Every woman wants to be the owner of perfectly smooth and young skin without a single wrinkle. Over the years, the aging process of the skin becomes more and more active, so it quickly loses its elasticity and firmness. Fractional laser resurfacing will help restore skin quality. Thermal exposure during the procedure activates cell growth, ensures the production of collagen fibers and the elimination of the dead skin layer.
Principle of operation
Fractional laser resurfacing - what is it? So experts call skin resurfacing using high temperatures provided by a laser beam. The principle of operation of the technique is similar to laser resurfacing, but it has a deeper effect and possible complex consequences. The apparatus for the procedure is small in size, it is equipped with photocells that ensure the penetration of the laser beam into the tissues. The specialist places the device on the patient's skin very quickly, otherwise burns may occur.
kind
Specialists distinguish between ablative and non-ablative types of fractional laser resurfacing. Ideally, a combination of both types of exposure is recommended.
ablative type
A non-surgical facelift using an ablative type helps to resurface the dead layer of skin cells. This option allows you to eliminate the first signs of aging. The procedure, acting on the skin, activates the growth of new healthy cells, tightens, evens out skin tone, softens imitation wrinkles.
non-ablative type
In case of irreversible skin changes, a type of non-ablative laser rejuvenation is used. This option allows you to affect the deep layers, eliminates pathological processes in the skin, promotes cell regeneration and the formation of a membrane frame, activates the production of collagen fibers.
Indications
- Loose, sagging skin;
- The presence of pigmentation, acne, enlarged pores;
- The presence of scars, rosacea (spider veins), stretch marks (stretch marks);
- The presence of facial wrinkles, "crow's feet" around the eyes.
Contraindications
Experts do not recommend laser rejuvenation in the following cases:
- The presence of allergic reactions, skin infections;
- The presence of inflammation in the area of planned influence, psoriasis;
- Epilepsy;
- The presence of malignant tumors in the area of planned influence.
Preparation period
Before partial renewal, it is necessary to stop:
- A course of treatment with tetracycline-based antibiotics;
- Use of cosmetic products containing alcohol;
- Visiting beaches, solariums (refusal to sunbathe a few weeks before the procedure).
How is it done?
All manipulations in the framework of laser rejuvenation are performed under local anesthesia. During the procedure, the patient may experience discomfort. The whole process takes about half an hour.
During the operation of the device, special protective glasses are in front of the patient's eyes. Remember: the level of exposure and the intensity of the procedure is chosen by a specialist individually for each patient. The course mainly consists of 7 sessions. This is enough to soften even deep scars and eliminate most wrinkles.
effects
Immediately after fractional rejuvenation, the patient feels pain even with the use of sedatives and drugs. After about 3 hours, the skin is reddened and slightly swollen (swelling is maximum on the 2nd day), especially in the area of the nose, around the eyes and on the upper eyelids. To reduce swelling, you should drink diuretics and reduce the amount of salty foods.
On the second day, abundant secretion of ichor and the appearance of a crust on the face, which hardens by the end of the day (it is forbidden to touch it, as well as to try to remove it, it is fraught with infection and the appearance of wounds. ). After a while, it will become softer and go away on its own (the use of skin regeneration products will help with this).
After about a week, the swelling on the face stops, but for about a month, a pronounced pink tint of the skin remains. When going out, the use of ingredients with a sun protection factor (at least SPF 30) is required, taking vitamins is recommended. Sunbathing, as well as the use of exfoliants (scrub, peeling, gommage) are prohibited.
Usually, after 3-6 months, the specialist prescribes a second session and all the consequences will have to be transferred again.