Erbium Laser Resurfacing New Jersey

Name: Erbium Laser Resurfacing
Brand: Glasgold Group Plastic Surgery
Rating: 4.9 (34 reviews)

Erbium laser resurfacing at the Glasgold Group offers a transformative solution for smoother, younger-looking skin. Our expert team in Princeton, NJ, customizes treatments to target wrinkles, acne scars, and sun damage, providing long-lasting results with minimal downtime. Rediscover your skin's natural beauty with erbium laser resurfacing!

Benefits of Erbium Laser Resurfacing for Radiant Skin

Erbium lasers are powerful tools designed to remove outer skin layers with precision and minimal downtime. Unlike traditional methods, Erbium lasers offer advantages like less bleeding, precise targeting of tiny areas, and a quicker recovery time, often half that of CO2 lasers. Side effects are mild, with swelling, redness, and bruising lasting only about a week. The results of Erbium laser resurfacing in New Jersey at Glasgold Group Plastic Surgery can last up to five years!

Targeted Improvement

The laser precisely targets and removes damaged skin, including age spots, acne scars, and pigmentation issues, for a flawless complexion.

Collagen Boost

The treatment stimulates collagen production, which enhances skin elasticity and firmness, reduces wrinkles, and promotes a more youthful appearance.

Quick Recovery, Lasting Effects

The Erbium laser offers a quicker recovery compared to traditional methods, with results that can last up to several years.

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What Is Erbium Laser Resurfacing?

Erbium lasers—or the Er: YAG ablative laser—are potent ablative lasers designed to remove the skin's outer layers using an energy burst. These lasers emit light that is absorbed by water in the skin, leading to the vaporization of water-containing tissue. The excess heat produced by the laser causes collagen to shrink and prompts new collagen formation, further tightening the skin. Since skin cells are predominantly water, the laser's heat scatters over the skin, causing enough damage to stimulate healing. This process is akin to a burn, resulting in oozing and weeping of the skin. While deeper wrinkles may require more treatments, shallow scars and wrinkles can be completely erased after just one treatment.

Testimonials

So far, I’m thrilled with my results. I look much younger and fresher, but only one day of discomfort. The whole procedure was absolutely worth it. Without hesitation, I will recommend Dr. Glasgold’s office to others.

C.O.

The staff is friendly and happy, and they provide a good follow-up. Everyone understands what you’re going through because most people have gone through it. It’s an easy process; the staff is honest and willing to share their stories, making you feel really comfortable. It’s a very positive environment. They really go the extra step.

H.C.

The Erbium Laser Resurfacing Procedure

A partial laser abrasion, targeting areas like wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, or forehead, typically lasts 30-45 minutes. Full-face treatment takes approximately an hour and a half to two hours. Following treatment, the skin is kept moist with a topical emollient. It is advisable to take about a week off work, but by the fourth or fifth day, the skin will appear nearly normal, with some redness resembling a sunburn.

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Recovering From Erbium Laser Resurfacing

Following an in-office treatment, adhering to all aftercare instructions is crucial for smooth healing and minimizing discomfort or infection risk. After treatment, a bandage is applied for 24 hours. Subsequently, cleanse the area with saline solution 2-5 times daily and apply a moisturizing cream or gel, such as Aquaphor, to keep the site hydrated. The skin may flake or peel, resembling a sunburn, so moisturizing is key. Recovery time varies, but the dramatic resurfacing results of this laser treatment can last up to several years!

Ideal Candidates for Erbium Laser Resurfacing

A suitable candidate for Erbium Yag laser resurfacing in New Jersey seeks to enhance fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, surgical scars, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, and skin tightening. This treatment is safest for those with lighter skin types, as darker skin tones carry a higher risk of burns, scarring, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Individuals prone to cold sores or fever blisters should avoid this treatment, as it can worsen these conditions. Patients taking acne medication like Accutane should be cautious, as isotretinoin can slow healing and prolong recovery. Disclose all medications and pre-existing conditions during your consultation to ensure the safety and effectiveness of your Erbium laser treatment.

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Why Choose the Glasgold Group?

Dr. Robert Glasgold has an American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Certification.
Dr. Robert Glasgold is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Robert Glasgold is a co-director of the Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship Program of AAFPRS.
Dr. Robert Glasgold has an American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Certification.
Dr. Mark Glasgold is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Mark Glasgold is a co-director of the Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship Program of AAFPRS.
Dr. Mark Glasgold has an American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Certification.
Dr. Mark Glasgold has an American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Certification.

Experience the Glasgold Difference

For over fifty years, the Glasgold Group has been a revered family practice renowned for its expertise in facial plastic surgery. The practice is synonymous with excellence, innovation, and personalized care, founded by Dr. Alvin Glasgold and continued by his sons, Dr. Mark Glasgold and Dr. Robert Glasgold. Patients choose the Glasgold Group for its multi-generational legacy dedicated to facial aesthetics.

Our surgeons have been pioneers in numerous now-popular aesthetic procedures, often among the first to introduce them. Dr. Robert and Dr. Mark Glasgold are internationally renowned as leading experts in the field, offering an exclusive, AAFPRS-recognized fellowship to train other surgeons in the best practices. You can trust our entire team to deliver the highest standard of precision, expertise, and care.

Erbium Laser Resurfacing FAQ

Is the Erbium laser resurfacing treatment painful?

What side effects can I expect?

How many treatments will I need?

What laser resurfacing office is near me?

Is the Erbium laser resurfacing treatment painful?

The Erbium laser treatment entails removing the outer skin layer to rejuvenate and resurface it, improving skin tone and texture. The procedure can be painful, but topical numbing can enhance patient comfort. A less extensive resurfacing in a smaller area needs less treatment and downtime, with milder side effects. A more intense treatment with concentrated laser emission may be more painful, resulting in a few weeks of redness and swelling.

What side effects can I expect?

Like all ablative lasers, Erbium laser resurfacing can lead to side effects that may last for days or weeks after treatment. These can include redness, swelling, peeling, and itchiness. You must avoid scratching or rubbing the treated area and keep it moisturized for proper healing. Redness may persist for up to three months. Other potential side effects include bleeding, scarring, swelling, and acne breakouts.

How many treatments will I need?

The number of treatments needed varies based on the patient's aesthetic goals, with some needing multiple sessions. Erbium laser resurfacing can be repeated every six to twelve months for maintenance.

What laser resurfacing office is near me?

If you live near Princeton, NJ, The Glasgold Group offers Erbium laser resurfacing among its services and is conveniently located at 4390 US-1 #100, Princeton, NJ 08540.