LASER RESURFACING
Ablative CO2 laser resurfacing that removes damaged outer skin and stimulates new collagen — smoothing wrinkles, scars, sun damage and uneven texture for fresher, firmer-looking skin.
THE PROMISE
CO2 laser resurfacing is one of the most effective non-surgical ways to renew the skin. A carbon-dioxide laser delivers concentrated energy that removes the damaged outer layers of skin — and the fine lines, scarring and sun damage that come with them — while triggering the body to produce fresh collagen and smoother, healthier-looking skin.
The CO2 laser Dr. Karatzias uses is a fully ablative laser, delivering powerful, comprehensive resurfacing of the skin’s surface. The depth and intensity are carefully tailored to your skin and your goals at your consultation.
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Before treatment, the skin is cleansed and a topical anaesthetic is applied for your comfort. Dr. Karatzias then passes the CO2 laser over the treatment area, tailoring the depth and intensity to your skin and your goals. A single session can address several concerns at once; for some skins, a short course gives the most refined result. The right plan for you is always agreed at your consultation.
CO2 laser resurfacing can improve:
Recovery depends on the depth of treatment. Post-treatment effects commonly include mild erythema, warmth and oedema. As the skin undergoes renewal, flaking and peeling may occur before fresh skin surfaces, with recovery generally completed within 5–7 days. We give you a simple aftercare routine, and it is essential to avoid direct sun and to use a broad-spectrum sun block with both UVA and UVB protection while the skin heals.
CO2 laser resurfacing suits people who would like to improve wrinkles, scars, sun damage or rough, uneven skin without surgery. As with any laser treatment, suitability depends on your skin type and concerns — at your consultation Dr. Karatzias will assess your skin and recommend the right approach, including whether another treatment may suit you better.
To see if you are a candidate for this procedure or if you wish to learn more details about it, please complete our online consultation form or call us at +357 22 275522.
How many sessions will I need?
Often just one. Because this is a fully ablative laser, a single session can address several concerns at once; for some skins a short course gives the most refined result. The right plan for you is agreed at your consultation, where the depth and intensity are tailored to your skin and goals.
How much downtime should I plan for?
Plan for roughly 5–7 days, though it depends on the depth of treatment. The skin is usually red, warm and a little swollen at first, then flakes and peels as fresh skin surfaces underneath. Many people schedule the treatment when they can keep social commitments light for that first week.
Does it hurt?
A topical anaesthetic is applied beforehand for your comfort, and most people find the treatment very manageable. Afterwards the skin often feels warm or tight rather than painful, which settles as it heals.
When will I see results, and how long do they last?
Your skin looks fresher once the initial redness and peeling settle in the first week or two, and it continues to improve over the following weeks and months as new collagen forms. Results are long-lasting, but they are not a freeze in time — your skin keeps ageing, so a healthy routine and good sun protection help preserve what you have gained.
How do I protect my skin afterwards?
We give you a simple aftercare routine to follow while the skin renews. It is essential to avoid direct sun and to use a broad-spectrum sun block with both UVA and UVB protection during healing — this protects the result and helps prevent uneven pigmentation.
Is this an alternative to surgery — and who is it best for?
It is a non-surgical option that can soften wrinkles, scars, sun damage and rough, uneven skin, and it can help mild laxity, but it does not lift or remove loose skin the way a surgical procedure does. Suitability depends on your skin type and concerns, so at your consultation Dr. Karatzias will assess your skin and tell you honestly whether this or another treatment suits you better. To find out more, complete our online consultation form or call us at +357 22 275522.
RELATED PROCEDURES
Non-surgical ultrasound skin tightening that lifts from within — a natural complement to resurfacing.
Using your own platelet-rich plasma to stimulate collagen and refresh skin quality.
Hyaluronic-acid fillers to restore volume and smooth lines, alongside resurfacing.
Book a consultation with Dr. Karatzias to discuss whether CO2 laser resurfacing is right for your skin. In-person in Cyprus.
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