Fractional CO2 Treatment

Fractional CO2 resurfacing is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure for men & women that can take off years from the face and significantly improves the appearance of wrinkles and pigmentation. In the past, traditional CO2 laser treatment removed the entire surface of the skin. Modern fractional CO2 uses small columns of fractionated energy to ablate damaged areas of skin. By targeting deeper zones within the skin as opposed to an entire skin surface, fractional CO2 treatment in Dubai is a one-time treatment performed under local anesthesia. It is a minimally invasive, simple and short procedure.

Outcomes

You may expect outstanding outcomes from the fractional CO2 laser resurfacing in Dubai. As a result of this procedure, you will get smooth, rejuvenated, and younger skin. Your wrinkles and fine lines will disappear, and you will feel more confident.

Pre treatment care

During the consultation, our expert will give you some pre-procedure instructions. Some common instructions include:

Avoid sun exposure and tanning for at least two weeks before treatment.
Wear strong sunscreen regularly before going in the sun.
Avoid exfoliation for at least two weeks before treatment.
Discontinue using glycolic acid or retinoic acid products a few weeks before treatment.
Apply the prescribed topical medications regularly.
Avoid wearing makeup before treatment.

Procedure

Typically, it takes 20 to 30 minutes to complete. The steps of fractional CO2 treatment in Dubai are:

The treatment area is cleansed.
Numbing cream or local anesthesia is applied to the treatment area. Most of the patients do not require numbing treatment because the discomfort caused by the treatment is bearable.
The fractional CO2 laser device is then moved across the skin.
During the procedure, a CO2 laser beam is fractionated or pixelated into thousands of tiny shafts of light. These shafts penetrate the deep layers of skin and cause tiny wounds.
The healing process involves the replacement of damaged skin with new healthy skin. The heat produced by the laser also causes the shrinkage of collagen and promotes the production of new collagen.
Applying cold compresses will help reduce the burning sensation afterward.

Machine used

The machine used to perform fractional CO2 treatment is SmartXide.

Post treatment care

Some common post-treatment instructions of fractional CO2 treatment in Dubai are:

Use cold compresses to minimize discomfort and burning sensation.
Apply prescribed topical medications regularly.
Be gentle to your skin.
Do not scrub.
Avoid excessive sun exposure for the recommended time.
Apply strong sunscreen before going in the sun.

Complications

The following complications may occur as a result of fractional CO2 resurfacing in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. You can reduce the chances of these risks by selecting your doctor wisely. Have a look at a few possible complications.

Swelling
Infection
Skin burn
Itching
Irritation
Discomfort