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Laser Skin Resurfacing
Also known as "laser peel," laser skin resurfacing usually takes less than 1½ hours (sometimes just a few minutes) depending on the size of the area being treated. The laser peel procedure uses a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser beam which vaporizes the upper layers of damaged skin at controlled levels of penetration. The laser procedure removes areas of damaged or wrinkled skin often caused by prolonged sun exposure. Laser skin resurfacing can minimize the appearance of fine lines around the mouth and the eyes and is also effective in treating facial scars and skin areas with uneven pigmentation.
» Read more about Laser Peels and Laser Resurfacing procedures on the American Society of Plastic Surgeons web site.
Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion removes a layer of surface skin to improve the appearance of facial scarring due to acne, chicken pox, injury or other causes, as well as uneven pigmentation, wrinkles, sun damage, tattoos, age spots and certain kinds of skin lesions. During the dermabrasion procedure, the skin is frozen, typically with a spray, and then abraded with a high-speed rotary instrument for a dramatically smoother, fresher look. After your dermabrasion, it is normal to feel a sensation similar to sunburn for a week or so, at which time most patients are able to return to work. The newly revealed skin will likely appear pinker than usual for two to three months. Patients should be sure to adequately protect skin from sunlight.
» Read more about Dermabrasion procedures on the American Society of Plastic Surgeons web site.
Tattoo Removal
If the tattoo is relatively small and/or easily accessible and cosmetically in an inconspicuous area, the entire tattoo can be surgically cut out (or excised), and the skin can be sutured closed with stitches. This can be done in a single tattoo removal treatment session, or in several tattoo removal treatment sessions involving a "staged" or serial excision technique. This surgical technique is done in the office under local anesthesia. If you'd like to set-up an appointment to speak with Dr. Glassman regarding your tattoo and possible tattoo removal, please contact our plastic surgery center for more information.
Scar Treatment | Scar Revision Surgery
Utilizing a combination of surgical, non-surgical and Laser methods, our plastic surgeon, Dr. Glassman, is able to improve the appearance of most scars whether the result of accident or previous surgery. Scar revision surgery, laser resurfacing and such medical treatments as silicone sheeting and creams are very effective today. Dr. Glassman utilizes many different techniques and procedures when it comes to scar treatment and scar revision. Depending on the type of scar, Dr. Glassman will decide what is best for the removal of your scar. Contact our cosmetic surgery office today to schedule an appoint for a scar revision consultation.
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