurfacing offering the most dramatic and best improvement to the skin typically will cost in the thousands and is not an insurance covered procedure.

Serving Dallas, Plano, Richardson and Beyond

Dr. David Azouz has been practicing Plastic Surgery in the DFW area for over thirty-five years. Dr. Azouz utilizes the latest and most advanced ablative laser technology in accredited facilities located conveniently near Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Plano, Richardson and, Flowermound. It is not uncommon for patients to travel from all over Texas to have laser resurfacing with Dr. Azouz. Dr. Azouz is able to follow up with these patients through online and telephone followups. This allows patients from neighboring Fort Worth, Waco, Tyler, Longview, Midland-Odessa, Amarillo, and Abilene to drive in for some appointments and to follow up virtually for others.

Schedule Your Consultation

If you would like a fresh, vibrant appearance without going through invasive surgical procedures, see what our CO2 lasers can do for you. Contact Azouz Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery to schedule your consultation today! For more information, visit our blog page!

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Dr. Azouz prepare the skin before a peel or Laser resurfacing?

Dr. Azouz often recommends using Retin-A and hydroquinone in order to “prep” the skin before a laser resurfacing or before a peel.
Retin-A has been shown to smooth the skin, increase the amount of hyaluronic acid, thicken the epidermal layer of the skin as well as decrease melanin (found in skin exposure and age spots). Retin-A also can cause regression of many premalignant lesions of the epidermis. Retin-A can improve fine lines and wrinkles.

Hydroquinone helps to prevent melanin depositing in the skin by blocking the conversion of dopamine to melanin. Hydroquinones can help prevent hyperpigmentation.

What is the difference between Retinol and Retin-A?
Retinol is Vitamin A and is the precursor product to Retin-A. Retin-a (all-trans retinoic acid) is the active form of Vitamin A. The disadvantage of Retinol is that it is destabilized by light, oxygen, and water and is, therefore, less bioactive than Retin-A.

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How does a laser clinically improve the skin?

Does Dr. Azouz use special dressings after laser resurfacing.

WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING

“A huuuuuuge thanks to Dr. Azouz and the wonderful job he did on my laser resurfacing. I felt like a million bucks on my wedding day and I couldn't have achieved that level of confidence without him! So grateful!” - Katie

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