CO2 Laser Resurfacing

You may be a candidate for skin resurfacing if your facial skin is severely sun damaged or wrinkled, if you have vertical lines (smoker lines) around your mouth, if you have facial scars caused by injury, acne, or chicken pox, or if you have severe brown spots, freckles or blotchy skin. Laser skin resurfacing techniques include medium and deep chemical peels, and CO2 fractionated laser resurfacing.

Skin resurfacing removes the outer layers of facial skin to reduce or eliminate smoker lines, wrinkles, skin discoloration, and mild to moderate acne scars through techniques including, chemical peel, dermabrasion, and CO2 laserresurfacing.  Skin resurfacing procedures stimulate new skin growth, resulting in a fresher, more youthful appearance.

You may be a candidate for skin resurfacing if your facial skin is damaged or wrinkled, if you have vertical lines around your mouth or smokers lines, if you have facial scars caused by injury, acne, or chicken pox, or if you have brown spots, freckles or blotchy skin.  At Mansfield Cosmetic Surgery Center, we use a variety of techniques to perform skin resurfacing, including medium to deep chemical peel, and Matrix CO2 fractionated laser resurfacing.

For fractionated CO2 skin laser resurfacing, we use the CO2 Fractional SkinMatrix platform. Fractionated CO2 laser therapy offers the ultimate in skin resurfacing and rejuvenation. This technology is ideal for the treatment of brown spots, sun damage, fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and poor skin texture.

Repair and restore your skin to an age-resistant beauty level!

As a person ages, their collagen production begins to decline which leads to breakdowns of the skin’s underlying support structure. Daily exposure to UV rays and other environmental elements can cause the skin to become discolored and premature wrinkles may emerge. Treatments with the Matrix Fractional CO2 laser will enhance the skin’s strength and elasticity. The skin will have a smoother, tighter texture and pigmentation problems will begin to diminish.

Matrix Fractional CO2 laser treatments provide wrinkle reduction, overall tissue tightening and textural improvement.

Q & A for the Matrix CO2 Fractional Laser

How does fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing work?

Cosmetic surgery laser treatments using the Matrix fractional CO2 laser may reverse the signs of aging, sun-damaged skin, and acne scarring by stimulating the production of collagen and promoting skin tightening. The procedure is personally performed by Dr. Michael Thornton in our private surgical suite. The Matrix Fractional CO2 technology is designed in such a way that Dr. Michael Thornton has precise control over the intensity of the treatment, thus accelerating the healing process.

How do I know if I am a candidate?

If your skin is showing signs of aging, wrinkles, sun damage, or acne scarring then you are a candidate for the Matrix CO2 fractional laser treatment. Dr. Michael Thornton and his highly trained staff can help you determine your specific needs.

What does the laser treatment feel like?

Treatment sensations vary from person to person. During the procedure, tiny pulses of laser energy are delivered to the skin and most patients will experience a warm sharp feeling. Dr. Michael Thornton performs the procedure by applying topical anesthesia cream, performing local nerve blocks, and prescribing oral sedation medication. Any redness, swelling or puffiness that occurs is typically gone within a few days, but may last up to a week or so.

How do I take care of my skin following treatment?

Post treatment care consists of staying indoors and out of the direct sunlight for a few days while applying a topical ointment and topical skin care as directed by Dr. Michael Thornton.

How many laser anti-aging treatments are required?

Results vary with each patient. Most patients are satisfied following a single treatment, but in some cases a series of treatments may be required to achieve desired results.

How long do the results last?

This varies from person to person. However, if you take steps to protect your freshly laser rejuvenated skin, including the use of sunscreen, facial cleansers and prescription skin care, your results may last several years.