02/02/2026
How CO2 Lasers Work
Principle of Operation:
- CO2 lasers emit a specific wavelength of light (10,600 nm) that is well-absorbed by water in the skin. This absorption causes thermal damage to the targeted tissue.
Tissue Interaction:
- The laser energy vaporizes the water in the skin cells, leading to the removal of the upper layers of damaged skin.
- This process also stimulates collagen production in the deeper layers of the skin, promoting healing and rejuvenation.
Types of CO2 Laser Treatments:
- Traditional CO2 Laser Resurfacing: This method removes layers of skin in a continuous fashion, often requiring longer recovery times.
- Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing: This technique uses a pixelated approach, targeting only a fraction of the skin at a time, leaving surrounding areas intact for faster healing.
Pixelation in Skin Rejuvenation
Mechanism:
- In fractional CO2 laser treatments, the laser creates microscopic columns of ablated skin while leaving untreated skin in between. This pixelated pattern aids in faster recovery.
2. Benefits:
-Reduced Downtime: Since not all skin is treated at once, healing occurs more quickly.
- Less Pain and Discomfort: The surrounding skin helps in the healing process, minimizing discomfort.
- Improved Results: The combination of treated and untreated areas enhances the overall skin texture and tone.
3. Applications:
- Effective for reducing fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and sun damage while improving overall skin texture.
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