While “laser skin resurfacing” may sound a bit intimidating, it is actually one of the most effective noninvasive options for revitalizing and rejuvenating your skin. At Exhibit Medical Aesthetics, laser skin rejuvenation delivers lasting improvements to our clients’ complexions. However, many patients simply aren’t aware of this treatment or the benefits they can achieve with it.
Ready to learn more? Keep reading about laser skin resurfacing in Denville and how it can help you address your individual skin concerns.
What Is Laser Skin Resurfacing?
Laser skin resurfacing uses different wavelengths of light to safely ablate (or gradually remove) the uppermost layer of your skin, the epidermis. This removes only dead and damaged skin cells that cause texture concerns like scarring, wrinkles, and fine lines.
This treatment also increases your body’s natural production of collagen and elastin, which are 2 essential proteins that keep your skin, muscles, and tissues flexible. Your body naturally produces more of these proteins when you are young, but once you reach your twenties, the natural production of collagen and elastin begins a steady decline.
Laser skin resurfacing “tricks” your body into thinking it has been injured, stimulating your skin’s healing response and boosting collagen and elastin production. These proteins then work to rebuild and strengthen the cellular structure of your skin, helping you develop smoother, brighter, and younger-looking skin.
At Exhibit, we specifically offer the Moxi laser for laser skin resurfacing in Denville. Our Moxi BBL laser is a non-ablative laser that uses a 1927nm wavelength to target the water within your cells and stimulate your body’s natural healing process.
Reason #1 why our team loves Moxi so much is because it can deliver the same results as other ablative laser options. Reason #2: It’s more comfortable and doesn’t require the same amount of downtime. And reason #3: It is also suitable for most skin types and tones, and can be used on the face, chest, neck, hands, arms, and legs!
The BBL + Moxi Duo
At Medical Grade Aesthetics, we typically combine the Moxi laser with our BBL (broadband light) treatment.
Broadband light works differently than lasers. Instead of targeting the skin in your epidermis, it uses quick pulses of broadband spectrum light to penetrate deeper within your dermis. This causes your body to believe it is being injured, and it stimulates a natural healing response.
The collagen and elastin work to repair any damage within the cellular structure of your skin. Then, they continue to strengthen that structure, reversing signs of aging by reducing wrinkles, evening out skin tone, and brightening your overall complexion.
What the Process Looks Like
Here are the steps you can expect to take if you decide to receive laser skin resurfacing in Denville.
Consultation
First, you meet directly with one of our skin specialists. They listen carefully to your concerns and what you’re hoping the outcome will be for your skin.
Then, they ask you about your medical history, any previous aesthetic treatments you’ve received, and other general questions. This helps them get a true understanding of your needs so they can best determine which treatment(s) would be most effective for you.
After your provider has identified your goals and overall needs, you can discuss your options. They describe how each treatment works and thoroughly answer any remaining questions. This way, you feel informed and confident in the decisions you make for your aesthetic and wellness plan.
Once a care plan that best suits your needs is established, your provider helps you schedule the necessary appointments.
Treatment
When it comes time to receive your laser treatment, your provider has you relax in one of our comfortable treatment chairs while they cleanse and prep your skin.
First, they remove excess dirt, sweat, and makeup that might be present on the skin (you’ll be asked to arrive with a bare face, but removing any potential barriers between the laser and your epidermis will only improve your results). They also apply a topical numbing cream to improve relaxation and comfort during the laser process.
Once your skin is prepped, your provider begins your treatment of laser skin resurfacing in Denville. Moxi was designed with comfort in mind, but if you experience any discomfort, please let your provider know. Depending on the treatment area, your appointment should take about 30 to 45 minutes.
Results
Once your provider finishes your laser treatment, they will give you post-care instructions to follow for the next few weeks. Our patient concierge will also help you schedule additional sessions for the Moxi laser (if needed).
The beauty of using the Moxi + BBL is that you do not need to take any downtime after treatment, so you can return to your day immediately following your appointment.
When you start seeing results varies from patient to patient, as it depends on your skin concerns, where you receive treatment, and more. Since our care plans are highly individualized, your provider will go over your specific timeline of when you can expect to see results.
Generally, most patients see initial results within a month, with gradual improvements continuing to appear for a few weeks afterwards.
Common Questions About Laser Skin Resurfacing
As one of our most underrated treatments, many people aren’t aware of laser skin resurfacing in Denville or the benefits they can achieve with it. That also means that when they do learn more about it, they also have quite a few questions.
Here, we address some of the most common questions we hear about this treatment. And if you have further questions, you can easily reach out to our team. We are more than happy to provide you with the information you need to decide if laser skin resurfacing is right for you.
Can I pair Moxi with other treatments?
Yes! You can actually improve the benefits you achieve with Moxi by pairing it with other skin rejuvenation treatments. Often, we pair Moxi with BBL therapy because of how well it can revitalize and rejuvenate your complexion. While your provider can talk with you about treatment pairings with Moxi, most of our patients select microneedling or chemical peels. These treatments boost your collagen and elastin production as well, so you can further reveal your skin’s natural beauty.
Do I have to pair Moxi with BBL?
No, while our providers typically recommend pairing the two, you can get one or the other as separate treatments. You can talk with your provider during your consultation about your needs and if it would be best to just receive one of the treatments.
Is Moxi safe for sensitive skin?
Yes, if you have sensitive skin, you can receive Moxi laser skin resurfacing in Denville. In fact, Moxi is considered to be the best skin resurfacing treatment for those with sensitive skin because of its unique non-ablative approach to skin rejuvenation.
Are there any side effects to getting Moxi?
After undergoing laser skin resurfacing, side effects are mild.. While it is one of the most comfortable laser treatments, Moxi still causes your skin to believe it has been injured, leading do:
- Swelling
- Redness
- Rough texture
- Dryness
- Sun sensitivity
These side effects typically resolve themselves within a week. If they are major concerns of yours, or if they last longer than a week, talk with your provider.
Can Moxi cause breakouts?
Yes, is the short answer, especially for individuals with oily or acne-prone skin. This is because your skin is purging its old skin cells, and the increased production of collagen and elastin has increased cellular turnover.While your provider can make recommendations to help limit the breakouts, remember that this is just part of your skin’s natural healing process. For those who experience breakouts, expect your skin to go back to normal after about 3 weeks have passed.
Explore the Benefits of Laser Skin Resurfacing
Think the Moxi laser is right for you? Our team can help you decide. Find out if you would benefit from laser skin resurfacing in Denville by booking an appointment with one of our skin experts.
If you’re not quite sure you’re ready to commit to an in-person appointment yet, you can find out if Moxi is right for you using our complementary online treatment planning tool. Based on your unique concerns, you can discover and explore your best options for treatment before stepping into our clinic.
