If you are looking for an effective method for treating scars, wrinkles, or other skin imperfections, CO₂ Laser Resurfacing in Puerto Vallarta can provide dramatic results. At Renew Med Spa, we provide skin resurfacing for patients looking for clearer and healthier-looking skin. This is a non-surgical laser treatment great for treating a variety of skin conditions and skin types.
We at Renew offer two types of CO₂ Laser Skin Resurfacing options. Light Fractional and Deep Fractional CO₂ Laser Resurfacing.
Light Fractional CO₂ Laser
Fractional CO₂ laser resurfacing utilizes a carbon dioxide laser to remove the skin’s damaged outer layers and reveal brighter, fresher, rejuvenated skin.
This technology uses the delivery of micro beams of energy to vaporize small columns of tissue. Instead of treating 100% of the skin surface, it lays down tiny dots of energy that create microscopic columns of ablation. These microscopic holes stimulate tissue remodeling and collagen formation leading to improvements in the skin. By leaving tissue intact between these ablated columns, recovery is faster and can be as little as 6-7 days. (Available for skin types Fitzpatrick 1-4.)
Fractional CO₂ laser can improve:
- Sun damage
- Pigment
- Stretch marks
- Texture
- Mild/moderate skin laxity
- Light Scars
- Overall skin quality in any part of the body
Recommended sessions: 1-2 treatments every 6 months apart.
The procedure requires shorter downtime. Generally, this type of skin resurfacing treatment does not require topical anesthetic.
It is important that the patient booking this treatment is well hydrated and clean shaven prior to the appointment.
Since the targeted chromophore is water, well hydrated skin we will treat is very important. Therefore, for maximum benefits and better recovery we recommend one or two IV Vitamin drip sessions such as our Reboot or Immunity formulas 48-72 hours prior to the treatment.
Patients can see signs of skin improvements after 3-4 weeks following the treatment. Results will peak at about 2 months.
Deep Fractional CO₂ Resurfacing
Deeper CO₂ fractional resurfacing works in the dermis for deeper tissue remodeling. This treatment can target everything the Light Fractional CO₂ resurfacing can, but at a deeper layer of tissue, and has the benefit of skin tightening due to the increased thermal delivery into the dermis. (Available for skin types Fitzpatrick 1-3)
This is a more aggressive treatment. Topical numbing is recommended to lessen discomfort. The down time can vary depending on the settings but will typically be up to 15 days. The post care protocols are also different and require more care due to the extended downtime and increased tissue response.
You’re likely a good candidate for Deep CO₂ Skin Resurfacing if you’re interested in addressing:
- More advanced aging
- Deeper lines and wrinkles
- Deep scars
- Stretch marks
Recommended sessions: 1 treatments annually.
It is important that the patient booking this treatment is well hydrated and clean shaven prior to the appointment.
Since the targeted chromophore is water, well hydrated skin we will treat is very important. Therefore, for maximum benefits and better recovery we recommend one or two IV Vitamin drip sessions such as our Reboot or Immunity formulas 48-72 hours prior to the treatment.
Patients can see signs of skin improvements after 4-6 weeks following the treatment. Results will peak at about 3 months.
