Face Laser Treatment
Facial laser treatment is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the U.S. demand has skyrocketed, with more than a half-million laser resurfacing treatments performed in 2008. Does this Spark an idea?
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Functions
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Laser treatment corrects skin irregularities, such as skin discoloration, broken capillaries, spider veins, acne, scars, birthmarks, and fine lines and wrinkles.
How It Works
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Light, energy and/or heat correct unwanted skin conditions. Highly concentrated laser beams target and destroy abnormal skin cells, stimulating new, healthy cell growth.
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Types
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The laser used depends on the skin condition, reports the Consumer Guide to Plastic Surgery. Ablative lasers burn the surface skin tissue to reach objectives. Non-ablative lasers penetrate the skin's surface without burning the tissue.
Benefits
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Laser treatment is cheaper and less invasive than plastic surgery, with a lower risk of side effects and complications, and much less recovery time, if any. Results are near permanent to permanent, depending on factors such as sun exposure, according to the Consumer Guide to Plastic Surgery.
Sources of Treatment
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While some high-end salons and so-called "medspas" may offer laser treatment, dermatologists and plastic surgeons are the safest sources for such procedures, according to the ASPS.
Side Effects
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Depending on the type and intensity of laser treatment, side effects may include swelling, bruising, dryness, scabbing, redness and increased sun sensitivity.
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