Non-ablative laser resurfacing is skin rejuvenation using laser energy without damaging the skin.
What is non-ablative laser skin resurfacing and how does it work?
Laser non-ablative rejuvenationis a process of skin rejuvenation with laser energy without damaging the epidermis.
In this case, laser energy is converted into thermal energy. Controlled thermal stimulation stimulates the extracellular matrix and triggers the formation of collagen.
By interacting with water molecules contained in skin cells, the radiation has a tonic and regenerating effect on the skin and starts the process of its rejuvenation.
The water content in the epidermis is approximately 10-15%, in the deep layers of the skin it is much more - 70-75%. Due to this, during the procedure of laser non-ablative rejuvenation, the effect of the beam on the epidermis is minimal.
Passing through the manipulator, the laser beam is divided into microbeams in the form of a grid and forms closed coagulation columns in the deep layers of the skin, located at an equal distance from each other. During the session, the cells of the skin around the columns are exposed to heat, which activates the metabolism and promotes cell rejuvenation. Old cells are destroyed, being replaced by new ones, due to which it is possible to achievelifting effect. The skin acquires elasticity, even tone, looks younger.
Indications and contraindications
The non-ablative laser rejuvenation procedure is ideal for:
- elimination of visible age-related changes in the skin - wrinkles, folds, sagging, dryness;
- removal of age spots;
- complexion improvement;
- correction of keloid scars;
- fight acne, etc.
Laser rejuvenation is not performed if the patient has any of the following contraindications:
- oncological diseases;
- inflammatory processes on the skin;
- exacerbation of a chronic disease;
- pregnancy and lactation;
- immunodeficiency, etc.
The decision to perform a laser rejuvenation procedure is made by a specialist after examining the patient.
How is non-ablative laser rejuvenation performed?
Before the session, the skin in the treated area is cleansed, in some cases peeling is performed. A cosmetologist uses a laser beam on the surface of the skin in the problem area, bringing the manipulator closer to the skin.
During the session, the skin does not experience discomfort, thanks to the cooling system built into the manipulator. Due to this, laser rejuvenation does not require additional anesthesia of the treatment area.
Session Results
After 1-2 days after laser treatment, the skin condition noticeably improves. It acquires an even and fresh shade, the lost elasticity returns, small wrinkles and age spots gradually disappear. Active rejuvenation of skin cells has a tonic and tightening effect, due to which the patient looks 5-10 years younger.
In terms of effectiveness, the procedure is in no way inferior to the results of plastic surgery. Safety, lack of surgical intervention and postoperative recovery period make this method extremely popular among both women and men.