Over time, the effects of age, scars, and sun damage can take a toll on anyone’s skin. If you are like many who have dull or damaged skin, you probably want a way to improve your complexion without undergoing extensive surgical procedures. A new laser treatment, the Pearl Fractional laser, offers a viable surgical alternative. If you choose this procedure, a laser will heat your skin to remove blemishes and promote new skin growth. While recovery time for the process is significantly less than other surgical procedures, you should prepare for a period of post-treatment recuperation. Here are three tips for recovering following your treatment.
1. Know What to Expect
You will receive a post-care instruction after fractional laser treatment which will help you recover from the process quickly and appropriately. The most important part of this instruction initially is to inform you of what to expect following your laser treatment. Remember, your skin will not take on its rejuvenated look immediately. In fact, you may wait several weeks to see the full effects of your treatment. Right after the procedure, your skin will be red, swollen, and potentially bloody.
2. Manage Pain Immediately
Your Pearl Fractional laser procedure will not be painless, so you should plan to work with your doctor to manage any severe pain you might experience. Typically, though, many patients find the discomfort to be akin to a sunburn. Even better, much of the immediate pain subsides quickly, so you will not need to plan for long-term pain management.
3. Finish Recovery
Your skin care professional will give you an occlusive ointment to apply to your skin. It is important that you use this ointment for up to five days, per instruction. You probably want to take off two or three days from work and should not wear makeup for the first three. Finally, avoid the sun for six months and continue to follow up with your skin care provider.
For many, a Pearl Fractional laser treatment is a less-invasive way to achieve better-looking skin. After your procedure, follow these tips for the best recovery possible.
