Ultrapulse CO2 laser resurfacing is a surgical technique used to improve facial wrinkles and treat skin imperfections such as post-acne scars. The CO2 laser emits an intense beam of light that instantly heats and vaporizes tissues and skin. This action is so precise and selective at the point of laser impact that the surrounding tissue is only mildly affected.
This method initially causes swelling, redness, exudation, and pain. Usually, the pain diminishes and disappears within a few days. At the end of the procedure, dressings are necessary and should be repeated in the following days according to the schedule provided by the doctor.
After 4 - 6 days, the dressings are permanently removed, and the skin appears healthy but reddened. Skin color improves within a few weeks, but in some cases, redness can persist for more than 4 - 6 months. During this period, direct exposure to sunlight is strictly prohibited. It's important to remember that the intensity and duration of redness are related to the dermal damage required for collagen tightening effect.