Bay Area Laser Resurfacing doctors

Laser resurfacing of face is one of the best aesthetic and medical procedure for the face. Micro Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing offers the best balance of efficacy and manageable recovery period (i.e., typically one week). Traditional CO2 laser resurfacing may be more effective; however, the downtime associated with the procedure is not acceptable for most working procedures where as erbium laser may not show significant clinical benefit. You should look for an experienced board-certified aesthetic physician who not only talks about the positive but also is willing to review what can go wrong and actively steps to be taken to minimize complications.

Periorbital and perioral Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing (around the eyes and mouth, respectively) can be quite satisfactory. There is really no need to consider the traditional CO2 laser resurfacing as the additional clinical benefit does not quite justify much prolonged recovery period, demarcation of treated areas and increased risks of infection and/or scarring. The make of a FDA-approved Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing does not make as much difference as the experience of the board-certified aesthetic physician as there are subtleties of depth of penetration and/or energy emitted of Micro Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing.

The quick answer regarding timing of resumption of activities after Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing is "listen to your body". Strict daily sun protection goes without saying, even without laser resurfacing. Holding off vigorous exercise or outdoor activities can be helpful to minimize post-treatment redness. In addition, your board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon may have given you mild sedation for Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing which would obligate you to take things easy for the first couple days after the procedure.