Director of Cosmetic Surgery,

University of Illinois Chicago

Department  of Dermatology

Oakbrook Center Mall

Oak Brook, Illinois

(630) 928-0240

Jeffrey  Melton, M.D., S.C.,

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drmelton.com

Laser Skin Resurfacing - Ultrapulsed CO2

Surface imperfections and lines and wrinkles can be dramatically reduced with laser skin resurfacing.

Wrinkles and sun-damaged, aging skin can be gently removed, layer by layer using the Ultra pulsed C02 lasers. This allows regeneration of the skin from the deeper, healthier layers, producing smoother, fresher, younger looking skin.

Laser light penetrates to a precise, controlled depth, making the procedure safe and predictable, and reducing the risk of scarring or pigmentation problems. The laser uses a very high energy beam of light to vaporize scarred, lined, wrinkled, and other skin imperfections. Because the laser is gentle, comfort both during and after the procedure is improved, and helps provide you with a more rapid return to your normal routine.

In the first few days after the procedure, your skin will weep as new collagen is formed to rebuild the skin from the bottom up. Some crusting may develop as a new skin surface is formed. This new skin will have a reddish quality which gradually fades over several weeks.

Ointments are applied for the first several days to protect the new skin.  Later,  moisturizers with sun block are used. Makeup can usually be resumed after 7 - 10 days. The effect of the treatment occurs over a few months following the procedure and can be expected to last for several years.

What are the benefits of Ultrapulsed CO2 laser skin resurfacing?

• Laser skin resurfacing is more predictable than other forms of treatment.
• Lasers cause less scarring, bleeding and bruising.
• Lasers provide a level of control that is difficult to achieve with other treatments.
• With lasers your doctor can immediately visualize the effect of the treatment.

What other lasers are used for laser skin resurfacing?

• The erbium laser is also used

What other types of skin resurfacing treatments are available for wrinkles and aging skin?

• Chemical peels
• Though not considered "resurfacing," collagen injections, fat injections, and Botox injections are also used to improve or eliminate wrinkles.