The eCO2 laser made by Lutronic is a fractional laser skin treatment
for visible signs of aging such as wrinkles, fine lines, pigmentation, and
scars. The laser rejuvenates your skin by heating tiny channels in the dermis
layer that are surrounded by tiny spots of untreated skin. This triggers a natural
healing process that creates fresh, younger looking skin.
How eCO2 laser treatment is performed
eCO2 laser resurfacing is an in-office procedure performed
under topical or local anesthesia. It usually takes about two hours.
Your skin specialist will begin by cleansing your skin and
applying a topical anesthesia cream. Sometimes injected nerve blockers are
used. It may take about an hour for the topical anesthesia to numb your face.
The cream is then cleaned off and the laser hand piece is passed over your
skin. The laser shines in small patches and you may feel some mild discomfort
during the treatment.
The eCO2 laser is a fractional laser, meaning it creates
tiny channels in your skin that are surrounded by tiny untreated areas. This improves
your comfort level during treatment and recovery, and also speeds up your healing.
Recovery and results
There is about a week of downtime after treatment, and most
people avoid their regular activities. Your skin will appear significantly red,
rough, and flaky, and you may also have some swelling as you heal. Your
dermatologist will have you apply soothing hydrocortisone cream and moisturizer
multiple times a day during this healing phase. Most people are completely
healed in 7–10 days, and you may require multiple treatments for maximum
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