Lasers have been used by surgeons for many years. As a surgical instrument, laser energy can be used to cut, vaporize, or selectively remove skin or deeper tissues. Conditions such as wrinkles, photoaging (sun damaged skin), acne scars and some types of skin lesions, are the most common indications for laser skin resurfacing.

MicroLaserPeels, which deliver laser energy to a controlled depth in a series of treatments, take advantage of the very effective ablative properties of the Erbium YAG laser. Laser resurfacing induces a controlled skin injury, with removal of the epidermis and variable portions of the dermis depending on the depth of treatment. Associated dermal heating results in collagen shrinkage and collagen remodeling. This dermal tightening and the associated formation of new cells in the healing process, diminishes fine lines and wrinkles and improves overall skin texture, leading to smoother, softer skin and a more youthful appearance.

The "ArcticPeel" is an effective technique for superficial rejuvenation that offers the advantages of near immediate results with no downtime. The name Arctic comes from the use of only cold air anesthesia achieved by blowing chilled air across the skin surface. The ArcticPeel removes 10 to 15 microns of skin, with no pain and minimal redness, and achieves a refreshed appearance in just a few days. A series of three to five treatments, several weeks apart, offers best results for improvement in fine lines and texture. The ArcticPeel is a very effective, truly "no downtime" procedure for skin rejuvenation.

"MicroLaserPeel" refers to a minimal to full epidermal peel. Because MicroLaserPeel goes deeper into the epidermis, it produces smoother, healthier, more vibrant skin, without the serious downtime and risks of deep chemical peels or CO2 resurfacing. MicroLaserPeels are performed under topical anesthesia with the additional use of cold air as needed and can be done as deep as 50 microns at a single treatment. The healing process takes anywhere from two to five days, depending on the depth and skin type. Immediately following the procedure, it will feel and look, like a bad sunburn. The redness and sloughing of skin will begin to fade dramatically by the second or third day and be easily covered by makeup, but with deeper peels, the redness can last for several weeks. You will notice a significant and immediate change in skin texture and tightness. Micro Laser Peels can be repeated as often as necessary. Typically, best results are achieved with a series of two to five treatments spaced 3 to 6 weeks apart.