Will Laser Resurfacing Help Marionette Lines on a 32-year-old?

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I am 32 years old. A doctor told me he could "buff out" my marionette lines using a laser. Can lasers be used in just 1 area? It seems like I'm younger than the typical patient who has laser resurfacing. As a second part to my question, would it be beneficial to have my full face treated as a means of promoting new skin growth (as a preventative measure- like a peel) if I have the time, money, and inclination to do so?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

You might have a temporary improvement after laser in your smile folds, but this can be from the swelling that persists in a microscopic form for several weeks after surgery but I think your folds would return. Fillers are still the best, especially if your folds are created by fat depletion in your inner and mid cheek. Fillers then are injected not only into the smile creases but into your cheeks to help fortify the areas of atrophy and lack of support.

Cory Torgerson, MD, PhD, FRCSC - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and thank you for the question. There are a variety of laser treatment options that can offer skin rejuvenation.
C02 is the most invasive treatment where the skin is ablated and new healthier (and tighter) skin cells are produced on the treated area over the course a few months. Erbium is a less invasive option, however multiple treatments may be required to achieve substantially improved results. Erbium is an ideal choice for those who aren't able to commit to the necessary downtime required for C02 treatments. 
Other options include Fotona lasers, which can produce impressive skin revitalizing results with their advanced dual wavelength technology. 
A consultation with a board certified cosmetic plastic surgeon would be the first step in receiving a customized treatment program catered to your specific concerns. See attached link for more information.

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