The natural collagen in our skin begins to diminish over time causing skin to become lax and droopy with age. Laser skin resurfacing is a minimally invasive procedure that remodels our natural collagen. Newer fractional technology allows us to go “deeper” into the skin and stimulate collagen without harming the top layer of our skin, the epidermis. Micro-columns of laser light are used to evenly distribute light to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, improve laxity and skin tone, as well as treat scarring. 

Fractional laser resurfacing is commonly used to improve both fine lines and wrinkles, complexion and texture, scarring, sun damage, brown spots, acne scars, melasma, and stretch marks. Recovery after non-ablative fractional resurfacing is limited to redness and swelling for 2-3 days followed by darkening of brown spots and minimal flaking or scaling. Sun sensitivity lasts about one week. Patients may wear make-up to minimize social downtime.