How do you sleep after CO2 laser?

Make sure that the entire treated area is covered with ointment. Place an old towel over your pillow to prevent the ointment from getting on the pillow. To protect the face and decrease swelling it is best to sleep on your back with your head elevated.

Can I sleep on my side after CO2 laser?

Do not sleep on your side. Keeping your body more upright will minimize swelling. You do not want the laser treated areas to be pressing against your pillow.

How can I speed up healing after CO2 laser?

What can you not do after CO2 laser?

General tips. Don't wear makeup on the treated area until it's completely healed. Avoid exposing the treated area to the sun until it's completely healed. If you need to be in the sun, use sunscreen of at least SPF 50 or wear clothing or a hat that protects the treated area from the sun.

When do you stop Aquaphor after CO2 laser?

After two days, may replace Aquaphor ointment with Biafine cream. The treated area will remain reddish brown for about 48 hours.

Dr. Kristina Tansavatdi | Post-Care Instructions for CO2 Laser Resurfacing

What is the best hydrating moisturizer after CO2 laser?

It's crucial you keep your face (treated areas) covered and moist at all times. We just recommend covering your face with Vaseline or Aquaphor.

What ointment is best after CO2 laser?

Step 1: Days 1-5: Open technique with ointments)

It is very important to keep the skin covered with a generous layer of recovery ointment or Aquaphor ointment at all times during this phase of healing.

How long will my face be red after CO2 laser?

For most fractionated CO2 treatments, treatment redness is expected to fade to a light pink and then resolve within several weeks to 2 or 3 months. For full field CO2 laser resurfacing, redness takes longer to resolve and some pink may still be noticeable 4-6 months after treatment.

How many days does it take for CO2 laser to heal?

Recovery time with CO2 laser resurfacing is up to two weeks. Erbium laser resurfacing is designed to remove superficial and moderately deep lines and wrinkles on your face and should require only local anesthetic. This laser can also be used on your hands, neck or chest.

When does peeling start after CO2 laser?

Skin peeling is expected after fractional laser treatments. This is the old superficial layer of skin peeling off to reveal the fresh new skin underneath. Peeling usually starts about 3 days post treatment and is gone by 7 to 10 days.

What do vinegar soaks do after CO2 laser?

You may need to soak areas of crusting with vinegar gauze. Vinegar soaked gauze placed on the area also helps to reduce itching. 4. Use the vinegar wash at least 4-6 times a day the first 2-3 days while you may be swollen and your skin sensitive.

What foods should you avoid after laser treatment?

Avoid alcohol, spicy food and cigarettes 24-48 hours before and after your treatment, as these may contribute to increased swelling, bruising, and irritation. Limit caffeine intake. It is not recommended to do laser treatments if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Why does it take months to see results from CO2 laser?

Rebuilding Collagen

Now, we can explain why the results of treatment with Co2re can take several months to develop. As a rule of thumb, the body needs about 12 weeks to rebuild collagen. This is a fairly short period of time given that it takes years to degrade collagen in a way that causes visible signs of aging.

How do you sleep after laser?

Keep your eyes closed for at least 3-4 hours except to eat, use the restroom or get to and from your car. sleep on your stomach, you will need to wear the shields for 4 weeks. The shields should rest against the bones of the brow and cheek and not the eyelids.

Is CO2 laser recovery painful?

Pain, redness and swelling are expected after surgery because of postop inflammation. But they are usually tolerable and resolve spontaneously after a few days. Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory drugs can further reduce these symptoms. Slight bruising may occur in vulnerable patients.

What should I eat after CO2 laser?

The first three days following Laser Therapy, follow only a liquid-like diet to allow healing. Anything that could be put into a blender to drink is ideal.

How many CO2 laser sessions does it take to see results?

Most patients only need one CO2 treatment to see results; However, some patients with deeper wrinkles or scarring may need multiple treatments to see results.

Is CO2 laser resurfacing worth it?

Advantages of CO2 Resurfacing

It delivers excellent improvement in fine lines, general texture, and a reduction in troublesome pigmentation areas. It has a dramatic effect on deep wrinkling. Acne scarring also responds to CO2 laser resurfacing; most of our patients notice a 50% improvement in their acne scars.

What does your face look like after CO2 laser?

You'll have some redness and swelling. You may also experience itching or stinging for a few days after the procedure. Depending on the treatment, some people may have what looks like a severe sunburn. The skin will be raw, oozing and may even blister.

When can I stop using Vaseline after CO2 laser?

For the first 24 hours after the surgery, simply keep reapplying ointment (Vaseline or other ointment as prescribed by the office) to keep the treated areas moist. It is not necessary to start soaks until after the first 24 hours have elapsed.

How often should I wash my face after CO2 laser?

Apply the cleanser gently on the face and avoid excessive hard rubbing. Use lukewarm water to wash the face. The first 3 days wash the face at least 3 times a day or more if there is excessive oozing. From day 4 you can start to wash the face twice daily or again more often if there is continuous oozing in-between.

What reduces redness after CO2 laser?

To reduce the redness that may appear after any of these laser treatments have been performed, apply aloe gel, hydrocortisone cream or Neosporin immediately after the treatment is over. You could also apply a cold compress or ice pack to the area that was treated.

What is the best thing to put on your face after laser treatment?

Immediately Post-Treatment

"The day of your laser treatment, you should be covering your skin with Vaseline or a gel your dermatologist specifically instructs you use based on the treatment you receive," Graf says.

What soothes skin after laser treatment?

The immediate post laser treatment consists of covering the lasered skin with Vaseline (Aquaphor or whatever the specific product you are instructed to use) and using cold packs for discomfort and swelling. The best treatment to be comfortable is to apply cold compresses to the treated areas of the face.

What is the best face wash after CO2 laser?

Gently cleanse the skin 3 times a day with plain, lukewarm water and a gentle cleanser (such as Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser) beginning the morning after the treatment.