Laser Resurfacing

A laser is a high-energy beam of light that can selectively transfer its energy into tissue to treat the

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skin. Basically, it is another tool the plastic surgeon can use like a high-tech scalpel that allows for great control and finesse. Some skin problems are best treated using a laser, while others are better treated using another method.

Laser devices are used to remove damaged upper layers of skin allowing a fresh layer to emerge. Two types are often used: the carbon dioxide (CO2) laser and the Erbium:YAG laser. They both work in a slightly different ways and are selected for use for specific situations.

Laser resurfacing has been shown to produce less (if any) bleeding, bruising and post-operative discomfort than is typically seen with other resurfacing techniques.

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Chemical Peel

There are different types of chemical peels which produce different results, but all are similar in this respect: a chemical solution is applied to remove the damaged outer layers of skin so that new, regenerated skin replaces the old. As a rule, the deeper the peel, the more profound the results and the longer the recovery time.

Light Peels: Alphahydroxy acids (AHAs) include glycolic, lactic, or fruit acids, and are mild chemical solutions that lightly peel skin, often resulting in brighter-looking, smoother skin. These "lunch hour" peels are often done repeatedly over time and can even out fine wrinkling, uneven pigmentation, and smooth out rough, dry skin or a mild acne problem.

Medium Peels: Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is used when a medium depth peel is indicated for skin that has moderate sun damage, fine lines, and weathered skin. TCA peels can correct pigment problems and superficial blemishes, and sometimes two or more treatments, spaced out over weeks or months, are required for best results. A full-face TCA peel usually takes about 15 minutes. 

Deep Peels: Phenol acid is the strongest of the chemical solutions and causes a deep peel. A phenol peel is a drastic, one-time procedure that offers dramatic and long-lasting results. Anyone with extensive wrinkling, lots of brown age spots, mild scarring or with pre-cancerous growths, could be a candidate for this procedure. A full-face phenol peel can take from one to two hours. The phenol peel results in permanently lighter skin. To protect it, a sunblock must be used at all times.

After evaluating the condition of the patient's skin, skin type, and the severity of discoloration and wrinkling, your plastic surgeon can determine which type of chemical peel is right for you. Most peels can be performed on the face, neck, chest, hands, arms, and legs.

We specialize in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and face, as well as non-surgical treatments and services. Our office is conveniently located in Beverly Hills, California, near Los Angeles and bordered by Orange and Ventura Counties. Call us today for an appointment or for more information!