Several laser therapy treatments can address crow's feet.
Cosmetic treatments are available for crow's feet, but laser therapy is drawing a lot of attention. Advances in technology have made nonsurgical techniques such as laser therapy more affordable and effective.
How it Works
Laser therapy that is used to treat facial wrinkles is referred to in the cosmetic surgery profession as "laser resurfacing." Mild to moderate strength lasers are used to remove the top layers of damaged skin, allowing younger and smoother skin to grow back in its place.
Benefits
Laser therapy has several benefits. Aside from working effectively on small- to moderate-size wrinkles, laser treatment can also be used to reduce the appearance of age or liver spots, and remove sun-damaged skin or old scars from past afflictions such as acne. However, just like Botox, the benefits of laser therapy are temporary.
Risks
As with any cosmetic procedure, risks come with using laser therapy to treat crow's feet. Some of these risks and complications include skin tones turning lighter or darker than normal, outbreak of cold sores if the virus is already present in your skin but dormant, acne flareup, and sometimes, in extreme cases, minor scarring.
Types of Lasers
More than one type of laser is used in laser therapy for facial wrinkles. Newer lasers tend to be a little safer and more efficient than older models, so the age of the laser is a good question to ask. Lasers also vary in strength, which can determine how many appointments are needed to get full effect.
Post Procedure
After getting laser treatment, the patient will have some side effects. If your skin gets raw and blisters, do not pop the blisters. Never pick at any scabs because that can lead to scars. You should also receive an ointment and dressing to apply to your skin for a few days. Wait for full recovery before going back into the sun.
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