Skin Rejuvenation

For youthful and healthy looking skin, three factors must be controlled: redness in the form of rosacea or pseudo-rosacea, spots caused by the sun and environmental stressors as well as wrinkles and loss of tonus caused by a weak elastic fibre, collagen and hyaluronic acid structure that is regressing.

How can all these problems be treated to recreate a youthful balance? The answer: using laser devices. Let’s clear up a few points. There are several types of lasers and each type is used for very specific purposes. First of all, a laser is a device that produces a light energy source. This light is immediately absorbed by a specific structure when the beam comes into contact with the skin’s surface. For example, the CO2 laser beam is absorbed by the water molecules in the same fashion as the diode laser beam is absorbed by the pigments. The molecules are destroyed upon contact with the beam. Another example is the Nd:YAG laser; its beam targets the blood vessels.

One important question needs to be answered. Is the laser dangerous? The answer is simple: Laser treatment is a very safe procedure (for example, it does not cause cancer). The laser beam does its work on the surface. Once in contact with the skin, the beam is absorbed and it immediately ceases to have effect.

The oldest of all lasers used to treat wrinkles is the CO2 laser. It remains the reference for facial rejuvenation. CO2 laser can eliminate 10 to 15 years of ageing and therefore remains an interesting option for a targeted and motivated clientele.

No laser or other device will produce results that are as intense. The beam is absorbed by the skin and will pulverize components while generating a controlled amount of heat. This effect will lead to the regeneration of the skin’s outer layers while eliminating wrinkles and spots It will also trigger the fibroblasts to produce new collagen. The skin thus regains lost tonus.

Such a successful intervention nevertheless requires a minimum 7-day convalescence period. The key to success is post-operative follow-up and care. Patients who cooperate fully minimize their side effects and are able to resume their regular activities within a reasonable timeframe.