How Fractional Lasers Boost Collagen

Anyone who has kept up with the latest advancements in cosmetic technology knows about laser treatments. There are a number of customizable treatments available to repair damaged skin and give you a youthful look. Different types of laser treatments are used to achieve a wide range of aesthetic goals.

Not only can our fractional lasers increase your confidence, but they can also improve the health of your skin. Read more to learn how Dr. Mettu uses lasers at Raleigh Eye and Face Plastic Surgery to boost collagen and improve skin for long-lasting results.

What Is Laser Resurfacing?

Laser skin resurfacing exists in a lot of forms and has evolved over the years to treat several skin problems. You might sign up for a laser treatment if you want to tighten sagging and wrinkled skin or improve aging changes and sun damage. The laser uses heat to stimulate collagen growth within the skin.

Collagen is a protein that helps the skin stay tight, smooth, and hydrated. Our skin makes its own collagen naturally; however, as we age, our bodies will stop producing this protein as efficiently as it did. Lasers stimulate skin cells to produce collagen. After treatments, your skin produces collagen which yields youthful, healthy skin.

How Lasers Work to Treat Damaged Skin

When applying laser technology to facial rejuvenation, there are one of two ways that lasers can be used to help deliver the best results:

Ablative Laser Resurfacing

Ablative lasers typically remove the epidermis at least in part, which is the surface layer of your skin. This layer quickly regenerates and grows into a newer and healthier layer of skin. You can enjoy smooth and wrinkle-free results after multiple sessions of laser facial rejuvenation.

The laser treatments we provide at Raleigh Eye and Face fall under this category. 

Nonablative Laser Treatment

Nonablative laser therapy is very similar to ablative laser methods. However, there is one big difference: nonablative lasers do not remove the outer layer (epidermis) of the skin. Some people may prefer this method as it has a shorter healing time. However, you might not get as satisfying or as long-lasting results as you would with an ablative laser treatment.

Boosting Your Collagen with CO2 Laser Treatment Options

Raleigh Eye and Face offers two dynamic fractional ablative laser resurfacing options to meet a wide variety of patient needs.

eCOTone

A popular rejuvenating treatment, eCOTone, is a light laser peel, giving the benefits of healthier looking skin with less downtime as more invasive laser resurfacing.

Treatment with eCOTone is a good option for anyone who wants to treat sun damage or get a brighter, more even skin tone. 

eCO2 Plus

This is a more intensive laser treatment for those looking for more dramatic results after 1 session than the eCOTone light laser peel with regard to skin tightening and wrinkle reduction. If you are struggling with more wrinkles and loose skin eCO2 Plus may be a better treatment option. This treatment penetrates more deeply, which can provide more drastic skin tightening results.

Find Your Perfect Treatment

At Raleigh Eye and  Face Plastic Surgery, we curate individualized treatments to bring better harmony to your face and all of your features.. Stop aging and skin damage in its tracks with our incredible CO2 laser treatments. Between eCOTone and eCO2 Plus, we have what you need to feel good about your skin again. Find the perfect treatment when you schedule an appointment with us!