CO₂ Laser Skin Resurfacing
Achieve Youthful, Radiant Skin with CO₂ Laser Resurfacing in Austin, TX
Tru-Skin Dermatology offers professional carbon dioxide (CO₂) laser skin resurfacing at our Austin, Texas location. Founded on the principles of healthy skin, our full-service dermatology practice provides the latest advances in anti-aging and skin rejuvenation procedures, injections, and laser treatments – including robust skin resurfacing with our state-of-the-art Candela CO2RE laser.
What is CO₂ Laser Resurfacing?
The CO₂ laser is an ablative laser treatment, which means it penetrates and partially removes the superficial epidermis. Due to its depth of treatment, it can effectively address superficial skin flaws such as fine lines and wrinkles, and significantly improve or eliminate deeper age spots by retexturizing the skin. The CO₂ laser can also minimize the appearance of acne and surgical scars.
CO₂ Laser Resurfacing Examples
What can CO₂ laser resurfacing treat?
- Fine Lines
- Wrinkles
- Under-eye area loose skin and crow’s feet lines
- Age Spots
- Dark Spots
- Décolletage unevenness
- Acne Scars
- Sun Damage
- Large Pores
- Uneven Skin Tone
How Will My Skin Look After CO₂ Laser Treatment?
- Mild to moderate redness that may last for a day or two, or possibly for several days after, depending on the type of acid used in your peel and your individual skin type.
- Your skin may feel more sensitive for a few days
- You may experience some acne breakouts in the days following your treatment, as the skin cells begin to turn over and congestion is purged from your skin.
How does CO₂ laser resurfacing work?
FAQs for CO₂ Laser Resurfacing
The number of treatments depends on the severity of the skin condition being treated and your desired results. Often, one treatment can provide significant improvement, but some patients may benefit from multiple sessions spaced several months apart.
Ideal candidates for CO₂ Laser Resurfacing are individuals with fair to medium skin tones who have realistic expectations about the procedure. It may not be suitable for those with active acne outbreaks, very dark skin tones, or certain medical conditions that affect healing.
The results of CO₂ Laser Resurfacing can be long-lasting, with improvements in skin tone and texture lasting for several years. However, maintenance treatments and a good skincare regimen, including sun protection, can help prolong the results.
Recovery time varies depending on the depth and aggressiveness of the treatment. Initially, there may be swelling, redness, and peeling, which typically improve over 1-2 weeks. Complete healing may take several weeks to months, during which sun protection and gentle skincare are crucial.
Yes, CO₂ Laser Resurfacing can be combined with other cosmetic treatments such as injectables (like Botox or dermal fillers) or other laser treatments (like IPL or fractional lasers) to achieve more comprehensive results. Your dermatologist will customize a treatment plan based on your specific needs.
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