Laser Skin Resurfacing
Sun exposure, natural aging and facial expressions all contribute to wrinkles that appear on your face. Laser skin resurfacing with a CO2 laser is the latest technique to reduce wrinkles and the signs of aging without any incisions. The laser works by removing the outer layers of skin and after the healing process the result is a smoother, firmer appearance to the skin. There is minimal discomfort and in some cases can be done under local anesthesia. Dr. Joseph will recommend at the time of the consultation which procedure, laser skin resurfacing or chemical peeling, is right for you. With some types of skin you may be required to start on preparatory creams several weeks prior to surgery. Most of the healing takes approximately 1 week, although the skin may look pink for several weeks after surgery. In most cases makeup can be applied approximately 7 to 10 days after surgery.

Laser skin resurfacing is performed at Brighton Medical Corporation, a certified out-patient surgical center. This procedure can be done under a light intravenous sedation but may be done under local anesthesia. The patient is required to have a competent adult pick them up from the surgical center and stay with them the first night. Surgical fees, pre-operative and post-operative instructions are given at the time of the consultation and the patient is responsible for reading these instructions thoroughly prior to surgery.