Chattanooga Tennessee Laser Skin Resurfacing at The Plastic Surgery Group, P.C.

Chattanooga, Tennessee Laser Skin Resurfacing
The Plastic Surgery Group, P.C., in Chattanooga, Tennessee offers the latest skin care procedures, including laser skin resurfacing. For more information call our plastic surgery staff at (423) 756-7134 or (800) 634-3334. You can also e-mail us your questions and we will be in touch with you shortly.

7. How long does surgery take and when will I return to the office?

A total facial CO2 laser resurfacing takes about 90 Minutes of operating time. It is done under local anesthesia with sedation. This is a very safe technique permitting complete patient comfort and surgeon satisfaction. Surgery is routinely performed as an outpatient.

8. Will I have dressing?

All laser patients leave the operating room with some type of dressing. These range from ointments to custom created masks. The purpose, however, of all these dressings is the same. They all allow the tender underlying skin to regrow in a protected environment after surgery. Most dressings are discontinued in about seven days.

9. Will I have to avoid the sun?

Avoiding the sun in the post operative healing period is important. This will limit any pigmentary change from occurring. Once this period expires, we always recommend the use of sun blocks both to protect your new skin and preserve its longevity.

10. Is it painful?

Although laser is a burn, it is unusual for the patient to suffer much pain after treatment. The post treatment dressing goes a long way in aiding with pain control. This being said, the dressing itself can be annoying and somewhat confining. But when it is removed, the result is quickly evident. Patients reflect on the week after surgery as a nuisance but one well worth tolerating.

11. When can I wear makeup?

As soon as your skin is healed, you may wear makeup. This is usually at the end of the second week. You may find, however, that the manner in which you use your makeup changes. Your skin will have a more youthful appearance and you may find yourself using far less cosmetics.