Skin Resurfacing


Version: 1.0
Size:
684KB
Requirements:
No special requirements
Price:
Free
System:
Windows XP/2000/98
Rating:
4.5
License:
Freeware

Description - Skin Resurfacing



Skin resurfacing employs a variety of techniques to change the surface texture and appearance of the skin. Common skin resurfacing techniques include chemical peels, dermabrasion, and laser resurfacing. Antiviral medications should be started several days before the Procedure.Laser resurfacing is performed under local anesthesia. An oral sedative may also be taken. The patient`s eyes must be shielded, and the area surrounding the face should be shielded with wet drapes or crumpled foil to catch stray beams of laser light. The physician will Mark the areas to be treated before beginning the procedure. The skin should be kept moist following laser resurfacing. This promotes more rapid healing and reduces the risk of Infection. The face is washed with plain water and an ointment is reapplied. Healing will take approximately two weeks. Pain medications and a steroid to reduce swelling may also be taken. Chemical peels employ a variety of caustic chemicals to selectively destroy several layers of skin. The peeling solutions are "painted on," area-by-area, to ensure that the entire face is treated.After the skin heals, discoloration, wrinkles, and other surface irregularities are often eliminated. Chemical peels are divided into three types: superficial, medium-depth, and deep. The type of peel depends on the strength of the chemical used, and on how deeply it penetrates. Superficial peels are used for fine wrinkles, Sun damage, ACNE, and rosacea. The medium-depth peel is used for more obvious wrinkles and sun damage. Deep peels are used for the most severe wrinkling and sun damage.

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