Scarring can result from surgeries, injuries, or severe acne. While most scars naturally fade over time, some can be especially troubling due to their appearance. Fortunately, advanced treatments such as fractional CO2 laser therapy offer a solution. This innovative technology effectively targets a range of scar types with minimal side effects, offering a way to address unsightly scars and avoid ongoing embarrassment.

Types of scars that can be treated

Various factors can cause your scars, but the fractional CO2 laser effectively removes many of them. The most frequently treated types of scars with lasers include:

• Rolling scars
• Ice pick scars
• Boxcar scars
• Keloid scars
• Hypertrophic scars and
• Contracture scars

If you have typical scarring on your skin, it fits into one of these categories. Identifying the specific type of scar is unnecessary, as your medical professional will diagnose it and determine if CO2 fractional laser treatment is suitable during your consultation.

Here is how the laser treatment process works

The fractional CO2 laser functions by directing a laser beam to generate small columns in the skin. The body then naturally repairs these columns, leading to the formation of new skin that replaces the old and damaged skin. Ultimately, this process results in skin that appears newer and younger once the healing is finished.

Will the scars stay away permanently?

After a scar is removed with the CO2 fractional laser, it will not return. Although you may have scarring in other areas requiring treatment, the treated skin should not develop new scars. These lasers are designed to repair your skin without causing additional damage. If you seek treatment from a professional using high-quality lasers and with experience, you should not experience any lasting negative effects on your skin.

However, It is important to consult a qualified healthcare provider to assess whether this treatment is suitable for your skin type and the type of scar you have.