Acne Scar Treatments Review

The pulsed CO2 laser consists of a carbon dioxide beam that vaporize the water content of the cells.
The target of the CO2 laser is the water contained inside the cells without damaging surrounding tissue.
The advantages of CO2 laser are represented by a reduced thermal damage, less bleeding, less inflammation and improved healing.

It is ideal in cases of damaged and inelastic skin (acne scars) because not only eliminates the most superficial layers but is also capable of determining a significant contraction of collagen and elastic fibers in the dermis and thus make the skin more toned.

Another advantage of the C02 laser is the assurance that the areas that are treated are “leveled” always on the desired thickness.

In the field of cosmetic surgery, the CO2 laser, invisible and infrared, has replaced the scalpel in many types of intervention.

The CO2 laser emits radiation in the infrared band vaporizing the water content; the reduced thermal damage and the reduction of bleeding makes it suitable for surgical incisions where the contained inflammatory response improves the healing result.
The advantages over the traditional scalpel are absolute precision, little scars, reduced bleeding, healing time reduced.

After the treatment is necessary to apply an antibiotic ointment for several days.
The treated areas should be protected with sunscreen with high protection, the redness disappears within a few weeks.

The advantages of CO2 laser surgery
The CO2 laser has for years been used in surgery instead of the traditional scalpel in many types of interventions, as it reduces bleeding, causes less inflammation and improved healing.
In particular, the CO2 laser scalpel compared to traditional treatments high precision, reduced healing times, little bleeding and better scars.

In cases of damaged skin, resurfacing with CO2 laser removes the top layer of skin that will be regenerated by new tissue, and causes a contraction of the collagen fibers making the skin more toned.
In particular, for example, peeling performed with CO2 laser causes vaporization of the superficial layer of the skin and the subsequent formation of new tissue, which gives the skin look more youthful and fresh.

Before treatment with CO2 laser

Before treatment with CO2 laser is important to avoid exposure to sunlight or sunlamp and do not take medications that increase skin sensitivity to light.

After treatment with CO2 laser

After treatment the skin stays red for a few weeks, and during this period it’s necessary to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning lamps; after the treatment, the doctor will apply an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory cream.

I recommend you to find a doctor prepared, serious, competent, with a structure that guarantees maximum safety to the patient to avoid possible complications such as burns, thermal damage, or problems with wound healing, which for an optimal outcome.