CO2 Laser Resurfacing

CO2 fractional laser resurfacing is a powerful tool to tighten loose skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Dr. Irvine uses a fractional ablative CO2 laser for her resurfacing procedures. This creates controlled thermal injury to the skin, stimulating the body’s natural collagen production, and filling in deep lines and wrinkles.

CO2 laser resurfacing treats wrinkles which are present at rest and also treats the vertical lines around the mouth and wrinkles in the lower face that cannot be safely addressed with neuromodulators like botox® alone. A laser treatment can be done in the office using topical numbing cream, or it can be done in the operating room under general anesthesia. It is often performed at the time of a facelift to address the fine skin lines that cannot be improved with a facelift alone. Patients may require several treatments to achieve the desired result. It is critical to be on a good skin care regimen before and after a laser treatment and to avoid all sun exposure before and after. During a consultation with Dr. Irvine, she will discuss whether this powerful treatment is right for you and your skin type.

Recovery time varies based on the intensity and depth of the laser and ranges from 1-2 weeks. Slight redness of the face can last for 3-4 months.