Nowadays there are many skin treatments available in the market.
Aiming for fresher, younger appearance can include facelifts with
different amounts of cosmetic enhancement. Two of the best skin
rejuvenation treatments nowadays are laser microdermabrasion and laser
skin resurfacing. Each has its specific risk factors and benefits. It is
necessary to know these before planning to undergo any laser treatment.
Laser resurfacing is often used to remove blemishes on the face
through concentrated pulsed light energy. The laser utilizes either
erbium or Co2 to eliminate the skin top layers to reveal undamaged,
fresh surface. Laser light vaporizes the damaged cells and top surface.
The benefits of laser skin resurfacing include the reduction or removal
of the wrinkles or fine lines around the forehead, mouth and eyes. You
might also be able to keep away of cancer, warts and birthmarks. The
recovery period of this treatment is short, lasting only one week or
two. It will depend on the kind of chemical utilized. When the face
heals from the absorption of heat, the revitalization effects can last
anywhere from two to five years.
However, there are several risks or negative features of the
treatment. Rejuvenating from skin resurfacing will feel like mild
sunburn. The treated area will mostly be appearing swollen and quite red
in one or two weeks. It might itch or sting during the first few days.
In severe conditions, patients can experience lasting redness,
infection, serious scarring or a permanent change on the facial color.
This procedure is also not suggested for individuals who are having acne
problems.Microdermabrasion is a treatment used to scrap or polish the top skin damaged layers. It is a non-invasive and can be performed in less than one hour. Some treatments are needed to obtain the desired results and every session can be expensive. A microdermabrasion is preferable to remove eye bags, age spots and acne scars. It is popularly known because it doesn't cause burning, swelling or redness like the laser skin resurfacing. It provides a fresh, revitalize layer of facial surface and a glowing appearance on the face. Other patients usually want microdermabrasion because it is mild on the sensitive facial area and you don't have to undergo a recovery process. However, the procedure will not be very efficient all the time. As it is a less intense treatment, at times the effects are less efficient than desired. Multiple treatment sessions are needed and these can be very expensive when calculated.
