Fractional facial rejuvenation is a minimally invasive technique that is safe to restore and rejuvenate facial skin surface turgor. This technology is considered to be one of the most effective alternatives to surgical intervention.
Fractional Facial Rejuvenation Procedure
Gradually, the processes of growth, division and metabolism slow down, leading to loss of cell activity. The fractional rejuvenation procedure is aimed at restoring cell regeneration and natural function. This is due to laser thermal damage to small amounts of elastin and collagen fibers, which help neutralize unusable cells and activate healthy cells.
Due to thermal effects, internal and external rejuvenation occurs, age spots, skin imperfections, stretch marks, scars and scars are removed. Fractional thermolysis is carried out on the local area of the skin surface, because the laser beam used in this procedure is divided into many microbeams, which form a net structure. Thanks to this structure, healthy skin areas are not injured and the rejuvenation process is faster.
The results of using fractional laser are visible after the first procedure, the skin becomes more elastic and tighter, the texture improves, the small blood vessels are not visible and the pigmentation is reduced. The laser action promotes the activation of the action of the collagen fibers, which are considered the skin's natural framework, therefore, after a week, fine wrinkles are smoothed, skin tone is evenly distributed, and facial lines become more expressive.
The mechanism of action of the laser beam, depending on the depth and penetration characteristics, varies, therefore there are types of fractional rejuvenation:
- Ablative: characterized by the removal of superficial micro-areas of the skin, which contributes to the gradual tightening of the damaged micro-zone;
- Non-ablative: consists of penetrating deep fractional rays without damaging the outer layer of the epidermis.
The benefits of fractional facial rejuvenation are:
- achieved noticeable effect after the first session;
- short recovery period;
- performed without the use of anesthesia;
- applies to all skin types;
- personal processing program;
- minimal risk of further complications and damage to the skin surface;
- long lasting results.
The use of fractional facial skin rejuvenation is recommended if there are defects on the surface of the facial skin:
- pigmentation and capillaries;
- age-related changes in skin;
- scars and scars;
- enlarged pores and pimples;
- uneven skin tone and texture;
- sagging skin;
- stretch marks;
- moles, papillomas, and warts.
There are also contraindications for fractional facial rejuvenation:
- the presence of an inflammatory process in the area being worked on;
- skin infections;
- allergy;
- psoriasis;
- epilepsy;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- the presence of a malignant neoplasm in the laser exposure area.
The use of surface anesthesia minimizes the formation of discomfort during the procedure, the only thing the patient can feel is a slight tingling sensation in the area being worked on.
The essence of this technology is characterized by a fractional beam grid effect on a specific zone on the surface of the skin, after which old cells are removed, thus making room for the formation of new cells. The direction and depth of penetration of the beam are adjusted using special means, which make it possible to provide point stimulation to the epidermis and prevent the formation of wounds and burns. The duration of this procedure is due to the volume of the area being worked on, the average session duration lasts from half an hour to an hour.
Fractional face rejuvenation has a special recovery period. After the completion of the procedure, redness of the skin is observed, which finally clears up in 10 days. Perhaps the formation of ichor, which dries in the form of a crust, after which it disappears on its own. Speed and quality, as well as the perfection of the finish, depend on adherence to skin care recommendations:
- do not use decorative cosmetics;
- wash with boiled water;
- stay out of the sun for a week;
- performs ozone therapy;
- Do not use scrubs and peels until the end of the rehabilitation period, as this can damage the delicate and youthful layer of skin.
Fractional face rejuvenation blends well with other skin surface correction technologies. In order to achieve maximum efficiency, it is recommended that this procedure be performed together with the contour plastic and Botox injection.