Laser Resurfacing in  Oswego

What Is Laser Resurfacing?

Laser skin resurfacing uses concentrated pulses of light to vaporize the outer layer of skin and heat the underlying dermis. The Cleveland Clinic notes that laser resurfacing reduces wrinkles and scars, evens out skin coloring and tightens skin by promoting new collagen fibres. This technique treats irregular pigmentation, sun‑damaged skin and benign lesions, and can be customized to your concerns.

Treatment Information

• Targets: Acne scars, chickenpox scars, uneven pigmentation, birthmarks, age spots, sun‑damaged skin and fine to moderate wrinkles.
• Types of lasers:
  • CO₂ laser – delivers short pulses or continuous beams to remove thin layers of skin with precision; recovery up to two weeks.
  • Erbium laser – designed for superficial to moderately deep lines; causes less swelling and redness with about one week of downtime.
  • Fractionated CO₂ – creates narrow columns of laser energy, leaving surrounding skin intact for faster healing.
• Procedure: Performed under local anesthesia with or without sedation; a partial‑face treatment takes 30–45 minutes, while a full‑face session lasts 1–1½ hours.
• Recovery: Expect redness and swelling; new skin forms over 5–21 days depending on the laser used. Makeup may be worn once the area heals, and redness can persist for several months.
• Ideal candidates: People with fair to medium skin tones who wish to address scars, pigmentation or fine to moderate wrinkles. Those with very dark skin, active acne or significant sagging may not be good candidates.