Tuesday, January 29, 2008

What Is Laser Resurfacing?

Laser resurfacing works by directing a precise and intense beam of laser light back and forth over areas of skin to be treated. Each pass of the light vaporizes the upper layers of damaged skin and causes the skin to contract. This results in tightening thecollagenand elastic fibers of thedermis, producing a new skin layer that is tighter, firmer and more youthful looking.

There are two types of lasers: CO2 and erbium. Doctors often combine the two on different areas of the face. The results of laser resurfacing are long lasting.

source from http://beauty.ivillage.com

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