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FRACTIONAL CO2 LASER SKIN RESURFACING

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All Treatment Price Lists

Full Face (No Eyes): £500

Full Face & Eyes: £700

Neck: £500

Decolletage: £500

Full Face, Eyes & Neck: £1200

Neck & Decolletage: £900

Upper Face: £300

Lower Face: £300

Eye Area (CO2 Assisted Blepharoplasty): £300

Mouth Area: £300

You will need to book a consultation before any treatment booking.

Fractional CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

The application of Fractional CO2 cutting-edge lasers has proven to be a top anti-ageing breakthrough. The laser technology guarantees accuracy, little downtime and fewer side effects.

This is a highly advanced technology widely used in both medical and aesthetic fields. Known for its precision and versatility, it delivers powerful results by utilising a unique wavelength of light to interact with water molecules in tissues.

This wavelength is highly absorbed by water, which constitutes a significant portion of human tissue. The interaction between the laser energy and water allows the fractional CO2 laser to precisely vaporise or ablate tissue layers, making it ideal for resurfacing.

The laser creates microscopic columns of ablation while leaving the surrounding tissue intact. As the laser scans across the skin, it penetrates the epidermis (outer layer of the skin), creating micro-wounds that stimulate the natural production of new collagen, elastin and an amazing resurfacing of the outer layer of skin. By removing layers of damaged skin, the Fractional CO2 laser encourages the creation of collagen and reveals smoother, healthier skin.

This enhances healing and reduces downtime, making treatments more appealing. It is a versatile and powerful tool that has transformed the fields of dermatology, aesthetics and medicine by delivering exceptional results.

At Bella Mai, we are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality treatments and outcomes. Our highly skilled professionals have experience performing a variety of CO2 laser cosmetic treatments.

It takes several months for new collagen to be stimulated and to mature, so the skin gets tighter and smoother over a course of 3-6 months.

Difference between Fractional and Ablative Treatments:

Essentially, the same device is used; it will depend on the parameters, skin concern and settings.

Ablative CO2 is where the laser energy is directed in a very focused area. For example, to remove lesions, we need high power focused on a small area, such as Moles, Seborrheic Keratosis, Xanthelasma, Skin Tags, etc. It is almost used as a cutting/burning device, dealing with certain specific issues.

Fractional CO2 is where the laser is spread out over a larger area, with gaping between where the energy is delivered. For example, skin resurfacing. However, ablative can be used as well, but the recovery will take much longer, anywhere up to 6 months, with more serious risks.

You can achieve the same ablative result from doing Fractional treatments over 3 sessions (6-8 weeks apart), with less downtime afterwards, and the chances of risks and complications are much less, which leads to a much safer treatment. You are getting the same benefits over 3 treatments, with less downtime and significantly less risk of infection or major complications. Hence, we always choose Fractional CO2 treatment for our skin resurfacing treatments. Our client's safety is our main priority.

Skin Resurfacing with Fractional CO2 Laser: By removing layers of damaged skin, the Fractional CO2 laser encourages the creation of collagen and reveals smoother, healthier skin.

Scar Reduction with Fractional CO2 Laser: By concentrating on the epidermis, this procedure can help lessen the visibility of scars brought on by surgery, acne, or other wounds.

Stretch Mark Reduction with Fractional CO2 Laser: This procedure produces smoother, more uniform skin and encourages the development of collagen.

Lesion Removal with Ablative CO2 Laser: Eliminates them, while sparing the surrounding skin from damage and minimising scarring.

There are so many benefits to this laser that we had to give it its own section for treatments.

Every individual is different, and the effectiveness of the treatment will differ from client to client. Unfortunately, we are unable to treat sensitive skin with conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis with this treatment.

Some darker Fitzpatrick skin's can also be more challenging to treat because the skin contains more melanin. Melanin in some skin tones is stimulated by trauma to the skin. The Fractional CO2 is an ablative laser that causes controlled skin trauma, aiming to encourage collagen growth. Due to this, it will stimulate pigment and cause pigmentation in some skin tones. Fitzpatrick's V and VI are unsuitable for the treatment.

Targets:

- Wrinkles and Rejuvenation (via laser skin resurfacing).

- Laser-Assisted Blepharoplasty.

- Sun Damage/Age Spots.

- Acne Scars.

- Post Surgery/Scars.

- Xanthelasma.

