Laser Resurfacing

Laser Resurfacing Englewood NJWhat is Laser Resurfacing?

To improve the appearance of wrinkles, acne scars, sun spots, and aging and sun-damaged skin, Dr. Richard D’Amico & Dr. Julie Ferrauiola offers laser skin resurfacing treatments here in Englewood, NJ. He has options that remove dead and damaged layers of skin cells on the skin’s surface to reveal fresher and more youthful skin beneath. This method of skin rejuvenation is more comfortable than prior skin resurfacing technologies, and the laser gives Dr. D’Amico & Dr. Ferrauiola greater control over the depth of penetration of the skin’s surface for increased patient safety.
Laser skin treatments use focused beams of light energy to counteract the effects on the skin of acne, aging, sun damage, hyperpigmentation, scars, or poor nutrition. Laser resurfacing treatments are safe and efficient, requiring little downtime to provide effective results.

What Is Laser Skin Resurfacing Used to Treat?

Many patients seek laser resurfacing treatments for a variety of reasons. Typically, these are related to discontent with the appearance of their skin. Dr. D’Amico & Dr. Ferrauiola can perform laser skin resurfacing for any of the following reasons:

  • Decrease fine lines, wrinkles, and stretchmarks
  • Diminish the appearance of scars
  • Rejuvenate skin
  • Remove spider veins and age spots
  • Repair skin with sun damage
  • Improve skin tone
  • Remove warts or birthmarks
  • Decrease the size of pores

Types of Skin Resurfacing Treatments

Dr. D’Amico & Dr. Ferrauiola offer 3 types of treatments for resurfacing damaged skin:

1. Physical abrasion: dermabrasion

2. Chemicals to peel away the outer layer

3. Laser to peel the outer layer away with energy

Laser Skin Resurfacing Options

When it comes to laser skin resurfacing here in New Jersey, there are many options:

  • Full CO2
  • Fractional CO2
  • Erbium
  • IPL (Intense Pulse Light)

How Does The Laser Resurfacing Treatment Work?

Dr. D’Amico & Dr. Ferrauiola perform laser treatments in his office with topical anesthesia. Depending on the laser treatment, and the area being treated, it can take anywhere between 30 and 90 minutes to perform. Many patients will notice significant results after one treatment. Some patients may require multiple treatment sessions to achieve their desired results. Prior to your procedure, Dr. D’Amico  & Dr. Ferrauiola will determine the best treatment process for your individual needs and desires.

What is Fractionating?

Fractionating means that instead of the beam covering a full continuous segment of skin, it comes in little areas where some areas are not treated. Fractionating blocks the light in certain spots, so it hits a fraction of the area that’s exposed. Recovery is 4 to 5 days* while still achieving a high quality result. It’s not quite as effective as the full CO2 but recovery time is considerably shortened, and results compare very favorably to light-based therapies which are much less effective. This exciting new technology is literally changing the face of laser skin resurfacing. Full CO2 requires anesthesia.

Laser Skin Resurfacing Results — Before & After

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Are The Risks Associated With Laser Treatments?

The laser resurfacing procedure is safe for most patients and typically has no long-term side effects or complications. As with any procedure, there are some risks, although they are rare:

  • Infection
  • Scarring
  • Redness
  • Changes in pigmentation
  • Acne
  • Tiny white bumps on the skin

Schedule A Consultation In Englewood!

The first step in achieving your cosmetic goals is to request a consultation with Dr. D’Amico & Dr. Ferrauiola, serving the New York metro area. He enjoys spending time with you one-on-one to understand your objectives and give his professional opinion about the procedures that are best for you. You will never feel pressured to choose surgery and you will even have a second consultation visit (included with your fee) to bring along family or loved ones and ask follow-up questions. The consultation fee is applied toward any surgical procedure you choose. We are also happy to schedule appointments by phone.

* = Results may vary