The most common areas of the body laser resurfacing treats are the face, due to wrinkles, and the abdomen, due to stretch marks. Other areas of the body can be treated as well. Many doctors do not recommend laser resurfacing on the hands, neck and chest area because these areas do not heal as well as the rest of the body. Laser resurfacing is the process where a laser is used to send out pulses of high-energy light. The light is changed to heat, and then the heated energy destroys the damaged skin.
Face
Many patients choose to have laser resurfacing done to the areas of the face where wrinkles are present. The laser removes the outer layers of the skin to promote new growth of the skin cells and collagen. This results in fewer wrinkles.
Abdomen
Other patients wish to have laser resurfacing done where they have stretch marks. The laser works to remove the damaged skin to promote regrowth of the cells.
Areas Where Tattoos are Present
Many people regret getting tattoo's. This is for a number of reasons, but laser resurfacing can help with the removal of the tattoo on most areas of the body.
Laser Resurfacing can treat almost any area of the body except for the hands, neck and chest area. If you are considering laser resurfacing, talk to your doctor to see if you are a good candidate.
