Sciton Laser / Fractional eCO2 Skin Resurfacing
Resurfacing lasers have completely revolutionized the approach to acne scar treatment, offering new found hopes to not being scarred for life. The most popular laser types used are the carbon dioxide (CO2) and erbium (Er:YAG) lasers, proven to date to be the gold standard for treating severe acne scarring.
Resurfacing lasers work by essentially burning the top layers of skin to a precise depth, replacing the burned layers with newer appearing skin as natural healing takes place. Using the Sciton laser skin resurfacing mode and our fractional eCO2 laser in combination, we are able to achieve visible results that meet patients’ expectations.
The lasers smooth old scars and stimulate the process of collagen renewal, treating not only acne scars, but with collagen renewal benefits to “un-scarred” skin tissue as well. In effect, there’s total rejuvenation and skin re-birth, with patients reporting noticeable tightening of skin after the resurfacing laser treatment.
What conditions can CO2 Laser treat?
Fine line and wrinkles, scars including acne scars, sun damage and pigmentation issues, textural issues such as enlarged pores. Ablative lasers are considered the gold standard for resurfacing the skin.
Who is CO2 Laser for?
For patients who can accept a slightly longer downtime, and looking for a very effective way to treat the issues as listed
What to expect from treatment?
Treatment lasts from 30 to 45 minutes. Most patients report that there is mild discomfort, but is very tolerable. Numbing cream will be applied thoroughly before the procedure for effective pain reduction.
Initially, the skin will be pinkish. Your skin may feel dry and peel. It will take about 2-3 days for the skin to crust. Most patients heal up completely in about a week
- Doctor's consultation
- Facial cleansing
- Application of numbing cream
- Treatment
- Masking
- Application of sunblock
- Home care advice
FAQs
Once the skin heals fully heals in 1-2 weeks, most patients will notice the difference of the new skin that has regenerated!
We usually recommend 2-5 sessions 6-8 weeks apart depending on what we are treating
As compared to an Er-YAG laser, CO2 lasers are able to ablate skin to a deeper layer. Results with a CO2 laser are generally better, but carries the inconvenience of a longer downtime. However, not all skin types are suitable for ablation due to the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Depending on what we are treating, we may recommend combining different procedures. For example, if your concern is acne scarring, we may recommend a subcision procedure with Rejuran S.
You will be provided with an antibiotic cream to use until the skin crusts. It is important to moisturize your face and use sunblock. Use only gentle cleansers without any acidic ingredients, exfoliants or scrubs. Avoid alcohol during the healing process. Do not pick at the scabs!
Some contraindications include
- Pregnancy or lactation
- Hypertrophic scarring tendencies
- History of light or photo-allergy reactions
Please let our doctors know if there is
- Presence of inflammatory skin conditions such as active acne, allergies, or infections
- Highly sensitive skin or severe skin issues
- Existing skin disorders such as eczema, keloids, scars, or skin cancer
There is a small risk of infection as there are microscopic wounds on the skin. It is thus important to use the antibiotic creams provided. There is also a risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and it is very important to let the skin heal fully and avoid the sun, even wearing sunblock indoors.
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