Laser Resurfacing in Winston-Salem

Our laser resurfacing choices in Winston-Salem are great for most patients who want smoother skin with better tone and vibrancy. However, some skin types work better than others.

Some lasers aren’t suitable for darker skin tones, as the ablative lasers’ microinjuries could trigger keloid scarring or hyperpigmentation. Also, deep wrinkles cannot be eradicated by laser skin resurfacing. Some medications may make your skin too sensitive, or certain skin conditions may preclude you from having laser resurfacing until those conditions are resolved.

Generally, you should have good health in both body and skin, and you want to address fine lines and wrinkles, mild skin laxity, skin tone issues, and moderate scarring. During your consultation, your provider will help you determine if anything in your current situation would exclude you from these beneficial treatment options. Your skin type may determine which laser will work better for you.

You can support your laser skin resurfacing results by committing to some lifestyle changes that support healthy skin. You may want to change your diet to include more vitamin C. Getting enough sleep and regular exercise also helps your system create healthy internal environments for healing, and it boosts collagen production—a key to skin health, especially as we age.

You should also use medical-grade skincare products, such as moisturizers and antioxidants. These keep you hydrated, and protect skin from damage from extrinsic factors. They also boost elasticity and reduce the appearance of lines. Because laser skin resurfacing causes microinjuries, you should only use the cleanest, purest skincare products possible. We also offer excellent sunscreen products to protect your newly enhanced skin from the brutal rays of the sun.

If you smoke, do your best to stop. Smoking is terrible for your skin. Also, stay out of tanning beds and try not to overindulge in alcohol. All of these can hinder—or even reverse—the healthy progress of your treatments for laser resurfacing in Winston-Salem.

During the recovery period after laser skin resurfacing, most patients experience temporary, mild irritation or inflammation of the treatment area, which usually subsides in 24 to 48 hours. Because laser resurfacing removes one or more layers of damaged skin, there will be some crusting or peeling in the treatment area, which can last 3 to 5 days.

You can expect to avoid sun exposure for 7 days, plus you’ll need to refrain from picking at the crusting/peeling skin, as this can cause scarring. Gentle cleansing and moisturizing will help you get through this short stage, eventually arriving at skin that’s softer, smoother, more evenly toned, and more rejuvenated.