The difference between laser resurfacing and laser skin resurfacing Side effects of laser resurfacing

Few people may have heard of laser dermabrasion, but more people may have heard of laser skin resurfacing. Both of them are useful for the skin, so what are the differences between laser dermabrasion and laser skin resurfacing?

Laser dermabrasion is just laser skin resurfacing, just with a different name. Laser dermabrasion is not as effective in reducing scars as it is in removing wrinkles. After laser wrinkle removal, keep the wound clean, do not scratch it, return for regular checkups and observations, and apply proper sun protection to allow the wound to heal quickly, prevent melanin deposition, and achieve the best treatment effect.

1. Erythema. Almost all skin that has undergone laser resurfacing will develop erythema. During the process of skin re-growth after resurfacing, the local blood flow will increase, and the number of new blood vessels will increase temporarily, so the area where the laser resurfacing was performed will become red and erythema will also appear. The redness will subside in about a month, and the erythema will mostly disappear within two to three months.

2. Pigmentation is an inevitable natural reaction on the skin of Asians. Almost 100% of Asians will have temporary pigmentation after laser resurfacing, the only difference is the degree of pigmentation. Therefore, after laser resurfacing, you must actively protect yourself from the sun and apply topical ointments prescribed by cosmetic doctors to help pigmentation disappear faster and better.

Although laser resurfacing is an ideal way to reduce scars and eliminate wrinkles, poor postoperative care can have the opposite effect. Therefore, keeping the wound clean, not scratching it, returning for regular checkups, and applying proper sun protection can help the wound heal quickly, avoid melanin deposition, and achieve the best treatment effect.

The most commonly used lasers for microdermabrasion today are CO2 laser and Erbium laser, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. CO2 laser penetrates deep and has a quick effect, while Erbium laser is gentler and has a shorter recovery time after surgery.