Does 70 yearr old skin produce collagen, with any non surgical treatment?

Good question! Collagen is still being produced but with sun damage and time it is not the good bouncy collagen (collagen III).  There are therapies that can be done to improve collagen turnover like Fraxel, Co2 laser ablation, tretinoin, or PRP that help turnover the bad collage for the good collagen. A board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon can help give you the most accurate assessment with an in person consultation.  All the best.

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

Collagen is
a structural protein found in the connective tissues in our
bodies including the skin. As we age our collagen production slows down but there
are non-surgical treatments that can help stimulate the production of collagen
to provide the skin a more youthful look.
Lasers are
commonly used for collagen renewal by targeting deep dermal layers that improve
the appearance of wrinkles, texture and laxity.
Fractional lasers penetrate the dermal layers
setting off a reaction which initiates collagen remodelling and collagen
formation. On the outside, this type of laser corrects facial lines, wrinkles, uneven skin pigmentation and acne scarring.
Radiofrequency stimulation
treatments use
radiofrequency energy directed at the dermal layers of the skin to stimulate
collagen and elastin regeneration. The deep layers of the skin are heated (where
the collagen and elastin are found) and the results are plumper, lifted skin as
the production of new collagen begins.
Chemical peels improve the outermost layer of
skin and also reaches deep within to begin skin renewal. It’s exfoliation
process boosts collagen growth and increases the skin cell turnover rate giving
skin a smoother texture.
Dermal Fillers have been used for many years to
achieve volume in areas such as the lips and cheeks that tend to look thinner
and hollow as we age. Hyaluronic acid is a common type of dermal filler with
natural water-binding components. When used, it plumps the area where it is
injected and also stimulates the collagen production.
A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon or
dermatologist is recommended to determine that best treatment plan for you.