Over time, our skin suffers damage due to sun exposure, ageing, and other factors. This causes our skin to develop blemishes like moles, dark spots, wrinkles, freckles, acne, etc. Anti-ageing products and skin creams can help restore some of these issues. However, some lesions need a more potent treatment method, and that’s when you may turn to lasers for skin treatments. There are different types of lasers for skin that can treat various specific skin concerns, some of which we have discussed in previous articles.
Uses of lasers for skin
Laser hair reduction.
For tattoo removal and hyperpigmentation disorders like Rheils melanosis, lichen planus pigmentosus, melasma, facial melanosis. Q-switched Nd:Yag laser or Pico laser work by fragmenting the pigment and removing the cells from the affected area.
It is also effective for skin rejuvenation and removal of fine lines, wrinkles, and skin tightening. Fractional Erbium Yag, Co2 fractional laser lead to healing by regeneration and remodelling of collagen.
Removal of skin tags, moles, warts, malignancies or any type of growth. For this, Ablative Co2 laser can be used.
Treatment of acne and acne scars.
Post operative hypertrophic scars and keloids treatment.
Any deep seated pigmentation or Naevi.
Stretch marks and sagging of skin.
Co2 fractional laser can be used for urinary incontinence.
Caution
Before opting for any kind of laser treatment, its important to consult an experienced dermatologist for right application of laser.
(Dr Usha Beloskar is Medical director, Sskin Savvy Advanced Aesthetics)