- Mole Removal.

- Sebaceous Cysts.

- Seborrheic Keratosis.

- DPN (Dermatosis Papulose Nigra).

- Skin Tags.

We do require you to come for a follow-up appointment at 4-6 weeks to see how you are healing. You can contact us at any time before this if you have any questions.

You will need to book a consultation for this treatment before booking the treatment, so we can tailor your plan to your needs. Full aftercare products and advice are given with every treatment. Strict adherence to aftercare is a must. You and your therapist will discuss and design a plan that best suits you.

What causes the skin to age?

Sooner or later, the years catch up with us. As we grow older the Dermal layer of the skin becomes thinner, less collagen is produced and the elastin fibres, which provide elasticity wear out. Over time, Sebaceous glands get bigger, whilst producing less sebum (the oily matter that lubricates the skin) and so the number of sweat glands get smaller, causing skin dryness. These changes in the scaffolding of the skin, cause it to loose laxity, texture and get saggy and wrinkly. We also become more susceptiable to hyper-pigmentation, discolouration and photo damage, expecially from exposure to the sun's radiation and smoking among other factors. Our ultimate goal, of our Fibroblast treatment is to help dramatically repair, all of these effects for a more youthful appearance.
Why Fibroblast/Plasma Treatment?

The name comes from one of the most important cells in this treatment, which are the fibroblasts. These are the most common cells in the connective tissues. Most importantly, they synthesize the extracellular matrix and connective tissue fibres (including the cruical collagen and elastin). As you may guess, the rejuvenation process begins with the manipulation of these cell's activities. The fibroblast treatment works by rejuvenating skin around the face and neck. This includes lower and upper eyelid tightening, neck tightening, facelift, lip wrinkles, smile lines, stretch marks and others.
How does the treatment work??

We target fibroblast cells, to create very precise heat induced trauma, shortly after these injuries occur, inflammation starts and blood flow to the region, which increases as the skin repairs itself. This process activates and stimulates the fibroblast cells, to lay down new collagen cells. The fibroblast cells leave behind new collagen and elastin cells as they spread inwards towards the trauma. For weeks after the trauma, the fibroblast cells will continue to produce new collagen. Tiny plasma flashes are discharged from the tip of the handpiece. This creates a dot upon contact with the skin. There are no cuts, blood or damage to the skin. These tiny plasma flashes cause "crusts" to form on the skin, giving the distinctive dotting effect. These on average are gone between 5-7 days. The skin is numbed before each treatment. It takes around 30 mins to complete, depending on the area, you are left with slight redness around the eyes and slight swelling occuring within 1-3 days. After 7 days, the marks disappear and the redness will have gone by 3 weeks
What are the advantages of this treatment over cosmetic surgery?

Here are some of the benefits that come with this treatment: - No scapels and No cutting. - No stiches required. - Very low risk treatment. - Minimal side effects and very short downtime. - Quick and easy treatment with rapid recovery. - No thinning of the skin. - Significant cost savings compared to alternatives. - Lon lasting results 2-3 Years.
What areas are best for this treatment?

Skin tightening using the fibroblast treatment, can work wonders around the eyes and all over the face and neck. If you are concerned about how your eyelids have started to droop or looking for a treatment for the bags under your eyes, the fibroblast treatment is a great alternative to cosmetic surgery. It can also be used on stretch marks. If you have concerns about the best treatment for wrinkles around the eyes and forehead, then this treatment is a great and longer lasting alternative to Botox and Fillers. You may have some acne scars or saggy facial skin, that needs tightening, then this is the treatment for you.
Is the treatment safe and does it hurt?

Local anesthetic is applied prior to the treatment, to minimise any discomfort and the treatment is then virtually painless. The treatment may feel hot in places and there may be a tingling or burning sensation after
Are there any side effects from the treatment?

Straight after your treatment, the area may be red. 1-2 days after your treatment, swelling may occur. After roughly 5-7 days, somtimes longer as everyones skin is different, the scabs that have formed will disappear. The new skin that appears may be slightly pink for up to 4 weeks while the healing process takes place.
How many treatments will be needed?

This varies from each client depending on whst you are hoping to achieve.
What results can i expect after the treatment?

Final results after depend on severity of skin laxity, the desired result, the general condition of the skin and pre exisiting skin and medical conditions. Reductions in skin folds and creases appear immediately.

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