CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing
For people with mild amounts of extra skin particularly in the lower eyelids and ‘crows feet’ areas, CO2 laser skin resurfacing can be very useful. In our office, it is combined with transconjunctival blepharoplasty to help tighten the skin (not offered as a stand alone procedure).
With laser skin resurfacing there is the ability to create younger, smoother and fresher skin by removing surface imperfections and reducing the lines and wrinkles. Sometimes redness lasts only a few weeks but occasionally it is frustratingly slow lasting a few months. Also, it is important to avoid sun exposure afterwards. This is not a procedure for all skin types as some people can develop unwanted hyperpigmentation or darkening of the skin.