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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 most of these things are difficult to avoid, there are revolutionary new techniques to restore your youthful appearance.

What is a 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.

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 on this sensitive area.

Results and Recovery

For skin resurfacing with CO2 lasers, the recovery time is minimal and practically unnecessary. However, treated areas are generally dressed for healing after the procedure and patients are required to apply ointment daily. In any case, Dr. Azouz will provide specific aftercare instructions to ensure only 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 is necessary. As a general practice you can expect 3-5 days of downtime. Results can be seen immediately, but full results can be expected within 3-6 months. Your skin may also be slightly pink for 4-6 weeks as the skin heals and you may feel a slight sunburn sensation.

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!

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.

What does LASER stand for?

Laser stands for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Laser is different from natural light as it is coherent, monochromatic and intense. Coherent means that all the waves of the same frequency and do not spread out (spatially and temporally in phase). Monochromatic means the light is of one color and are a precise bandwidth. Intense mean the Laser light delivers the greatest amount energy per unit area.

How does a laser clinically improve the skin?

An ablative laser removes sun damaged or aging tissue by removing it in a controlled fashion from the outside in and allows the body to deposit new collagen. Acne scars can be improved by ablative lasers through the same principles.
Non ablative lasers target specific layers of the skin and can remove vascular malformations or tattoos in a controlled fashion without affecting the epidermis of the skin (outer layer)

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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