Frequently Asked Questions for Skin Resurfacing
What are the characteristics of a good candidate for Skin Resurfacing?
If you are concerned about skin texture including wrinkles, pore size, or fine lines, and you are seeking dramatic results but do not want to undergo surgery, Skin Resurfacing may be for you. A wide variety of skin types can be treated; however, due to high affinity to melanin that exists in dark or tan skin, laser treatments may not be advisable on certain darker skin types.
Is Skin Resurfacing safe?
All of the Skin Resurfacing procedures offered at Hotchandani Laser & Vein Center have demonstrated excellent safety profiles in clinical trials. The most common side effects involve redness and swelling, and in rare circumstances there have been pigmentation changes. Redness and swelling usually subside within several weeks, and makeup may be used after a week. If pigmentation changes occur, they would gradually fade over several months. Antibiotics and anti-viral medications are used to prevent bacterial and viral infections that could otherwise cause scarring.
Are Skin Resurfacing treatments painful?
Most patients feel minimal discomfort during the procedure itself. Pulses feel like a combined heat and pressure sensation, and a topical anesthetic is used. Post-procedure discomfort may feel like sunburn, and may be remedied with over-the-counter pain medication as recommended.
What is the recovery time I should expect?
Complete recovery usually takes two to three weeks. You may not be able to return to work for a week to 10 days until healing has progressed to the point when you can wear makeup again.
How can I improve and maintain results?
Following your scheduled treatment regimen, it may be recommended to do maintenance treatments periodically. Longevity of results will improve if you take care to use sunscreen when in the sun, avoid tanning beds, and minimize other activities that will damage your skin like smoking.