Scars from past pimples can be removed with fractional laser resurfacing in Walnut Creek, CA

It is not uncommon for patients who have had years of severe acne to be concerned about the damage that has been left behind. Patients in and around the Walnut Creek, CA area who have scarring from past pimples and blemishes will be excited to learn that there are treatment solutions for acne scars. One of them is that of fractional laser and skin resurfacing.

A fractional laser is a treatment that allows patients to see dramatic results immediately and continuing for many months. This is because this service allows for the formation of collagen after stimulation. Our fractional laser treatments include ActiveFX, DeepFX, and TotalFX. These are treatments use the Lumenis CO2 laser; one of the best on the market today. They range in aggressiveness. The ActiveFX device is best for addressing the upper layers of the skin. It is a more mild treatment and is used for acne scars that may be shallow in depth. This may be best for rolling acne scars which cause an uneven texture along the skin. For more dramatic results, patients may want to consider the DeepFX or the TotalFX. Not only can these work wonders on pimple scars, but they can be used to turn back the hands of time. They can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines, improve overall skin tone and texture, and can give patients a more youthful appearance, as well as, beautiful, glowing skin. However, the DeepFX and TotalFX does come with longer recovery and healing times; though the results cannot be compared with others skin resurfacing treatments available at The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute

If you live in or around the area of Walnut Creek, CA, look no further than the dedicated team of professionals at The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute Dr. Christine Lee, a board certified dermatologist, is here with her staff to assist men and women in looking and feeling their absolute best! Her practice is equipped with some of the latest technologies and over 40 laser devices that are used to achieve the best health and wellness of the skin and body.