Every woman wants to be the owner of perfectly smooth and youthful skin without a single wrinkle. Over the years, the aging process of the skin becomes more and more active, so that it quickly loses its elasticity and firmness. Fractional laser rejuvenation will help restore skin quality. Thermal exposure during the procedure activates cell growth, ensures the production of collagen fibers and the elimination of the dead skin layer.
Principle of operation
Fractional rejuvenation with a laser - what is it? Experts therefore call skin resurfacing with the help of high temperatures provided by a laser beam. The principle of operation of the technique resembles laser resurfacing, but it has a deeper effect and possible complex consequences. The device for the procedure is small in size, it is equipped with photocells that ensure the penetration of the laser beam into the tissues. The specialist very quickly passes the device over the patient's skin, otherwise burns may occur.
Types
Specialists distinguish between ablative and non-ablative types of fractional laser rejuvenation. Ideally, a combination of both types of exposure is recommended.
ablative type
A non-surgical facelift using an ablative type resurfaces the dead layer of skin cells. This option allows you to eliminate the first signs of aging. The procedure, acting on the skin, activates the growth of new healthy cells, tightens, evens skin tone, smoothes mimic wrinkles.
non-ablative type
A non-ablative type of laser rejuvenation is used for irreversible skin changes. This option allows you to influence the deep layers, eliminates pathological processes in the skin, promotes cell regeneration and the formation of a membrane framework, activates the production of collagen fibers.
Indications
- Flaccidity, sagging skin;
- The presence of pigmentation, acne, enlarged pores;
- The presence of scars, rosacea (varicosities), striae (stretch marks);
- The presence of facial wrinkles, "crow's feet" around the eyes.
Contraindications
Experts do not recommend laser rejuvenation in the following cases:
- The presence of allergic reactions, skin infections;
- The presence of inflammation in the area of the intended impact, psoriasis;
- Epilepsy;
- The presence of malignant tumors in the area of the intended impact.
Preparation period
Before fractional rejuvenation, you must stop:
- A course of antibiotic therapy based on tetracyclines;
- Use of cosmetics containing alcohol;
- Visit beaches, solariums (refusal to sunbathe a few weeks before the operation).
How is it done
All manipulations within the framework of laser rejuvenation are carried out under local anesthesia. During the procedure, the patient may experience discomfort. The whole process takes about half an hour.
During the operation of the device, special protective glasses are in front of the patient's eyes. Remember: the level of exposure and the intensity of the procedure are selected by a specialist individually for each patient. The course mainly consists of 7 sessions. This is enough to smooth even deep scars and eliminate most wrinkles.
Effects
Immediately after fractional rejuvenation, the patient experiences pain even with the use of painkillers and medications. After about 3 hours, the skin reddens and swells a little (the swelling is maximum on the 2nd day), especially on the nose, around the eyes and on the upper eyelids. To reduce swelling, you need to drink diuretics and reduce the amount of salty foods.
On the second day, abundant secretion of ichor and the appearance of a crust on the face, which hardens by the end of the day (touching it is forbidden, as well as trying to remove it, is heavyinfection and the appearance of scars). After a while, it will become softer and disappear on its own (using skin regeneration products will help with this).
After about a week, the swelling on the face stops, but for about a month there remains a pronounced pinkish tint of the skin. When going out, the use of compounds with a sun protection factor (at least SPF 30) is required, vitamin intake is recommended. Sunbathing, as well as the use of exfoliants (scrub, scrub, scrub) are prohibited.
Usually, after 3-6 months, the specialist prescribes a second session, and all the consequences will have to be transferred again.