Fractional Co2 Laser
Fractional co2 laser is the best advance resurfacing treatment for acne scars and skin rejuvenation offered by shubham skin clinic at Pune Sinhagad road.
What is fractional co2 laser & how does it work?
Fractional co2 laser is a machine which fires a laser beam which is then split into number of super fine beams producing tiny dots or pixel like treatment zones over selected skin surface so that new collagen formation is stimulated & the upper rough & dead skin is removed which helps in the formation of new healthy skin. This process helps to improve tone & texture of skin & also gives tightening effect to skin. This is the best modality of treatment for acne scars & other surgical scars. This treatment is also called as laser resurfacing.The key feature of this technology is laser beam produces tiny dots like fractions over skin leaving the other skin surface intact in between treated area which helps in fast healing & very less chances of post inflammatory pigmentation. The goal of this treatment is to replace damage skin with new fresh & healthier skin.
In what conditions Fractional co2 laser is useful?
• Acne scars & pigmentation.
• Sun damage skin, tanning and dull complexion.
• Fine lines & wrinkles over face & neck.
• To improve skin tone & texture, Uneven skin tone & color
• Surgical & burn scars etc.
• This laser can also used to remove warts, skin tags & moles.
Is fractional co2 laser is safe, painless & cost effective?
This is external treatment & no internal medicines are given. Before treatment mild anesthetic cream is applied over area to be treated for 20-30 minutes. So this is totally safe & painless treatment. Very little pain is experienced in some individual .As far as technology is concern it is very cost effective.
What areas can be treated?
All areas of body can be treated safely & effectively. Most commonly it is done for face (facial scars) neck& other body surfaces as per the problem.
What is time duration & how many treatments will be required?
Time Taken Depends on body part to be treated, it may be from 15 min to 1 hour.Time Interval between two sessions is generally 1 month.Number of Sessions Recommended is 3-5 depending on the skin condition.
What are after effects of fractional co2 laser?
• Patient may experience mild redness & swelling which usually subsides within 1-2 days.
• Mild harshness or crusting over skin will remain for 5-7 days. Actually it is damage layer of skin & it exfoliates within 5-7 days so that new skin will generate.
• Long term risk is very rare in this procedure & strict follow of doctor’s instructions & post laser care will reduce possibility of unwanted side effects & complications.
What are precautions taken before & after fractional co2 laser?
• Avoid water contact for at least 1 day.
• Strict sun protection.
• Apply regularly the creams prescribed by doctor.
• Use good quality medicated sunscreen prescribed by doctor.
