Fractional resurfacing is a type of laser treatment that targets skin damage at just the right depth. Here’s what you can expect during your treatment:
- Your clinical may place a topical anesthetic on the area to be treated about 30 minutes prior to your treatment beginning. This helps reduce any discomfort you may feel during treatment.
- Motion tracking technology is used to measure the area that is being treated by fractional resurfacing.
- Your clinical will then treat each measured section by rolling the Halo handpiece over the skin.
- The system will recognize when the fractional resurfacing treatment is complete.
One of the great things about this treatment is that it requires no downtime. Once the system recognizes you are done, you can return to normal activities. However, you need to keep your skin protected from the sun for 24 hours after you have fractional resurfacing. You may also experience some peeling in that time.
Results appear within a few days
Fractional resurfacing does not offer immediate results. Your skin needs time to heal after all. You can expect to start seeing results within two to five days after treatment. But, the greatest improvement will start to be seen within the first two or three weeks. As your skin continues to heal, you will continue to see results over the next few months.
You can expect the results of this treatment to last for years, as long as you take proper care of your skin. Your doctor will be able to advise you on the best way to maintain your results.
Charlotte, NC residents can get younger, healthier looking skin through fractional resurfacing. If you are interested in learning more about this procedure, including if it is a good option for you, be sure to contact our office to schedule your consultation. Contact Dermatology Specialists of Charlotte, Charlotte’s top Ballantyne and Blakeney Dermatologist, for your dermatology care.