Comfort levels vary depending on the patient and their treatment area and depth. The process is tolerable for with topical numbing cream, local anesthetic and pain medication.
What it Treats
Deep Wrinkles
Skin texture and tone
Sunspots
Eligibility
18+
Male or Female
Procedure Time
60+ minutes
Required Downtime
14 days for full skin recovery
Safe And Effective
Our Process
Consultation
Patients have a comprehensive consultation with a provider to review their concerns, medical history, and treatment options.
Treatment
We cleanse your skin to remove any oils, makeup, or lotions. Then we'll cover your eyes to protect them from the laser. We use a handheld device against your skin and move it around the treatment area until complete.
Results
After treatment, you will be given aftercare instructions to promote the best possible results. Over the next 2 weeks, your skin will heal, and the results will begin to show. You may experience continued improvement in results for up to 6 months.
Kate Messana
DO, FAOCD, FAAD
- Specialty
- Clinical and microscopic diagnosis, Medical Dermatology, and Cosmetic Dermatology
- Education
- University of Minnesota, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Dermatology Residency, Cleveland Clinic Dermatopathology fellowship
- Credentials
- Member of the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the American Society of Dermatopathology
Frequently Asked Questions About Full-Field Resurfacing
In the first 10 to 14 days, the surface of the skin will be healing. Once you are fully healed, you will be able to resume your normal skincare and makeup routine and you will begin to experience results. Over the next few months, as you produce new collagen, your results will continue to improve.
Most patients see drastic results after just one treatment. If more treatments are needed, that can be discussed with your dermatologist.