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Skin ablation and resurfacing

Why do wrinkles occur?
With the passing of the years, the skin of the face tends to relax and become thinner. This is mainly due to loss of collagen, dehydration, and other secondary factors like smoking, stress, excessive exposure to the sun, poor diet and atmospheric pollution.

Can laser cancel wrinkles of the skin?
Laser emits a light capable of vaporizing the superficial layers of the epidermis and softening the furrows of the wrinkles. This process leads to a desquamation of the tissues treated and a natural regeneration of the skin. In fact, the epidermis that remains underneath produces new cells and there is the formation of new collagen with a net improvement of the skin texture and elasticity.

Which are the areas that can be treated?
The wrinkles around the yes and the perioral region (around the mouth) can be treated along with acne scars, old-age spots on the hands and face, and generally any other skin imperfections.

Is laser treatment safe?
Laser devices have been exploited in cosmetic surgery for over twenty years, demonstrating a high degree of reliability and effectiveness when used by qualified specialists on carefully selected patients. Laser has taken over from the old traditional alternatives like chemical peeling and dermo-abrasion which are not able to control the depth of action and are more painful and uncomfortable for the patient.

How many sessions are necessary?
One single treatment can be carried out by operating in greater depth; otherwise it is possible to carry out several "softer" treatments for better assessing the situation and with shorter recovery periods. It depends more on the patient's requirements than on the physician's decision.

How long are the healing times?
The recovery times are usually very short. During the first 48 hours, there is a sensation of heat or burning similar to sunstroke, discomfort that vanishes thanks to the use of creams indicated by the physician. For 10- 15 days afterwards the skin will have a smooth appearance with a reddish color that can easily be covered with light make-up and without prejudicing your daily activities or social life.

What are the post-treatment indications to be followed?
During the first 48 hours, moisturizing antibiotic and anti-inflammatory creams can be applied. The use of Vaseline-based preparations is also recommended for 8 days after the operation in order to prevent the formation of unsightly scabs. Following this it will still be necessary to protect your skin from the sun's rays for about two months. You must wait 4 - 6 months before exposing your skin to the sun again.

Is the treatment painful?
The treatment is not painful and is well tolerated by the patient. A local anesthetic may be used for particularly sensitive areas.

Are there any undesirable side effects?
At times there could be unsightly dark marks which always disappear within a few weeks either spontaneously or by following your physician's indications.

What results are obtained?
After laser therapy the skin will be tauter, smoother and more polished, the deep wrinkles will be attenuated and the finer ones will disappear. Moreover, the treatment will not cause any alterations in your natural facial expression or gestures.

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