CO2 laser

The CO2 laser is a tool that dermatologists and aesthetic doctors used to treat particular skin conditions and promote cell regeneration (skin resurfacing) that is, it promotes the removal of the surface layer of the skin and stimulates the formation of new cells with consequent improvement in tone and elasticity.

Lasers are useful for treating numerous blemishes on the face, neck, hands, and body, and for addressing various issues. Let's look at them in detail.

• Wrinkles: the CO2 laser hits the medium and deep dermis causing an improvement in the firmness of the skin and a reduction in the depth of the wrinkles themselves.
• Liver spots or senile freckles, sun-damaged skin, growths, actinic and seborrheic keratosesThe laser is used after a careful evaluation to rule out cancerous spots. The light beam completely destroys these marks, allowing the skin to regenerate.
• Uneven skin toneThe CO2 laser's mechanism of action involves the light beam hitting many small areas of the skin, triggering a chain reaction of inflammation that affects the entire treated area. After about two to three weeks, the skin appears smoother with a marked improvement in blemishes.
• Acne and chickenpox scars, stretch marks, keloids: the action of the laser leads to the recovery of skin elasticity and the progressive filling of the scar area.
• Hanging fibroids: thanks to the CO2 laser they can be removed through total vaporization or cut, leaving the skin elastic and velvety as if it had never had a fibroid.
• XanthelasmasThe heat emitted by the laser dissolves the cholesterol deposits that give the affected area its typical yellowish color, coagulates the blood vessels, allowing for deep cleansing of the lesion and accelerating healing.
• Warts: the laser allows for targeted removal of the affected area without affecting the surrounding healthy part, but reaching a depth established by the dermatologist.

Lasers are useful for treating numerous blemishes on the face, neck, hands, and body, and for addressing various issues. Let's look at them in detail.

1. Before starting laser skin resurfacing, the skin must be prepared. This involves a series of treatments performed several weeks before the procedure with the aim of increasing the skin's tolerance to professional treatments. It can also reduce the risk of side effects.
2. The day of the procedure, the doctor will apply a topical anesthetic in the area to be treated, at least 30/40 minutes before startingThis is to reduce pain and help the patient feel more comfortable during the procedure. If large areas need to be treated, the doctor may also suggest taking a sedative or painkillers.
3. Next, the skin is cleansed to remove any cream or oil residue, dirt, and bacteria.
4. The doctor begins the treatment, using the selected laser. The handpiece is slowly moved around the targeted area of ​​skin, creating microscopic burns. It is important for both the patient and the doctor to wear protective goggles.
5. Finally, the The doctor will cover the treated area with cold water compresses and a protective cream. that isolates the skin from the sun's rays and light as much as possible.

Lasers are useful for treating numerous blemishes on the face, neck, hands, and body, and for addressing various issues. Let's look at them in detail.

Although the procedure falls under surgical treatments, it is actually performed on an outpatient basis and therefore the patient can return home as soon as possible.
This does not mean that you should not follow all the necessary recommendations.
Within 24 hours of treatment we are witnessing a redness and sometimes excessive swelling of the skin, with a concomitant increase in yellowish serous fluid.
In the following days, however, we witness a pseudo-tan which will undergo exfoliation and be replaced by new, healthy skin.