Ablative Lasers

Action

Ablative lasers vaporize the outer layers of skin, which in turn, causes the body to produce more collagen in order to heal treated area(s).

Indications for Treatment

• Pigmented or Raised Lesions
• Deep Wrinkles
• Scarring

Examples

• Erbium Laser
• Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Laser

In Comparison to Non-Ablative Lasers

Pros

• More impressive, long lasting results

Cons

• Longer recovery period