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.
