As the hot summer sun starts to fade away, now is the best time to think about treating your sun-damaged skin. Treatment can consist of a relaxing facial, a chemical peel, or a laser resurfacing treatment; however, it is important to consider all options before choosing the right treatment for your skin.
What Does It Do?
Sun damage is not something to take lightly, and reversing that damage can be a tedious task. Laser resurfacing is a nonsurgical procedure that uses a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser to help correct the damaged skin. This laser heats up the tissues on the face, which naturally increases collagen production to tighten and plump the skin and eliminate fine lines, wrinkles, scars, and sun spots. Treatment typically lasts about one hour.
Downtime & Recovery
The downtime of the procedure is dependent upon the amount of damage that needs to be treated. During your consultation with Dr. D’Souza, you will be able to discuss your desires and come to an agreement about how much treatment is needed for your type of skin and the damage that it has experienced. Once you have had your laser treatment, you will need to lather your skin with Aquaphor® and lidocaine a few times a day to assist in the healing. Recovery from your laser skin resurfacing treatment could last a few days or weeks, so it is best to plan your schedule accordingly.
Results
Even though a sun-kissed face is a huge confidence booster, it is important to take care of your skin by using a broad-spectrum SPF sunscreen any time you go outside. Your laser resurfacing results could last from 5 to 10 years if you take proper care of your skin.
If you feel like laser resurfacing may not be the choice for you, then facials and chemical peels are alternative ways to rejuvenate your skin. Iconic Plastic Surgery has many different facials and peels to choose from that may suit your needs at this time.
For more information and to schedule your consultation with Iconic Plastic Surgery, contact us by calling 760-637-5288 or filling out our online contact form.
