Does Laser Skin Tightening Work? Yes and Here's Why
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Beautiful, radiant skin is a hallmark of health and youth. But eventually, most of us experience a loss of skin elasticity. Sun exposure, genetics, and the passage of time slow down the body’s production of collagen and elastin – the proteins that help keep skin supple and firm. The resulting wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin can be a drain on self-confidence.
If you’re eager to recapture the tight, toned skin of your youth, you may have considered a surgical face lift. But there’s no need to go under the knife to correct the signs of aging. Laser skin tightening is an effective, non-invasive option to correct facial imperfections and rejuvenate your appearance.
The Science Behind Laser Skin Tightening
Laser skin tightening harnesses the power of light energy to eliminate old, damaged skin and allow your body to generate a fresh, new replacement. Beams of focused laser light apply controlled heat to your skin in a process known as ablation. This stimulates the body’s natural healing process, leading to new tissue growth and collagen production. The end result is a tight, glowing, youthful complexion – with fewer wrinkles and fine lines.
Tighten Skin with CO2 Laser Resurfacing
CO2 laser San Diego have long been considered the “gold standard” in aesthetic treatment, and the most effective CO2 laser for skin resurfacing is the UltraPulse. Highly versatile and customizable, the UltraPulse can perform several transformative and restorative skin treatments, such as:
ActiveFX
Using a wide laser beam, ActiveFX treats the topmost layer of your skin, eliminating discoloration, reducing the appearance of fine lines and scars, and evening out tone and texture.
DeepFX
With DeepFX, a narrow laser beam is used to penetrate deeply beneath the surface of your skin, removing small segments of wrinkled, damaged tissue and stimulating immediate collagen production.
TotalFX
Combining both ActiveFX and DeepFX, TotalFX allows for a broad range of treatment options with dramatic results – healing everything from dull skin tone to significant wrinkles.
What Happens During a Non-Surgical Skin Tightening Treatment
Unlike surgical face lifts, laser skin tightening is a non-invasive procedure that requires little to no downtime. Most treatments last between 30 minutes and two hours, depending on the extent of the treatment area and which procedures are being performed. While some discomfort is to be expected, you’ll be given topical anesthetics to help minimize the pain. During treatment, you may feel a subtle warming sensation as the laser works to tighten your skin.
Recovery from laser skin tightening varies from patient to patient. You’ll likely experience some redness, swelling, and peeling, similar to the feeling of a sunburn.
Am I a Good Candidate for Laser Skin Tightening?
While many people can benefit from the anti-aging effects of CO2 laser skin tightening, it’s most effective for those who don’t have excessive skin sagging or active acne. To maximize results, it’s crucial to refrain from smoking, limit alcohol consumption, stay out of the sun, maintain a healthy weight, and eat a nutritious diet.
The best way to determine if you’re a good candidate for laser skin tightening is to schedule a consultation with an experienced medical professional – like a knowledgeable staff member at Siti Med Spa.
Get Total FX Skin Tightening Treatment at Siti Med Spa in San Diego
Don’t let your wrinkles get you down. At Siti Med Spa, we can help tone and tighten your skin with ActiveFX, DeepFX, and TotalFX laser skin resurfacing treatments. Our full-service medical spa provides cutting-edge cosmetic procedures in a caring, comfortable environment, and we’re committed to rejuvenating your appearance so you look as radiant as you feel.
To find out which skin tightening treatment is right for you, call (619) 717-8484 and schedule a consultation today.
