Laser Resurfacing

in San Antonio, Texas

Renew Skin from Within

Introduction to Laser Resurfacing

You may look at celebrities and wonder how they always have perfect skin. The secret is that many of them get laser resurfacing treatments to maintain their glowing, radiant, and clear skin complexion! At Texas Plastic Surgery, we offer versatile laser resurfacing treatments to help you achieve more youthful, healthy-looking skin so you can shine with confidence.

Come to Texas Plastic Surgery in San Antonio to remove lesions, pigmentation, fine lines, sun spots, acne scarring, and other skin imperfections through our laser skin resurfacing treatment.

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What is Laser Resurfacing?

Laser resurfacing is a cosmetic procedure that addresses skin concerns by using short, concentrated, pulsating beams of light. Specifically, the laser removes outer layers of skin while heating the underlying layer. This stimulates new collagen growth, resulting in smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin.

The Sciton Profile utilizes tunable, high-precision technology to treat both the epidermal and dermal layers of the skin for your specific skin concerns, including hyperpigmentation, sun spots, wrinkles, and scarring. The base system can be fitted with several laser wavelengths, including Er: YAG and Nd:YAG. This allows the provider to target a wide range of depths, using treatments ranging from light “nanopeels” to deep, full-field resurfacing.

It is equipped with ProFractional Therapy, which performs fractional laser resurfacing and creates microscopic treatment zones that leave the surrounding areas intact and promote quicker healing.

It also includes sapphire cooling to protect the skin’s surface layer from heat damage. This allows the laser to target deeper layers of the skin effectively without damaging the surrounding tissue.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Laser Resurfacing?

If you are looking to get treated in the San Antonio area, you might be a great candidate if you have the following qualities:

  • Skin concerns like sun-damaged skin, fine lines, vertical lip wrinkles, acne, and scarring
  • You want to avoid surgical intervention
  • You have good skin quality
  • You don’t smoke
  • You have realistic expectations

What Are the Benefits of Laser Resurfacing?

Laser resurfacing produces incredible, subtle results that look natural and last a long time. Here are some key benefits that may interest you:

  • Clearer, healthier-looking skin
  • Improves and reduces the appearance of sun damage, melasma, hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and enlarged pores
  • Safe for all skin types
  • Highly customizable treatment to target dermal and epidermal skin concerns
  • Quick treatment
  • Virtually no downtime
  • Gentle, non-ablative treatment
  • Increased confidence in skin

Combining My Laser Resurfacing with Other Treatments

For more effective or comprehensive results, many of our San Antonio patients choose to combine their laser resurfacing treatment with other treatments. You will be able to discuss these in detail during your consultation ahead of your day of treatment.

When you add this treatment, you can achieve a powerful, synergistic approach to facial rejuvenation. The laser improves skin tone, texture, and pigmentation by stimulating collagen production, and BOTOX relaxes the muscles that cause wrinkles.

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How to Begin Your Laser Resurfacing Journey

The first thing you will need to do is schedule a private consultation at our San Antonio office. You will meet your provider and get a smooth introduction to the treatment.

  1. Share your aesthetic and cosmetic goals with the provider. Be detailed and honest to give them a good idea of what you want.
  2. The provider will thoroughly assess your skin’s appearance and condition and compare them to your goal.s
  3. Look at before and after photos, so you know what to expect reasonably
  4. Review your medical history
  5. Formulate a treatment plan that covers everything involved in your laser resurfacing journey, including the type of laser, which areas are treated, the recovery steps, and the risks

What to Expect on the Day of a Laser Resurfacing Treatment

To prepare for your laser resurfacing treatment, arrive at our San Antonio office without makeup or lotion. The areas will be cleaned, but residue can still block, reflect, or otherwise interact negatively with the laser beams, reducing accuracy and effectiveness.

A numbing agent will be applied to the targeted areas to minimize discomfort during the laser treatment. You’ll be given protective eyewear to protect you from lasers damaging your eyes. Your provider will carefully guide the laser resurfacing device over your areas of concern, removing the outer layers of skin and heating the underlying tissue.

The sensation is often compared to a warm, prickly, or snapping feeling, but it won’t be painful. The treatment typically lasts about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the number of areas that are treated and the depth of the laser.

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Laser Resurfacing Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Laser Resurfacing Care

While the recovery process is not as intense as surgical procedures, you should still take it seriously for laser resurfacing. The healing process can take up to 3 weeks in total, even with only a day or two of downtime, if any.

Keep your skin hydrated with moisturizers, and use cold compresses to manage swelling, redness, and sensitivity. Within 4-7 days, your skin will begin peeling and flaking.

Do not pick at the flakes; let them fall off naturally. Within 2-3 weeks, the redness will subside, and you can usually begin camouflaging the residual coloring with friendly makeup approved by your provider.

Avoid sun exposure and wear broad-spectrum SPF sunscreen. Avoid harsh exfoliants when washing your skin. Don’t do any activities that cause sweating, such as cardio, intense workouts, or saunas.

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How Much Does a Laser Resurfacing Cost in San Antonio?

The cost of laser resurfacing in San Antonio largely depends on which type of laser you choose, how many areas are treated, the depth of the treatment, whether you combine additional treatments, and the provider’s experience.

To get an accurate estimate for your specific needs and goals, schedule a consultation at Texas Plastic Surgery.

Why Choose Texas Plastic Surgery?

Texas Plastic Surgery is known for producing stunning, natural-looking results time and time again. Our patients rave about their results and are surprised by how much better their skin looks after their laser resurfacing treatment, which can significantly reduce or completely remove skin blemishes, depending on their unique skin condition.

Our providers love helping our patients by getting to know their concerns and pinpointing exactly how to treat them. When you come to Texas Plastic Surgery, you can guarantee that you will be in the hands of experts who communicate clearly, work safely and efficiently, and produce results that exceed your expectations.

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Laser Resurfacing FAQ’S

  • Dr. Stallworth is truly exceptional.

    I trusted him with my facelift, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. He completely refreshed my appearance, my face looks lifted, youthful, and naturally defined.

    Eman Haswah

  • best patient care by you and the team!!!

    You are the BEST!
    Professional, caring, and best patient care by you and the team!!!

    Gracie Shue

  • “highly recommend her for any plastic surgery you may need”

    Dr Rokosz is one classy person!

    She listens patiently, tells you what you need to hear and does not waver in her stance on things. I asked her opinion on outcome to expect for a procedure i was entertaining to get and I was disappointed in what she said. She understood that it wasn’t what I wanted to hear but she held her ground and was empathetic. It’s hard to want one thing but reality is not always the outcome we want!

    She never makes you feel pressured into any kind of decision and is supportive in helping you figure out what will be best for you! I just love her and highly recommend her for any plastic surgery you may need. I am 3 weeks PO from an arm lift and breast lift …both are doing quite well! As i said ..one classy lady!!

    Melanie Ferguson Strange

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