Introduction
Energy-based lasers have the ability to resurface multiple layers of the skin, smoothing skin texture and fine lines and addressing pigmentation issues. Several factors, such as acne, chicken pox scars, and other damage, can leave atrophic scarring, impacting the appearance of the skin. Sun damage and aging can result in brown spots and changes in elasticity. If you have acne scars, fine lines, wrinkles, or dull skin, laser skin resurfacing may be the right treatment to help you achieve smoother, more even-textured, refreshed, and rejuvenated skin. At LM Medical NYC, we offer laser skin resurfacing in both our Greenwich Village and the Upper East Side clinics for your convenience.
Our skin specialists, headed by our board-certified dermatologist and award-winning skin expert, Dr. Morgan Rabach, can determine the best type of laser treatment for your skin. If you are interested in laser skin resurfacing in New York City, please contact our office to schedule a consultation and continue reading about our service.
When old skin cells are removed from the surface, the skin can heal and rejuvenate. The trick is not to damage the skin; only remove unwanted skin cells safely and carefully. Laser skin resurfacing can remove the top skin cells and stimulate new cell growth for smoother, more youthful skin. It uses light energy to target the top layers of skin. Using the right depth and type of laser energy is important to achieve the desired results.
Our patients who have received laser skin resurfacing in New York City have shared its long-lasting results and the boost in their self-esteem. Other benefits include:
The best candidates for laser skin resurfacing would be those with wrinkles and scars who are looking for something quick and non-invasive. Some characteristics of ideal candidates include:
The first step to getting laser skin resurfacing in New York City is to schedule a consultation with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Morgan Rabach. During the consultation, you will have the opportunity to discuss your medical history, aesthetic goals, concerns, and expectations for the procedure. This is a time for honesty and also for any questions and concerns you might have about the treatment. As Dr. Rabach examines your target areas, determining the best techniques to meet your aesthetic goals, she will outline the treatments with their associated risks and benefits.
At the end of the consultation, we aim to reach a mutually agreed-upon treatment plan. After that, a patient coordinator can help you schedule your procedure at a convenient time.
On the day of your laser skin resurfacing in New York City, Dr. Rabach and her team will receive you at the practice, settle you in the procedure room, and review your treatment plan to ensure there are no further questions or concerns. Finally, your face or target area will be numbed with a topical analgesic to keep you comfortable.
During ablative laser skin resurfacing, an intense beam of light energy targets the outer layer of the skin, or epidermis, removing it and stimulating the underlying skin or dermis. This process removes superficial scars and damaged skin, stimulates collagen production, and smooths the resulting skin.
On average and without complications, laser skin resurfacing typically takes between 30 minutes and two hours, depending on the technique used and the size of the area treated.
After the procedure, patients can expect redness and swelling. Ice packs and pain medication will relieve the symptoms. A thick ointment will be applied, and the skin will be bandaged with a watertight dressing.
Patients can return to their normal activities immediately, but they should keep in mind that it takes a week to ten days for the new skin to grow back. Full recovery takes at least a month. During this time, patients are recommended to avoid makeup and any foreign irritants that may contact the skin, avoid swimming and other activities that expose the area to potential infection, and use medical-grade sunscreen.
The cost of Laser Skin Resurfacing in New York City will depend on the target area being treated, Dr. Rabach’s fees, and the technique used. Patients should schedule a consultation as soon as possible so that a treatment plan can be drafted and priced.
Dr. Morgan Rabach should be your first choice for laser skin resurfacing in New York City. She is a board-certified dermatologist and media expert with hundreds of opinion articles on skincare and injectable cosmetic procedures. Dr. Morgan is known for her expertise in cutting-edge techniques for Botox and Fillers and the savvy use of skin products. Additionally, she deeply enjoys helping people eliminate acne scarring.
Dr. Morgan is ranked “#1 dermatologist” in NYC by RateMDs, has been featured as a “Superdoctor” in NYTimes Magazine for the last five years, has been granted the “TopDoctor” designation by Real Self, and is an advisor for Gerson Lehrman Group and Guidepoint Global. She has also been featured in New York Magazine, Elle, Oprah Magazine, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, and Men’s Health and is a regular contributor to Healthline for her expert views on all things skin.
LM Medical NYC
If you want to rejuvenate and improve the appearance of your skin, laser skin resurfacing can be a painless, long-lasting solution. To learn more about the various laser skin treatments we offer at LM Medical NYC, contact us at our Greenwich Village or Upper East Side locations. Call today to book your skin consultation to discuss laser skin resurfacing.
