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What is Fractional Skin Rejuvenation?
Fractional is the next generation
of laser skin resurfacing that helps to improve skin
texture, tone and firmness, smoothes wrinkles, and reduces
pore size and scars (including acne scars) without the
downtime and discomfort associated with other resurfacing
lasers. This FDA-approved treatment represents the best
of both worlds for skin resurfacing: it combines the
proven effectiveness of an ablative approach with the
client comfort level and convenience of a non-ablative
approach.
How does Fractional Work?
Fractional skin resurfacing is based
on the principle of microthermal treatment zones. The
laser pulses create tiny holes in the skin, removing
the epidermis and upper dermis. The treatment then triggers
the body's natural healing process, stimulating the
growth of new, healthy skin tissue.
The procedure treats small zones of
the skin, leaving surrounding tissue untouched and intact.
These large unaffected areas act as a reservoir for
more effective and rapid tissue healing and collagen
production. The end result: new, healthier, smoother
tissue in place of skin imperfections.
What Areas Can Be Treated?
Any area of the skin can be treated
that surface irregularities, including: wrinkles, acne
scars, and stretchmarks. Common areas treated include
the face, neck, chest, hands and arms.
How Many Treatments Are Necessary?
Generally, treatment involves three
to six sessions at three week intervals. Fractional
is often bundled with other light-based therapies to
achieve optimum results, such as IPL Photofacials and
other skin tightening procedures.
Does the Fractional Treatment
Hurt?
There is little or no discomfort during
the treatment. Most commonly, clients feel some slight
warmth with the pulse of the laser. Clients experience
a sunburn-like sensation afterward (3-4 hours) that
is easily neutralized with a gentle moisturizer.
Is There Any Downtime with
the Procedure?
Typically, there is little to no downtime
associated with the treatment. Make-up can be applied
immediately afterward. Some flaking can be experienced
for one or two days with full recovery in about five
days. Your skin will look better within days following
the treatment, and results steadily improve over the
next few months. For more information on how Fractional
can help you achieve your skin care goals, please call
to schedule a free consultation at any of our convenient
locations.
Before and After
Photos
Photos are of actual patients, but
not necessarily patients at any specific current or
past SKINovative® location.
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