Laser TreatmentS

If you have ever wished you could turn back the clock, reverse sun damaged skin, smooth skin texture and tone, correct hyperpigmentation, then laser resurfacing may be an option for you. At Palmetto Plastic Surgery in North Charleston, South Carolina, Dr. Young has been utilizing laser skin resurfacing treatments for nearly two decades. The advances in CO2 laser are constantly improving. CO2 lasers have been the gold standard in resurfacing treatments for 20+ years. This is because they are able to remove the outer layers of skin while heating the underlying tissues. This stimulates the production of new collagen which is key to more youthful skin. Fractional laser treatments offer the latest in resurfacing technology for skin rejuvenation, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, improving skin texture, diminishing pigmentation, and acne scarring. Fractional laser treatments harnesses the proven power of traditional CO2 lasers in a gentler way, minimizing the recovery process, and speeding up the healing process. This is an excellent option for a busy lifestyle with noticeable results and minimal downtime. One or more treatments is suggested depending on the level of your personal skin care goals.

Tired of constantly shaving and waxing unwanted facial and body hair? With light-based hair removal you can get the touchable skin you’ve always wanted. How does it work? Energy is used to target and destroy hair follicles responsible for hair growth without causing damage to the surrounding skin. What results can I expect? You can expect to see a gradual decrease in hair thickness and the amount of hair in the area*. Since this treatment only targets hair in the active phase of growth, multiple treatments are often needed for complete removal. We are all born with birthmarks, even if it is only a few freckles, and some of us are born with more prominent pigmented lesions, such as cafe au lait spots that can be cosmetically troublesome if on the face, neck or some other visible area. Age spots too can be cosmetically bothersome. They are caused by excessive exposure to the sun and most adults eventually get them. Some women acquire unwanted pigmented lesions from the hormonal changes caused by pregnancy or birth control pills. The VersaPulse laser technology has revolutionized treatments so that many pigmented lesions can be virtually erased.

Stop concealing your skin’s imperfections and get the glowing results you desire. Skin revitalization is a nonsurgical treatment that will improve your skin’s appearance, quickly and easily. This advanced light-based technology clears undesirable brown spots, sun damage and vessels, revealing clearer skin. How does it work? Specialized pulses target brown spots, sun damage and vessels without harming the surrounding skin. The light delivered to your skin causes them to slowly disappear through your body’s natural healing process. What results can I expect? Expect to see a decrease in the appearance of brown spots, sun damage and vessels for a more even skin tone*. A series of treatments may be needed for desired results.