What is cosmetic laser used for?
What is cosmetic laser used for? It can be used to treat spider veins, varicose veins, birthmarks, facial veins, and hemangioma tumors. It’s also effective against brown pigmented age spots. There are a wide variety of lasers that are currently being used to treat a broad range of dermatological conditions.
Which laser is used in cosmetic surgery?
CO2 Lasers are generally ablative lasers used to treat scars, warts, wrinkles, and other deeper skin flaws. Popular brands of CO2 lasers include AcuPulse by Lumenis, MiXto Pro laser by Lasering USA, and CO2RE by Candela. Erbium (Er:YAG) Lasers can be ablative or non-ablative.
Is cosmetic laser safe?
Risks associated with Cosmetic Laser Treatments
In some cases, there may be lightening or darkening of the skin, but these complications are rarely permanent. If the wrong device is used or if a procedure is not done properly, the desired results may not be obtained and there is a risk of permanent scarring.
How do cosmetic lasers work?
Lasers use heat (and light) to stimulate the growth of fibroblasts, which are precursors to new collagen in the skin. More collagen means firmer, fresher, younger-looking skin. There are two main types.
