Can laser resurfacing remove wrinkles from under the eye?

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.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Thank you for your question. Laser resurfacing can be done to one specific region of the face, including the areas under the eye. There are many different types of cosmetic lasers being used. With each of these techniques, the outer layers of wrinkled and damaged skin are treated to achieve a more refreshed appearance. Please post photos here so we can provide you additional direction. Also, I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
Best wishes,

Nothing beats laser resurfacing for improving skin quality.  In the lower lid it may tighten things enough that people look like they had full blepharoplasty surgery done.  The recovery is a week or so, with some potential for prolonged redness another week or so in most patients.Obviously your surgeon will know what you need best and can make better recommendations after having consulted on you.Dr. Rodger Shortt is a plastic surgeon in Oakville, Ontario.  His strives to provide the best plastic surgery results and care.  He is one of few plastic surgeons in Canada with a top rating on RealSelf, RateMD and Ontario Doctor Review.  He is the Director of Cosmetic Surgery Training Program and an Assistant Clinical Professor at McMaster University.