| Recent technology has provided an antidote
to the damage that is inflicted on the skin by the elements.
The laser has been adapted to treat wrinkles and smooth out
damaged, aged skin. The energy that is delivered by the laser
is specifically absorbed by the water in the cells of the skin
resulting in a destruction of the damaged cells and
replacement or "resurfacing" with new dermal collagen and
elastic fibers. In addition, skin shrinkage can be produced
which gives a tighter "lifted" appearance to the
face.
We
have two lasers available to treat the skin. The carbon
dioxide or CO2 laser is very effective for the most severely
damaged types of skin. It provides a very effective way to
treat not only the wrinkles and superficial pigmentation spots
of the skin but also produces a significant tightening effect.
This laser requires about 12 days for the skin to heal. There
is a pink to red tone to the skin that will last for about 2-3
months with use of this laser. This can be easily covered with
a camouflage makeup.
The
Erbium laser is a newly developed type of laser that allows
for faster healing and less redness. The skin heals within one
week and the redness lasts for only about 3-4 weeks. This
laser is most effective for superficial to moderate depth
wrinkles found in younger age groups.
The
laser procedure can be used to treat specific areas of the
face such as the crow's feet around the eyes, the forehead,
the wrinkles around the mouth, or the entire face. It is also
a nice addition to facial surgery to enhance the final result
after facelift and eyelid surgery. The procedure is usually
performed using local anesthesia that can be supplemented with
additional sedation if so desired.
To request more information or to
schedule a personal appointment with Dr. Forley, please
call 212-861-3757 or click here
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