Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgery in New York
Laser Resurfacing Staten Island
Allure Plastic Surgery
As skin ages, wrinkles and loose skin appear, along with dark spots and pigmentation. Sun exposure, hormone changes, and genetics all contribute to these irregularities.
Laser skin resurfacing uses a laser tuned to the skin to vaporize the outer layer while triggering new collagen and elastin. The result is fresher, firmer skin.
CO2 Laser Resurfacing
At Allure Plastic Surgery, we use the Carbon Dioxide (CO2) laser to smooth facial wrinkles, irregularities, and blotchiness. It is especially effective on frown lines around the mouth and lips and crow’s feet around the eyes.
The CO2 laser is the heaviest, most intense option and can produce dramatic results. It can be done under IV sedation for your comfort. Recovery takes about 10 days, after which make-up can be applied.
Fraxel Laser
The Fraxel laser reduces wrinkles around the eyes. Treatments produce smoother, softer skin, better tone and texture, and reduced acne scarring and pigmentation.
Benefits
What are the Benefits of Laser Skin Resurfacing?
Laser skin resurfacing offers several benefits for patients who want refreshed, more youthful skin:
- Tighter, firmer skin
- Minimized pigmentation, skin tone, and texture concerns
- Smoothed lines and facial wrinkles
- Reduced acne scarring and stretch marks
- Minimized, smaller pores
- Can be used on many areas of the body
- Suitable for any skin type or color
- Is a non-surgical, safe, and effective treatment
Am I a Candidate for Laser Resurfacing in Staten Island?
Candidates for laser skin resurfacing are men or women who would like to reduce wrinkles, tighten and rejuvenate their skin. Ideal candidates should meet the following requirements:
- Are generally in good health and do not smoke
- Have mild to moderate sagging skin and/or wrinkles
- Do not have an active acne outbreak or skin infection
- Are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have not recently been tanned by the sun or a tanning bed
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Laser resurfacing at Allure smoothed out my acne scars and texture better than I imagined. The recovery was manageable and the team checked on me throughout.Rebecca N., Google Review
Flexible Financing
Pay Over Time with Cherry, Affirm, or CareCredit
We work with Cherry, Affirm, and CareCredit so you can spread the cost of your procedure into manageable monthly payments. Approval usually takes minutes, and there is no penalty for paying off early.
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FAQ
Common Questions About Laser Resurfacing
How much does laser skin resurfacing cost?
It depends which laser your skin calls for and how large an area is treated, since a full-face CO2 treatment and a Fraxel session around the eyes are different procedures. You get an exact figure at your consultation, and financing through Affirm, Cherry and CareCredit is available.
What does laser resurfacing actually do?
A laser tuned to the skin vaporizes the outer layer while triggering new collagen and elastin underneath. You are removing damaged surface skin and prompting the skin to rebuild at the same time, which is why the result is fresher and firmer rather than just smoother.
What is the difference between the CO2 laser and Fraxel?
We use the carbon dioxide laser to smooth facial wrinkles, irregularities and blotchiness, and it is especially effective on the lines around the mouth and lips and crow's feet around the eyes. It is the heaviest and most intense option. The Fraxel laser reduces wrinkles around the eyes and produces smoother, softer skin, better tone and texture and reduced acne scarring and pigmentation. Which one suits you is decided at the consultation.
Am I a candidate for laser resurfacing?
Candidates are generally in good health and do not smoke, have mild to moderate sagging skin or wrinkles, have no active acne outbreak or skin infection, are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and have not recently been tanned by the sun or a tanning bed. That last one matters more than most patients expect, so tell us if you have been away.
What can laser resurfacing treat?
Tighter, firmer skin, reduced pigmentation and improved tone and texture, smoothed lines and facial wrinkles, reduced acne scarring and stretch marks, and smaller pores. It can be used on many areas of the body and is suitable for a range of skin types.
Does it work on stretch marks and acne scars?
Yes, reducing acne scarring and stretch marks is among the things resurfacing is used for. How much change is realistic depends on how old and how deep the marks are, which is something your surgeon can tell you by looking rather than in advance.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please schedule a consultation with our team to discuss your individual needs.