Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser Precision, Lasting Glow
Custom Laser Resurfacing for a Smoother, Brighter Look.
Laser skin resurfacing treatments are versatile and easily customizable to your skin concerns. Different technologies offer varying energy wavelengths, treatment depths, pulse durations, and more, so your dermatology and medical spa professional can tailor the best laser treatment for your skin. The laser center serves patients from Springfield, Westfield, and Northampton, MA, and others who travel to New England Dermatology & Laser Center for advanced facial rejuvenation with laser skin resurfacing.
What Is Laser Skin Resurfacing?
This treatment uses laser energy to remove some or all of the skin’s outer layer while heating the underlying skin. This action works to stimulate the growth of new collagen fibers. As the treated area heals, the new skin that forms is smoother and firmer.
Types of Laser Resurfacing
There are different types of laser skin resurfacing treatments, including:
Ablative laser skin resurfacing vaporizes and removes the top layer of skin.
Nonablative laser skin resurfacing injures but doesn’t remove the top layer of skin.
Fractional laser skin resurfacing causes less surface injury but affects the deeper layers of your skin.
Hybrid fractional laser resurfacing uses both fractionated nonablative and ablative skin resurfacing simultaneously.
What Skin Issues Can Laser Resurfacing Improve?
While individual results may vary, laser skin resurfacing can improve various skin issues, including:
Fine lines and wrinkles
Skin texture issues and enlarged pores
Sun damage
Surgical, burn, trauma, and acne scars
Hyperpigmentation and discoloration
Your provider can help you choose the best laser treatment based on your skin type and pigment. They may recommend pairing your laser treatment with DiamondGlow® for comprehensive skincare benefits.
Relief for Sensitive Skin
Laser Skin Resurfacing Options
Below are some laser skin resurfacing treatments available at our practice so you can enjoy smooth and radiant skin.
Erbium:YAG Laser Skin Resurfacing
This treatment uses an erbium:YAG (Er:YAG) laser to deliver heat to a customized skin depth and can be used for ablative and fractional treatments. Some skin concerns you can improve with this treatment include facial lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and photodamage.
Fraxel®
Fraxel fractionated laser treatments target aging and sun-damaged skin with microscopic columns of laser light that penetrate deep into the skin to stimulate your body’s healing response and remodel collagen. Since the laser treats only a fraction of tissue at a time, leaving surrounding tissue unharmed, recovery time is minimal.
How Painful Is Laser Skin Resurfacing?
We are careful to ensure you are comfortable during your treatment and will use topical or other anesthetics as needed. Most patients only feel minor discomfort during treatment, depending on the strength of the laser used.
Your provider may advise using an ice pack or over-the-counter pain relievers to manage discomfort after your treatment, especially in the case of ablative treatments.
What Is Recovery Like After Laser Skin Treatments?
We will provide aftercare instructions and recovery timelines specific to your treatment. In general, you will need to protect your skin with broad-spectrum sunscreen when going outdoors and use a gentle cleanser when cleaning your skin after the treatment.