Laser rejuvenation around the eyes (fractional photothermolysis) is a modern technique that allows you to painlessly remove wrinkles or reduce their depth, restore firmness, elasticity and radiance to the skin around the eyes.
Fractional laser resurfacing: the essence of the method
Using the light energy of a laser beam allows you to have a profound effect on the skin, stop aging processes, restore the elasticity of the eyelids.
The main advantage of fractional photothermolysis is low trauma when exposed to the skin: the beam hits the skin as if passing through a mesh, with each procedure 15 to 25% of the old tissue can be removed, young and healthy skin is formed in its place, one part of the skin cells evaporates, while the other remains intact.
When performing fractional laser resurfacing of the skin around the eyes, the radiation parameters are selected individually and the effect is strictly performed in certain areas. As a result, damage to the epidermis is minimal, only problem areas are affected.
Instructions for the procedure
Laser resurfacing, or fractional photothermolysis, is done for cosmetic reasons.
This hardware technique can help solve the following problems:
- aged skin;
- age wrinkles (including mimicry and different depths);
- bags under the eyes;
- eyelid swelling, blurred outlines;
- pigmentation;
- dilated capillaries in the paraorbital area;
- scar defects.
Fractional photothermolysis of the skin around the eyes allows patients of any age to look young and attractive, eliminate dark circles, signs of fatigue, and age reminders.
Contraindications
The laser resurfacing procedure is safe and rarely leads to complications, but in some conditions you will have to stop using this technique.
Contraindications include:
- acute viral infections;
- oncology;
- dermatological diseases in the face area;
- bronchial asthma;
- autoimmune processes;
- diabetes mellitus;
- epilepsy;
- tendency to form keloid scars;
- bleeding disorder.
It is also not recommended to perform the procedure during pregnancy and lactation. At the time of the visit to the esthetician, the patient must be completely healthy.
How to prepare for the procedure
Before the procedure, you must make an appointment with a cosmetologist. A specialist will appreciate your individual characteristics.
Do not sunbathe 2 weeks before the procedure; it is not recommended to drink alcohol the day before. It is also recommended to stop smoking. It is also undesirable to take drugs that thin the blood and hormones. If you are being treated with these drugs, consult your doctor about the possibility of temporary cancellation.
Erbium laser functions
The German Erbium Laser MCL-30 Dermablate is used to rejuvenate the eye area. The device is capable of generating impulses that penetrate the soft tissues at a shallow depth. This ensures the smoothest effect.
Using the device allows you to obtain an excellent anti-aging effect, while avoiding burns and extensive damage to soft tissues. The beam works exclusively on problem areas without affecting the surrounding tissue. This modern technology is safe for health, the recovery period after the procedure lasts only a few days.
How to perform the procedure
The procedure is easily portable. Thanks to the use of painkillers, the patient does not feel anything. Eyes are protected from the effects of radiation by special caps, so the anti-aging procedure does not adversely affect vision. The procedure lasts between 20 and 40 minutes.
Both the inner and outer eyelids are treated with laser. All the soft tissues in the paraorbital area are also heated. The use of ultra-long pulses from an erbium laser is a unique technique that can trigger the synthesis of collagen, which is responsible for the elasticity of soft tissues. This allows you to refine the contours of the eyes, get rid of creases and bags.
If necessary, laser resurfacing is performed in the final stage, leaving the skin on the eyelids soft and radiant.
Recovery period
There may be discomfort in the eyelid area for two days. This is normal and should not be a cause for concern. Unpleasant phenomena disappear by themselves. Edema can also normally be present in the first 3 days after photothermolysis.
The rejuvenating effect can be fully appreciated one month after the procedure. To consolidate the result, it is advisable to perform 3-4 procedures with an interval of 1. 5 months.
Modern rejuvenation technology is safe, but if the procedure technique is violated or carried out in the presence of contraindications, complications may arise. These include: adhesion of infection, scar changes, age spots, deep burns.
Benefits of fractional photothermolysis
Laser resurfacing can successfully solve age-related problems for most women and men.
The technique has several positive effects:
- Visible rejuvenation result, smoothing of the relief, color and structure of the skin after the first session;
- High efficiency;
- Short rehabilitation;
- It can be done on any part of the face and body, regardless of the season, suitable for all skin types;
- Restores the tone of the eyelids and soft tissues around the eyes;
- Stimulates natural regeneration and collagen synthesis;
- Completely removes small wrinkles and makes deep wrinkles almost invisible;
- Skin clears, age spots disappear;
- Bags under the eyes disappear;
- The contours of the eyes are sharpened.
Laser resurfacing differs from laser skin resurfacing by a less aggressive effect on the skin and a shorter rehabilitation period: it is approximately 2 times shorter and is only 4-7 days. After the procedure, the redness and peeling of the skin remain on the skin for 2-3 days up to 5-6 days.
With the help of photothermolysis, you can rejuvenate the problem area around the eyes and make the face look fresh and radiant. Feedback from patients who have undergone laser therapy confirm the effectiveness of this technique.