Fractional CO₂ Laser
Fractional CO₂ Laser is an advanced laser resurfacing treatment that uses fractional carbon dioxide laser technology to create microscopic columns of thermal injury in the skin. This stimulates deep collagen remodeling, effectively treating deep acne scars, wrinkles, and skin texture issues while leaving surrounding tissue intact for faster healing and superior results.
Duration
30-60 min
Downtime
Minimal
Results
Varies
Safe
Yes
Treatment Areas
Fractional CO₂ Laser effectively addresses multiple skin concerns for comprehensive rejuvenation.
Deep Acne Scars
Effectively treats deep, pitted acne scars
Wrinkles & Fine Lines
Reduces wrinkles and fine lines
Skin Texture
Improves overall skin texture and smoothness
Sun Damage
Reverses signs of sun damage
Pore Size
Minimizes pore appearance
Skin Rejuvenation
Overall skin quality improvement
How Fractional CO₂ Laser Works
Understanding the fractional resurfacing process
1. Fractional Pattern Creation
The laser creates a pattern of microscopic columns of thermal injury in the skin, treating only a fraction (typically 10-20%) of the skin surface. Each column extends deep into the dermis, creating controlled thermal damage while leaving surrounding tissue completely intact.
2. Collagen Remodeling
The thermal injury in each column triggers the body's natural healing response. Fibroblasts are activated to produce new collagen and elastin, remodeling the deep dermal structure. This process helps fill in scars, smooth wrinkles, and improve overall skin texture.
3. Faster Healing
Because only a fraction of the skin is treated, the surrounding intact tissue provides a framework for rapid healing. Skin cells migrate from the untreated areas to fill in the treated columns, resulting in faster recovery compared to traditional full-surface resurfacing.
4. Progressive Results
Over the following weeks and months, new collagen continues to form, leading to progressive improvement in skin texture, scar appearance, and overall quality. With multiple sessions, the cumulative effect provides significant, long-lasting results with smoother, more youthful-looking skin.
Benefits of Fractional CO₂ Laser
Aftercare Instructions
Follow these guidelines for optimal results
Frequently Asked Questions
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