Laser Surgery
Laser surgery is now a convenient option for the treatment of different skin conditions. Be it a skin disease like a vascular lesion, or acne, or cosmetic purposes like mole removal, tattoo removal, or removal of birthmark, laser therapy is a sure-shot treatment choice. Not only does it treat these conditions, but also gives your skin a radiant and youthful glow. It uses highly energized light rays for surgical procedures.
What Is Laser Surgery Used For?
Laser surgery can be used to treat:
- Signs of ageing
- Skin tightening
- Skin brightening
- Treatment of acne and acne scar mark reduction
- Hyperpigmentation
- Removal of birthmarks, tattoos, moles, warts
- Body hair removal
- Treatment and removal of vascular lesions, skin tumours
Types of laser surgery:
Laser surgery involves the manipulation of high-energy beams of light in different ways. Accordingly, they may be classified as:
1. Ablative laser:
It removes the top layer of the skin, thereby flushing away accumulated toxins, and years of skin damage. It is used for extensive skin damage.
2. Non-ablative laser:
It heats the lower skin layer, called the dermis. Hence, it stimulates collagen production and is the choice of treatment for most skin conditions.
3. Pulsed dye laser:
It is directly targeted at blood vessels to shrink their size. This is used in hemangioma, vascular skin lesions, surface tumours, etc.
4. Light-based treatment:
Some of the light-based treatments are photo facials, portraits, radiofrequency, ultrasound imaging, and pearl by Cutera.
Best Laser Surgery Treatment Clinic In Kolkata:
Dr. V. S. Rathore and his team are renowned to provide the best surgery treatment in Kolkata. They are professionals in this field and have thorough and detailed knowledge of surgery. Their constant hunger for knowledge and updates in the field of dermatology keeps them way ahead of their competitors. Only the most modern machinery and equipment are used at Kaayakalp, making us the best laser surgery treatment clinic in Kolkata.
- Treatment is done one-on-one basis
- Every procedure is explained in detail, along with its risks and benefits
- Proper sanitization measures are undertaken
- Needles and syringes discarded after one-time use
- Dedicated post-operative care by the team
FAQs
Any adult facing the following issues can opt for laser surgery:
- Active acne
- Hyperpigmentation
- Excessive body hair
- Ageing and sagging skin
- Unwanted tattoo on any part of the body
- Moles and warts
- Scars
- Large and unsightly birthmarks
- Vascular skin lesions
To prepare your skin for a laser treatment, ardently follow the pre-operative rules laid down by your consultant. In addition,
- Stop bleaching areas that will be treated by laser therapy
- Stop medications stated by your physician
- Stop smoking and alcohol consumption
- Use a high SPF sunscreen
- Avoid using makeup or creams until your doctor gives you a green signal
These are the things you should avoid after laser therapy:
- Itching and rubbing the treated area
- Hot baths, steam, or warm compress. If there is redness and swelling, use ice or prescription ointments
- Shaving or bleaching the area unless mentioned by your doctor
- Scrubbing the area
- Sports or strenuous physical activities for 2-5 days
- Make-up
- Sun damage by using sunscreen with SPF 50 or above
It depends on the quality of your skin, any co-morbidities that you may have, age, aftercare, choice of laser surgery, and the skill of the plastic surgeon. Approximately, it takes about a month for the skin to repair and regenerate after a laser treatment.
Laser treatments are safe. Several studies conducted have shown that laser treatments produce no long-term side effects or complications. Initially, after laser treatment, your skin may show signs of irritation. There may be slight redness, swelling, burning, pain, or itching. These generally disappear within a few days. Please consult your surgeon if the symptoms increase or stay over an extended duration.
This is relative and depends on the extent of your skin damage, or area that requires treatment. Individuals usually need 4-6 laser sessions, and the number rarely exceeds 8 sessions.
It depends upon which laser treatment you choose and in which area it will be done. For smaller areas, it will take only a few minutes. For larger areas, it may take a few hours.
You should see noticeable results after your laser treatment within 1-3 weeks.
No. But the results may last several months to several years. Maintain a proper skincare routine after consultation with your dermatologist to increase the longevity of your laser treatment results.
Not at all! If at all, you may experience a mild tingling sensation during the procedure.
The price range for laser treatment in Kolkata starts from INR 3000 and may extend up to INR 30,000. You can pay in installments for your treatment at Kaayakalp.
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