Chicago / Naperville Laser Skin Resurfacing Specialist
Dr. Bull

As a foremost Chicago and Naperville laser skin resurfacing expert, Dr. John Bull uses sophisticated laser technologies to rejuvenate facial skin in a gentle-yet-effective manner. His attentive treatment approach and advanced skill allows Dr. Bull to consistently deliver highly rewarding results for all of his laser skin resurfacing Naperville / Chicago patients. Please explore the paragraphs below to learn more about this procedure.

A surgical laser, such as the CO2 laser, is light capable of removing unwanted tissue. These lasers vaporize skin cells by emitting bursts of radiation that are absorbed by the water in these cells. Skin imperfections are rapidly and accurately treated one layer at a time without bleeding, while the underlying skin tissue is preserved. As a result of this treatment, the patient is left with younger looking skin.

The Best Candidates For Laser Resurfacing

The best candidates for laser skin resurfacing in Naperville are people with tiny wrinkles, acne scars and other minor skin imperfections. It can improve sun damaged and acne scarred skin which often cause concern. The C02 laser will produce mild permanent change in skin texture and tone, so generally it is used for the entire face.

The Laser Skin Resurfacing Procedure

Dr. Bull directs the laser beam toward the Naperville laser skin resurfacing patient's skin. The laser quickly and accurately vaporizes layers of skin leaving healthy cells intact to regenerate the layers removed with healthier cells. This also stimulates the skin’s collagen to remodel and heal without wrinkles and irregularities. The procedure is done under anesthesia so when completed your face will be covered with a dressing that you will leave on for 3–5 days.

After Your Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatment

After your laser skin treatment, Dr. Bull will cover your face with ointment before putting the dressing on. Once this is removed, you will need to apply this ointment to your face for up to 10 days depending on the level of skin treated. Once initial healing has occurred, there will be redness that will fade in a few weeks to a light pink. The color can be camouflaged with cosmetics. The discoloration (hyper pigmentation) may appear 3–6 weeks after the procedure but with skin creams will eventually disappear in 1–3 months, usually but may last up to six months. The skin can be tender so Dr. Bull will prescribe medications to keep you comfortable and other medication to help prevent infection and speed healing.