Skin Resurfacing

What is Skin Resurfacing?

Skin resurfacing involves treatments that remove or repair the outer layers of the skin, encouraging cell turnover and collagen production. At Metropolis Dermatology, we use several cutting-edge resurfacing methods:

• Picosure Pro Focus Laser. A non-ablative laser that gently improves skin texture and pigmentation with minimal downtime.
• Gold® RF Microneedling. Combines microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy to stimulate collagen deeply and improve firmness and texture.
• Topical Creams. Specialized creams can aid skin resurfacing by promoting cell turnover and reducing pigmentation gradually.
• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections. PRP is derived from the patient’s own blood, stimulating tissue repair and collagen production.
• Chemical Peels. Exfoliating acids applied to the skin promote peeling, leading to smoother, clearer skin as new cells emerge.

These treatments are customized to meet each patient’s specific skin needs, delivering optimal results through a tailored approach.

How Does Skin Resurfacing Work?

• Initial Consultation and Skin Assessment. Our specialists assess your skin type, concerns, and goals to determine the best treatment options. Each skin resurfacing technique is selected based on the specific issues and desired results.
• Picosure Pro Focus Laser Application. This laser emits short pulses of light that gently heat the skin’s surface, reducing pigmentation and stimulating collagen production for smoother, more even-toned skin.
• Gold® RF Microneedling Process. Microneedles create micro-channels in the skin, allowing RF energy to penetrate deeper layers and promote collagen remodeling, which firms and revitalizes the skin over time.
• Application of PRP or Chemical Peels. PRP injections and chemical peels target the outer skin layer, encouraging new skin cell growth and stimulating deeper rejuvenation.
• Topical Aftercare Products. Topical creams may be recommended to extend and enhance the benefits of skin resurfacing, helping maintain results by promoting continuous cell turnover.

These treatments work by stimulating collagen production, accelerating cell turnover, and improving skin elasticity, providing gradual yet noticeable improvements in texture, tone, and clarity.

FAQs

How many treatments are necessary for optimal results?

Results vary by treatment type, but most patients benefit from a series of sessions spaced a few weeks apart for best results.

Is skin resurfacing painful?

Most treatments are well-tolerated. Numbing cream is applied for comfort, especially with microneedling and chemical peels.

How long is the recovery time?

Downtime varies by treatment. Laser treatments and microneedling typically have minimal downtime, while chemical peels may require a few days for recovery.

Are results from skin resurfacing permanent?

Results are long-lasting, especially with good skincare and sun protection, but maintenance treatments can help prolong the effects.

Can all skin types undergo resurfacing treatments?

Yes, with proper customization, most skin types can benefit from resurfacing, though a consultation is essential to determine the best approach.