Pros and Cons of Laser Skin Resurfacing Utah

By Lucy Cho


Reducing facial wrinkles and skin irregularities, such as blemishes or acne scars, is becoming increasingly popular utilizing laser skin resurfacing Utah. Also known as lasabrasion, laser peel, or laser vaporization, this procedure removes skin layer by layer by directing short, concentrated pulsating beams of light at irregular skin. Laser hair removal Utah is the only procedure more popular than resurfacing, which also uses pulsating light only in this instance to permanently remove hair from arms, legs, face, and other parts of the body.

Since many procedures of this nature, including skin resurfacing and laser hair removal Utah, are considered "cosmetic" by most insurance companies, the cost associated with these treatments is generally not paid by insurance. This does not appear to be a deterrent to people seeking these procedures, however. So, who is a good candidate for laser skin resurfacing Utah? What can one expect if having this procedure performed? What are the most common complications?

There are two common types of lasers used in laser resurfacing: carbon dioxide and erbium. They both work by vaporizing skin cells easily damaged at the surface level. If you have fine lines or wrinkles around your eyes, mouth or forehead, have shallow scars from acne, or have had a facelift, than you might be a good candidate for laser skin resurfacing Utah. If you have active acne or very dark skin tones, you may not be able to receive these laser treatments. Laser techniques are also not recommended to treat stretch marks. Always consult with your doctor before undergoing any cosmetic procedures to assure that you are in good health.

If you would like to undergo any laser procedures, first plan to meet with a cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist to discuss your medical history, current health, and desired results. If you are then deemed a good candidate for laser skin resurfacing Utah, you can expect your treatment to be an outpatient procedure. If only sections of your face are being treated, you can expect the procedure to take approximately 30 - 45 minutes. If your whole face is being treated, the procedure can take as many as two hours. Generally, these types of procedure are performed under local anesthetic, possibly in conjunction with sedation; however, if your whole face is being treated, general anesthesia may be used. Following the completion of the procedure, the doctor will bandage any treated areas and give you instructions to apply ointment to avoid scabs. Common complaints following this procedure include: swelling, itching, and stinging.

There can be complications with any laser procedure. Understanding that skin resurfacing cannot produce perfect skin, but can dramatically improve appearance of your skin is essential. The potential risks associated with this procedure include: burns or other injuries from the heat of the laser, scarring, changes in pigmentation of the skin, reactivating herpes cold sores, and bacterial infection. A less serious condition that sometimes occurs and can easily be treated by your doctor is Milia, or small white bumps that occur at the treatment sites during healing.

Laser skin resurfacing Utah and laser hair removal Utah are very common techniques to improve the appearance of your skin and body.




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