Our skin changes over time, losing its youthful look and giving way to brown spots, texture irregularity, wrinkles, and laxity. Fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing is a revolutionary technology that delivers excellent results with minimal downtime and risk, making it the new gold standard in facial rejuvenation.
At Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery in Dallas, TX, we offer state-of-the-art laser resurfacing treatments to help you achieve a more youthful and radiant appearance. Dr. Bassichis, a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, specializes in facial cosmetic procedures and utilizes advanced laser technology to address a range of skin concerns, from wrinkles and age spots to acne scars and sun damage.
What Is Laser Resurfacing?
Laser resurfacing is a minimally invasive procedure that uses focused laser energy to remove damaged outer layers of skin and stimulate collagen production. This process reveals smoother, tighter, and more evenly toned skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and other imperfections.
How Does Fractionated CO2 Laser Resurfacing Work?
This advanced technique targets a fraction of the skin’s surface at a time, leaving surrounding tissue intact for faster healing and minimal downtime. It effectively treats moderate to severe wrinkles, age spots, acne scars, and other textural irregularities.
Fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing harnesses your body’s natural healing power to rejuvenate your skin. Here’s how it works:
- Precision Targeting: The laser creates a grid pattern of tiny wounds, evenly spaced across the skin. This fractional approach treats only a portion of the skin’s surface, leaving “islands” of healthy tissue untouched.
- Faster Healing: By preserving healthy skin, the treatment promotes rapid healing and significantly reduces downtime. Most patients return to their normal activities within a week.
- Deep Collagen Stimulation: Despite treating only a fraction of the skin, the laser’s heat energy reaches deep into the dermis, stimulating collagen production for long-lasting skin tightening and wrinkle reduction.
This unique combination of targeted treatment and deep rejuvenation is what makes Fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing so effective. It delivers the dramatic results of traditional CO2 lasers with minimal downtime and risk.
Benefits of Laser Resurfacing
Fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing offers a remarkable combination of safety and effectiveness, delivering exceptional results with minimal downtime. Clinical studies have shown significant improvements in skin tone, texture, and tightness with reduced redness, swelling, and recovery time. This advanced technology allows Dr. Bassichis to help you achieve a dramatically more youthful appearance with minimal disruption to your daily life.
Reduces wrinkles and fine lines
Laser resurfacing stimulates collagen production, which helps to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines, particularly around the eyes and mouth.
Improves skin tone and texture
By removing damaged outer layers of skin, laser resurfacing can improve skin tone and texture, reducing the appearance of age spots, sun damage, and acne scars.
Tightens skin
Laser resurfacing can help to tighten loose or sagging skin, resulting in a more youthful and contoured appearance.
Minimally invasive
Laser resurfacing is a minimally invasive procedure with minimal downtime, allowing you to return to your normal activities quickly.
Your Laser Resurfacing Experience with Dr. Bassichis
Dr. Bassichis is committed to providing personalized care and natural-looking results. Your laser resurfacing journey will include:
- Consultation: Dr. Bassichis will meet with you to discuss your concerns, goals, and expectations. He will evaluate your skin and recommend the most appropriate laser resurfacing technique for your needs.
- Preparation: Dr. Bassichis will provide you with detailed instructions on how to prepare for your laser resurfacing procedure, including any necessary skincare changes or medications to avoid.
- Procedure: The laser resurfacing procedure is typically performed in our office under local anesthesia. Dr. Bassichis will use the latest laser technology to precisely target the areas of your skin that need treatment.
- Recovery: Dr. Bassichis will provide you with post-procedure instructions and a customized skincare regimen to optimize your healing and results. You can expect some redness and swelling for a few days, but you should be able to return to your normal activities within a week.
- Follow-up: Dr. Bassichis will schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and ensure you are achieving the desired results.
Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Meet Dr. Bassichis
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Voted D Magazine’s Best Plastic Surgeon and Top Doctor in America, Dr. Benjamin Bassichis is double board certified by both the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
Laser Resurfacing Recovery & Aftercare
Dr. Bassichis uses the latest advancements in laser resurfacing to provide a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. At Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery Center in Dallas, your comfort and safety are our top priorities. Here’s what you can expect from your recovery:
- Minimal Downtime: Most patients return to their normal routines within a week, with the ability to wear makeup to minimize any visible signs of the procedure.
- Rapid Healing: Healing is typically quick, with minimal discomfort and redness subsiding within a week. The severe oozing and crusting associated with older CO2 laser treatments is not experienced with this advanced fractionated approach.
- Continued Improvement: While you’ll see initial skin renewal within a week, your results will continue to improve over 3-6 months as new collagen and elastin formation rejuvenates your appearance.
- Natural & Long-Lasting Results: The outcome is a natural, rejuvenated look with smoother, tighter skin and a significant reduction in wrinkles, irregularities, and scars. With proper sun protection, these results can last for many years.
Dr. Bassichis will provide you with a personalized healing regimen to ensure optimal recovery and maximize your results.
Transformative Results
Dr. Bassichis is a facial plastic surgery specialist who offers the gold standard in laser resurfacing with advanced technology and a personalized approach. Fractionated CO2 laser treatment provides long-term results that can last for years with proper sun protection. You’ll see some improvement right away, with continued enhancement over several months as collagen production increases. This treatment can also minimize the risk of future skin cancers by targeting precancerous lesions. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Bassichis to learn more about achieving transformative, long-lasting results with fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing.
Unlock Your Natural Beauty at Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery
Ready to take the next step toward achieving your aesthetic goals? Whether you’re considering laser resurfacing or exploring other options to enhance your appearance, Dr. Bassichis and his team can help you achieve all your skincare dreams. Contact Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery today to schedule a personalized consultation at our Dallas or Plano locations. We will take the time to understand your desires, answer your questions, and develop a customized treatment plan to help you look and feel your best.