The use of fractional lasers in dermatology is a progressive method of
skin rejuvenation. You may also hear this process called fractional
photothermolysis. “Fractional” simply means a small amount, and the word
“photothermolysis” is literally derived from “light, heat,
destruction.” Thus, a fractional laser directs a specific wavelength of
light to a very defined area, at a microscopic level. As the light is
absorbed, the energy produces enough heat to destroy the target, leaving
surrounding tissue untouched.
You’ve probably seen a digital photograph enlarged to the
point where the individual pixels become noticeable. Imagine this
technology as a laser so advanced that it can treat individual pixels.
Only those problematic skin cells are destroyed, so recovery time is
greatly reduced. As the body naturally replaces the targeted cells with
fresh, healthy ones, your beautiful new complexion emerges.
Under the care of a qualified, board certified dermatologist
like Dr. M. Christine Lee, fractional laser resurfacing can be an ideal
choice for treating a variety of skin conditions:
- Acne scars.
- Melasma – discoloration that often occurs during pregnancy.
- Fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.
- Freckles, sun damage, and age spots.
- Rough texture or uneven skin tone.
- Enlarged pores and some types of birthmarks.
A number of practitioners in California are now offering
this technique. Before you undergo laser-resurfacing, take some time to
be sure you are in good hands. Find out if the treatment is administered
by a technician or by the doctor. Ask what special training the doctor
has had, and if he or she is certified by the American Board of
Dermatology. Look into what lasers the facility utilizes, and how much
experience the doctor has in using each type. Ask for frank information
on how the procedure is done, aftercare, and possible complications.
Then call The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute and ask
the same questions. You’ll be hard pressed to find a dermatologist whose
laser expertise matches Dr. Lee’s. She is heavily involved in laser
research. She has pioneered new techniques and improvements in the use
of lasers in dermatology. Dr. Lee lectures and teaches other
dermatologists from all over the world. Her proficiency is complimented
by a state-of-the art facility and a caring staff.
It’s your skin and your face. Trust your fresh new look to
an expert in fractional laser resurfacing. Call The Skin and Laser
Treatment Institute today.