Fractional Co2 Laser: Large Pores - Permanent?

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Are the results (2-3 treatments) with the Fractional Co2 laser for larger/deeper/noticable pores (facial) forever? Asuming that the 2-3 treatments & results are very positve. Are they becoming larger/more noticable after a period of time?

	Can I enjoy the results for at least a year of 20? How long would the result last? Thank you very much for your intested & time. Your reply (which is hopefully positive) would mean the world to me.

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.  Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. 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

Paul Flashner, MD · Answer

It is common for one to try to do their best to slow down/reverse signs of aging. The Fractional Co2 does an amazing job in resurfacing and rejuvenation, taking years off, resulting one looking more youthful. With this said nothing out there is permanent including surgery because we can not stop the aging process. However, One treatment you will see smother, less poreless and more youthful skin from targeting the surface, middle and deep dermal levels of the skin.

Lesley Clark-Loeser, MD · Answer

I would venture to say that the changes in one's skin imparted by treatment(s) with a fractional CO2 laser are as close to permanent as one can get with a laser.  A fractional CO2 laser is an excellent device for resurfacing and rejuvenation.  In theory, the affects of treatment with a fractional CO2 laser do not "wear off".  However, the reality is that we continue to age after the procedure(s).  If you have had treatment(s) with a fractional CO2 device and you are pleased with the results regarding your pore size, chances are you will being enjoying those results for a few years.

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