Superficial Laser Resurfacing with Fotona Er:YAG Laser

Superficial Laser Resurfacing is a skin rejuvenation treatment that uses advanced Fotona Er:YAG (2940 nm) laser technology to gently remove the outermost layers of damaged skin. The treatment promotes skin renewal, improves skin texture, and stimulates collagen production, resulting in a fresher, smoother, and more radiant complexion.

Because the Er:YAG laser precisely targets water within the skin, it can effectively resurface the skin with minimal thermal damage to surrounding tissues, allowing for faster healing and recovery compared with many traditional resurfacing procedures.

Conditions Commonly Treated

Superficial laser resurfacing may be used to improve:

Sun-damaged skin
Fine lines and superficial wrinkles
Uneven skin texture
Enlarged pores
Dull or tired-looking skin
Mild acne scarring
Pigmentation irregularities
Rough skin surface
Actinic (sun-related) skin damage

How the Treatment Works

The Fotona Er:YAG laser precisely removes a very thin layer of skin, encouraging the growth of fresh, healthy skin cells. At the same time, controlled heating stimulates collagen remodeling, helping improve skin quality and texture over time.

The depth of treatment can be customized according to the patient's skin type, concerns, and desired recovery period.

Benefits May Include

Brighter, more radiant skin
Smoother skin texture
Improved skin tone and clarity
Reduction in fine lines
Reduction in enlarged pores
Improvement in superficial acne scars
Collagen stimulation and skin rejuvenation
Minimal downtime compared with deeper resurfacing procedures

Typical Treatment Protocol

Initial consultation and skin assessment
Topical anaesthetic may be applied if required
Treatment duration approximately 20–45 minutes
Usually 1–3 treatments depending on treatment goals
Sessions typically spaced 4–8 weeks apart

Recovery

Following treatment, patients may experience:

Redness similar to mild sunburn
Mild swelling
Dryness and flaking
A rough or bronzed appearance for several days

Recovery is generally:

3–7 days for most superficial treatments
Longer for more aggressive resurfacing protocols

Daily sun protection is essential during the healing period.

Additional and Alternative Treatment Options

Depending on the patient's concerns, superficial resurfacing may be combined with:

Angel Toning®
Green Toning®
FracRevive®
Chemical peels
Microneedling
Medical-grade skincare

Important Information

Results develop progressively as new skin forms and collagen remodeling occurs. Multiple treatments may be recommended to achieve optimal outcomes.

Potential side effects may include:

Temporary redness
Swelling
Dryness and peeling
Temporary pigmentation changes
Infection or scarring (rare)

Brief Patient-Friendly Summary

Fotona Superficial Laser Resurfacing is a gentle skin rejuvenation treatment that removes damaged surface skin and stimulates natural collagen production. It can improve fine lines, enlarged pores, uneven texture, pigmentation, and sun damage, helping to reveal brighter, smoother, and healthier-looking skin with minimal downtime.

Typical Downtime Guide