Your mother was right. Beauty is only skin deep but so are the age spots, acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles that mar your skin. CO2 laser skin resurfacing removes these imperfections, leaving your face smother and free of blemishes. Your skin’s color and glow are restored.

			BEFORE & AFTER: CO2 treatment improved overall skin health. Botox treatments reduced deep wrinkles.

What is CO2 laser skin resurfacing? Using the computer-driven CO2 laser, Dr. Smith removes the outermost layers of skin. Pulsating at less than one thousandth of a second, the laser enables him to remove only as much skin as is necessary – deeper where needed and lighter where there is less damage.

How does the laser remove wrinkles? The laser stimulates the production of new collagen fibers that give the skin its elasticity. This collagen also fills in the creases, leaving you with new, smoother, younger-looking skin.

Does it last? In effect, you start over with new skin. If you take care of this new skin and protect it from the sun, it will continue to look smooth and clear.

Does it hurt? Because you are asleep and being monitored by an anesthetist, you don’t feel the laser treatment.

For a few days after surgery, you will be asked to follow a strict program of care for your face. You will look as if you have a bad sunburn. While you won’t be in pain, you will probably want to stay at home for seven to ten days until the redness subsides.

How long is recovery? Healing for everyone is different. We follow you closely during this healing period to ensure you get the best possible results. Most patients can resume wearing make-up in seven to ten days. Some patients’ faces stay pink longer than others, but they can use concealer and make-up.

Is it worth it? One patient’s response after CO2 laser skin resurfacing is typical. “I look fifteen years younger. People tell me I look great - rested and younger. They don’t know what has happened, but they notice how much better I look. That makes me feel better, too.”