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Lasers can be utilized to treat a variety of cosmetic issues. Laser is actually an acronym for “light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation.” Lasers transmit, bounce, and focus intense light energy into a targeted area to achieve a specific result.
Cosmetic laser procedures are immensely popular for people who don’t want the expense, downtime, or invasiveness of surgery. Some skin conditions often treated with lasers are:
Different types of lasers are used for each specific condition. Dr. Ghosh will meet with you to discuss your specific goals, which laser therapy may be best for you, and what you can expect during treatment and afterward.
Dr. Ghosh and the team at Aesthetics and Laser Wellness use two main types of lasers: ablative and non-ablative.
Ablative lasers are a more aggressive option, in that they take off the top layer of skin in order to initiate a healing response. Numbing agents are used to help you tolerate the pain associated with the procedure. The recovery time takes about two or three full weeks and the results can be dramatic. Dr. Ghosh uses an ablative laser to treat the following skin conditions:
Following ablative laser resurfacing, your skin may be red, itchy and raw. Dr. Ghosh may prescribe an antibiotic to prevent infection. While ablative skin resurfacing is a more intense treatment than non-ablative, the effects are typically more significant and longer lasting
Unlike ablative laser procedures, a non-ablative laser session doesn’t require any downtime. The laser forces heat energy into your skin’s deepest layers of skin, prompting your collagen to regenerate. Non-ablative laser treatments work best on:
Non-ablative procedures don’t require any time from work or school, although you may experience minor swelling and redness.
For the very best in cosmetic laser treatments to help rejuvenate your skin and turn back the clock, call Aesthetics and Laser Wellness or to schedule a skin consultation online.
