Laser Skin Resurfacing in Sarasota

Advanced laser technology offers a precise way to refresh the skin while preserving healthy tissue for optimal healing and results.

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Combat Aging and Damage with Precision Laser Treatments

Over time, the effects of aging, gravity, sun exposure, and harmful pollutants can damage the skin, leaving the complexion dry and dull. Laser skin resurfacing can help to strip away impurities, smooth wrinkles, and fine lines, and combat a host of imperfections from acne scarring and hyperpigmentation to rough skin texture and skin laxity. Our team has acquired among the most advanced, cutting-edge equipment on the market today to perform strategic laser skin resurfacing in Tampa that preserves healthy skin cells while removing complexion flaws.

What is Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Laser skin resurfacing uses the power of lasers to gently remove the outermost damaged layer of skin, exposing a pristine new complexion that is free from imperfections. At the same time, laser skin therapy can work to stimulate the regrowth of collagen, a biocompatible protein that is responsible for the resilience, elasticity, and firmness found in youthful complexions.

Laser skin resurfacing can be instrumental in treating:

Sun damage
Age-related wrinkles, lines, and creams
Hyperpigmentation
Acne scarring
Pucker marks
Dark spots
Poor skin tone and texture
Skin laxity

Laser Skin Resurfacing Before & After

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What Devices Are Used for Laser Skin Resurfacing?

eC02 Ablative Fractional Laser

This device is helpful in eliminating acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and moderate to severe wrinkles, as well as many other skin conditions and ailments. As a highly versatile laser, the eCO2 emits potent, rapid energy bursts that spare the surrounding healthy skin cells, reducing downtime and discomfort.

TRL Erbium YAG Laser

This device helps to reverse skin damage and poor skin texture with a carefully controlled, computer-monitored interface delivering customized energy streams. It can clear up blotchy skin, correct lines, wrinkles, and creases, and provide the patient with a more youthful, radiant complexion overall. The laser’s unique technology preserves healthy skin, speeding up recovery.

Renuvion Dermal Resurfacing

This safe, FDA-approved device can help to tighten loose skin and rejuvenate the complexion from the inside out. The J-Plasma technology is made with radiofrequency energy passed through cold helium gas. As employed by Renuvion, it has been proven to contour the skin and remove imperfections while keeping the healthy skin cells perfectly intact. Renuvion can not only help to address skin laxity, but it can also correct enlarged pores, sun spots, scarring, and vascular lesions. Collagen production is stimulated as well, leaving the complexion firm, taut, and radiant.

HALO Hybrid Fractional Laser

This device can help to achieve even, predictable results in the complexion, correcting sun damage, wrinkles, discoloration, scarring, and skin laxity. The dermis remains unharmed throughout the treatment, ensuring a quick recovery and little pain. The HALO laser combines ablative and non-ablative wavelengths to create the most effective skincare strategy possible.

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What Are the Benefits of Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Helps to regenerate collagen lost to the aging process
Treats acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, and vascular lesions
Corrects wrinkles, lines, and creases
Combats skin laxity
Reduces sun damage and dark spots
Little discomfort or downtime
Long-lasting results
Enhanced self-confidence

Who is a Good Candidate for Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Laser skin resurfacing can be performed for any client who is unhappy with the quality of their complexion and wishes to undergo a safe procedure to remove wrinkles, lines, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, or other imperfections.

We provide treatment with among the most innovative devices on the market today, which greatly helps to maximize your outcome. When you come in for your private consultation, we will create a customized plan for resolving your cosmetic issues and reclaiming your quality of life.

What Happens After My Treatment?

Most patients will require about 2 weeks to fully heal from their laser skin resurfacing procedure. The exact amount of recovery required will depend on the depth and penetration of the laser and the sensitivity of your skin. We will carefully monitor your results to ensure your recovery progresses smoothly and without incident. If you protect your complexion from the sun, your results can last up to 5 years or more.

Why Choose Dr. Holcomb and Dr. Kreithen for Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Holcomb - Kreithen Plastic Surgery & Medspa combines the skill, expertise, and passion for excellence of two top scientific minds, Dr. Holcomb and Dr. Kreithen. Dr. Holcomb is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon and aesthetic laser surgeon who completed an elite fellowship with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Kreithen is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is known for his artistry in the realm of anti-aging laser and light technology. Together, they provide an outstanding patient experience as well as elegant, natural results with laser skin resurfacing in Tampa.

Laser Skin Resurfacing FAQ

How do I know which laser device is right for me?

It depends on your skin type, what you want to treat, and how much downtime you can work around. We'll evaluate all of that at your consultation and recommend the device best suited to your goals.

How many treatments will I need?

One ablative session is often enough to produce significant improvement. Lighter or fractional options may call for a short series. Your provider will set realistic expectations during your visit.

Can laser resurfacing be done on skin of color?

Some devices carry a higher risk of pigmentation changes on darker skin tones, but we offer options that can be calibrated for a wide range of skin types. Candidacy is always evaluated individually and carefully.

How should I prepare?

You'll want to avoid sun exposure and pause retinoids and exfoliating acids in the weeks before treatment. Patients with a history of cold sores may need to take an antiviral beforehand, and your provider will lay out the full protocol at your consultation.

Can laser resurfacing be combined with surgery?

Yes, and it's quite common. Dr. Holcomb regularly incorporates resurfacing into surgical treatment plans because addressing skin quality at the same time as structural changes produces a more complete result.

Is the treatment painful?

A topical anesthetic is applied beforehand, and most patients find it manageable. Deeper ablative procedures involve more sensation, and your provider will discuss what to expect for your specific treatment before you begin.

Will I need to take time off work?

Lighter fractional treatments may only need a few days of social downtime, while more aggressive ablative resurfacing typically requires one to two weeks. We'll factor your lifestyle into the treatment plan.

Can resurfacing be done on the neck and chest too?

Yes. The neck, décolleté, and hands are commonly treated alongside the face for sun damage, uneven tone, and fine lines. Not every device is equally suited to each area, so your provider will confirm what applies to you.

How do I care for my skin afterward?

Keeping skin moisturized, protected from the sun, and away from harsh products is the foundation of post-treatment care. You'll leave with a complete aftercare protocol specific to the device and depth of your treatment.

Will it help with deep acne scars?

Laser resurfacing can make a meaningful difference for rolling and superficial scars. Deeper ice-pick scars can be more resistant and may need a combined approach. A proper skin assessment at your consultation will give you an honest picture of what's achievable.