Fractional (ablative) laser resurfacing, is an ablative treatment which is effective in treating the following skin conditions in a quicker time than most other laser treatments:

• Skin surface irregularities
• Large pore size
• Skin tightening
• Diminish pigmentation
• Even out skin tone
• Reduction in wrinkles
• Improvement in scarring

The benefits of fractional lasers are the delivering of the laser light, split into tiny columns (dots). This reduces the downtime of redness and peeling.

The fibroblasts within the dermis are stimulated to divide, this produces an increase in collagen and the skin is rejuvenated.

As the skin around the columns, are not affected by the laser, it enhances the recovery, reducing the downtime.

Things to know before your fractional laser appointment.

1. The treatment area should not be exposed to sunlight or tanning 14 days prior to treatment.
2. If you have fake tan on you will need to have it full removed to the treatment area prior to treatment. 
3. Please avoid wearing any make up to your appointment, please come without anything o the face.
4. Patient taking the medication Accutane (Isotretinoin) should not have laser treatment until t least 6 months after they stop taking the medication. 
5. Discontinue using any retinol products, alpha hydroxyl acid products (containing lactic and glycolic acid) and salicylic acid products and topical ant acne medications including benzoyl peroxide for 2 weeks prior to your laser treatment.
6. Please avoid antibiotics and/ or any photosensitising medications during the time of treatment. Please allow 2 weeks between ceasing the medication and your laser treatment.
7. Notify the clinic if you are taking anti depression medication or hormone stimulating medications, some of these medications can make you photo sensitive.
8. Women who are pregnant or breast feeding should postpone treatment to after they have finished breast feeding. 
9. If you are unwell or have a fever, please post pone your treatment till 14 days after you are well. 
10. Patient with tanned skin or naturally darker skin, can experience changes in skin pigmentation after laser treatment, therefore may not be a good candidate for laser treatment. We will need to evaluate your Fitzpatrick score and discuss possible adverse reactions. 
11. If you have a history of herpes simplex virus, you may need to take prophylaxis antiviral medication prior to laser treatment. 

Although you will get a great improvement with one fractional laser treatment, for deeper and more extensive damage, your skin may require multiple treatments, several weeks apart.

After the treatment you may experience some redness, mild swelling and scabbing for a few days after treatment.

Our doctor and laser therapist recommend a specific skincare routine for you to follow at home to ensure a rapid healing and recovery to gain maximum results.

The full result of skin improvements can take up to several months, after a week you can notice your complexion and skin tone looking healthier.

Laser skin aftercare, here is what to do after your laser skin treatment and between sessions:

1. Do apply an icepack on the treated area to reduce pain, discomfort or irritation.
2. Do apply aloe vera gel or calming creams for 3 days after the treatment.
3. Do wear loose clothes to avoid friction on the treated area for 48 hours.
4. Do keep treated area clean and dry for 48 hours.
5. Do drink plenty of water.
6. Do use at least SPF 50 sunscreen with Zinc for at least 2 weeks.

Common reactions post laser treatments:

Typically resurfacing skin treatments with downtime, non-ablative treatments typically have no downtime.

1. Scabbing, darkening of the blood vessels under the surface of the skin (vascular lesion)

2. Hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin caused by increased melanin)

3. Blanching (skin turning white/pale, caused by temporary obstruction of blood flow)

4. Localised tenderness and feeling sunburned

5. Localised swelling and oedema post treatment

6. Pin prick bleeding immediately after treatment

Although very rare, there may be possible adverse reactions immediately after the treatment, such as:

1. Excessive pain.
2. Excessive persistent erythema (redness of the skin caused by increased blood flow).
3. Oedema (swelling caused by fluid retention).
4. Blistering (raised portion of the skin that is filled with fluid).
5. Bruising or marking of the skin in the shape of the crystal.
6. Grey / ash colour forming, or the skin appears puckered.
7. Skin appearing puckered.

There may be further adverse reactions between 4 and 12 hours after treatment, such as:

1. Certain sensitive areas may cause swelling (oedema).
2. The treated skin will be sensitive and fragile and therefore could tear when rubbed
3. There may be a small risk of scarring. Hyper/hypopigmentation and loss of some of the skin surface (epidermal erosion) may occur; however, the risk is minimised if sunscreen (SPF 50 or greater) with Zinc is used.
4. Prolonged itching may occur but keep the area cool and apply aloe vera gel or calming creams.

Your appointment can be booked online, the $50 booking fee goes towards your treatment. If you have had a previous appointment within the year, you can contact the clinic for a follow up treatment.

This can be done through social media or phone 1300 282 410 please leave a message if you would like to be call back.

If you have any questions or queries, please contact us 1300 282 410 or by private message on social media.