For everyone who is afraid to subject the face of plastic surgery, a beautiful non -surgical alternative has appeared - fractional laser rejuvenation of the skin, the safety of which compared to surgical intervention is ten times higher.However, not everything is as rosy as those who offer to use this technique for an effective and quick update of the epidermis describe, so we offer you to carefully study all the features, details of this procedure set forth in this article, since they are impartial and objective!
What is the method
Grinding the skin tissue using high temperatures created by a laser beam is called fractional laser rejuvenation.The procedure is performed using a small apparatus resembling a battery, on the working surface of which there are photocells responsible for the penetration of the laser beam to the dermal layer.
The main difference between this device is the temperature of the exposure, which is higher compared to the usual laser apparatus for hair removal or combating acne.
The processing of a fractional laser is carried out very quickly, since a minute of delay can lead to a burn of the deepest layers of the skin.
Advertising of this technique claims that as a result of the procedure, sleeping, worthy cells of the epidermis will be awakened and begin to completely restore, since the laser beam is able to force:
- Cells experience thermal shock, as a result of which they are activated;
- The cells that are no longer able to function normally and fall off completely;
- Work cells are divided to restore the skin damaged by the laser effect of the skin zone;
- To begin the synthesis of collagen and elastin fibers, serving the main source of rejuvenation of the epidermis.
To reduce the thickness of the beam and leaving the laser beam, which is untouched by the next to the skin, is divided into several microscopic rays (fractions) that form the so -called laser lattice.
Depending on the degree of sensitivity of the patient's epidermis, a special gel anesthetic can be used, which provides painless execution of the procedure.
Types of manipulation
The mechanism of exposure to the laser beam can be different in nature and depth of penetration into the skin tissue.The following types of fractional laser rejuvenation are distinguished:
- Ablative - laser exposure to the problem areas of the epidermis with their subsequent healing and gradual tightening.As a result, the skin gets the lifting effect, noticeable after the first procedure;
- Non -ablative-ensuring the updating of collagen and elastin compounds in the deep layers of the skin structure for the prolonged process of rejuvenation.
List of readings
The developers of the methodology argue that the procedure will help everyone who has the following aesthetic defects:
- enlarged (wide) pores against the background of increased production of sebum;
- waging, dry and sagging skin fabric;
- scars, stretch marks, uneven relief and vascular stars;
- acne and pigment spots;
- Wrinkles, “goose legs”, “bags” in the eye area and ptosis of the upper eyelids.
When the procedure is contraindicated
It is not recommended to carry out this manipulation in the presence of the following conditions:
- pregnancy and lactation;
- any infections of the epidermis;
- inflammatory processes on the skin;
- allergic reactions and a tendency to their appearance;
- psoriasis diseases;
- mental disorders and epilepsy;
- malignant neoplasms in the laser processing zone;
- blood diseases;
- diabetes and other diseases in the stage of decompensation;
- autoimmune pathologies;
- tendencies to the appearance of keloid scars.
What is the effectiveness of the procedure
The methodology of fractional laser rejuvenation of the face with the correct, professional execution can provide the following results:
- Significantly narrow the expanded pores of the epidermis;
- save the face of age spots;
- remove scars, stretch marks and vascular net;
- tighten the wilting epidermis, making it more elastic and elastic by activating the synthesis of collagen and elastin;
- Smooth the skin from small and medium in the depths of wrinkles;
- eliminate "goose legs";
- significantly improve complexion;
- Make the contour of the face more clear.
Promises and reality
Bright advertising of the procedure claims that in 1 session you will completely get rid of wrinkles, scars, roses, acne and fat seborrhea.In fact, everything is not entirely true.
- Wrinkles, however, not all disappear, since the epidermis is not responsible for the appearance of deep wrinkles forming in the dermal layer.
- Scars will not disappear in 1 session.It will take at least 3 procedures with the frequency of execution 1 time every six months.
- The dermal layer heals for 2 weeks, the first of which is characterized by the complete absence of the protective layer of the epidermis, so it will require a constant application of special compositions and the exclusion of being under direct sunlight.
- The procedure is really painful and the type of skin surface, as well as the sensitivity threshold and use/lack of anesthesia in this case, do not matter.
- It is forbidden to carry out manipulation in the presence of abscesses on the face and painful acne.
The consequences of the methodology
Everyone who decides on such rejuvenation should know about the following possible consequences:
- Immediately after passing the session, the face will be very sick, regardless of the use of painkillers and ointments.After about 2 to 3 hours, the skin will begin to blush strongly, swelling may appear on it, especially in areas near the eyes, nose and upper eyelids;
- The peak of edema occurs the day after manipulation.There are cases when the processed areas of the face were like an inflated ball.In this way, the body reacts to extraneous intervention and seeks to recover faster.To reduce the appearance of edema, limit the use of salt and drink diuretics;
- On the second day after the session, a plentiful discharge of lymph may appear, which will subsequently change crusts that form on the skin, which protect the face from the penetration of infections and microbes.It is strictly forbidden to touch them, and even more so to tear them off, otherwise you can get severe infection of the epidermis and forever stay with ugly scars on the face!These crusts should only fall off on their own!
- The skin will begin to recover a week later.Around the same time, swelling will leave.Over the next month, your face complexion will be bright pink and a mandatory application of medical creams with a level of UV rays at least 30 will be required.
The only procedure for fractional laser exposure for complete rejuvenation of the skin of the face will not be enough.The doctor, most likely, will advise repeating the manipulation after six months or even after 3 months.Deep wrinkles and pronounced scars of this technique, alas, cannot do it, so keep this in mind, deciding on such a procedure!
Be sure to weigh all the pros and cons, before subjecting your face to this rejuvenation methodology!