Fractional resurfacing in Charlotte NC is a cosmetic treatment that uses a fractional laser to treat skin problems and remove aging effects on the skin. A portion/fraction of the skin is targeted at a time. A microbeam of laser light is concentrated at a spot. The treatment is a combo between the use of ablative and non-ablative treatment for the treatment of aging and sun-damaged skin.
What is it used to treat?
Fractional resurfacing is used for the treatment of the following skin issues which includes:
- Skin wrinkles
- Surgical scarring
- Acne scarring
- Skin pigmentation
- Sun damage
- Stretch marks
- Poikiloderma of curvature.
Fractional resurfacing is used on almost all body skin. It is, however, mostly used on the chest, necks, and hands.
This treatment works with other skin treatment techniques like surgery and other skin treatments. These techniques vary from one person to another depending on:
- Age
- Skin type
- Skin location
- Sun exposure, etc…
How does it work?
Fractional resurfacing uses a laser beam which is divided into many deep columns within the skin layers. These multiple deep wounds are called Microthermal treatment zones. The laser beams target these Microthermal treatment zones. The skin tissues surrounding the wounds remain unaffected by the laser beam. They help hasten the treatment of the wound by producing new collagen. This treatment method is fast and effective.
It requires the use of a gliding gel. The gliding gel acts as a lubricant. Fractional resurfacing treatment doesn’t take much time. About 20-40 minutes is usually enough depending on the area the treatment is being applied. Usually, an anesthetic cream is applied to reduce the pain and discomfort the laser treatment causes. Zimmer is also used during the procedure to cool the area.
Side effects
Fractional resurfacing seems not to have severe effects on most patients it is used on. Some patients have some reactions like
- Scaling and peeling of the skin in some patients
- Sometimes leads to swelling of the area.
- Could lead to post-inflammatory augmentation, especially in darker patients.
- Sometimes causes contact dermatitis.
Top Charlotte dermatologist for fractional resurfacing
Fractional resurfacing at DSCMD is done using a technique known as pro fractional. This technique is quick and comfortable. The process lasts for about-30-45 minutes and the area heals within 2-7 weeks after the procedure. DSCMD offers the best dermatologic care in Charlotte. You need not worry about your fractional resurfacing procedure cause they have the best team of professionals handling the procedure. Contact Dermatology Specialists of Charlotte, Charlotte’s top Ballantyne and Blakeney Dermatologist, for your dermatology care.