SKIN RESURFACING: ABLATIVE
AVERAGE COSTS :
Prices vary from £75 upwards
DESCRIPTION
Removal of the upper layers of the skin to smooth scars, fine lines and wrinkles, or to treat irregular pigmentation. Lasers commonly used include Carbon Dioxide (C02) or erbium. Chemical peel agents include TCA, croton oil and Jessner's solution. Dermabrasion involves a controlled mechanical scraping of the skin.
AVERAGE COST
Prices vary from £75 upwards
LENGTH OF PROCEDURE
30 minutes to an hour and a half
IN/OUTPATIENT
Outpatient
ANAESTHESIA
Local with sedation
RECOVERY TIME
Return to work within two to four weeks
TREATMENT FREQUENCY
May be repeated if necessary
RISKS
Burns, scarring, pigmentation changes, persistent redness, activation of herpes virus infections (cold sores)
DURATION OF RESULTS
Long-lasting, but aging will affect results. Sun protection is essential to maintain results.
FIVE ESSENTIAL ABLATIVE QUESTIONS
What is your experience with laser and other skin resurfacing techniques? What type of laser do you use?
How many treatments will I require to achieve my desired results?
Is this safe for my skin tone? Will it change the colour of my skin?
What type of recovery will I require? Will I need special skin care in this time?
Will you treat me yourself or will a member of your staff? What are his or her qualifications?
Further Reading:
http://www.a-b-c-uk.com
Or call 0845 869 3244