laser skin resurfacing

August 9, 2014

Blepharoplasty – The key to a Youthful Appearance

Dr. Warren Lent Face, Plastic Surgery blepharoplasty, eyelid surgery, laser eyelid surgery, laser skin resurfacing

laser eyelid surgery Double board certified Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Warren Lent has all the plastic surgery skills and experience necessary to help plastic surgery patients appear more youthful than ever before.

When considering plastic surgery to help achieve a more youthful appearance, patients often think about their facial skin as the key to a better look. Though there is no doubt that plumper and smoother skin will make your face look younger and well-rested, it is important to remember that eyes are the focus of attention when it comes to looking at a person’s face and they often can give away one’s age more than wrinkles on the forehead.

A great option for Beverly Hills plastic surgery patients looking to achieve a more youthful, open and approachable overall aesthetic on their face is blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery. More

August 7, 2014

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Dr. Warren Lent Non-Surgical Alternatives, Plastic Surgery blotches, laser skin resurfacing, non-surgical alternatives, sun damage, wrinkles

Laser Skin Resurfacing – Treatment for Fine Wrinkles and Sun Damaged Skin

Laser skin resurfacing is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that can be the solution for patients who suffer from fine wrinkles, sun damage, blotches or scars on their skin. During laser resurfacing treatment the plastic surgeon uses a laser to carefully remove a very thin layer of skin to allow new skin cells to grow in its place. The result is smoother, tighter and younger looking skin. Since it is a non-surgical procedure it can be a good solution for patients who wish to avoid going under the knife. The procedure can also work in combination with other cosmetic procedures such as blepharoplasty.

It is possible to treat specific problem areas with laser resurfacing or to have the procedure over the entire face. The treated area will be numbed with a local anesthetic and prepared for the laser. The procedure typically takes around 30-45 minutes when treating specific areas or up to one hour when treating the entire face.

After the procedure bandages or ointment will be placed on the treated area. After a day patients are advised to use water compresses on their face four or five times a day and use a special ointment to make sure that no scabs are formed. In the days immediately following the procedure it is normal to experience itching and swelling and if necessary patients will be prescribed a mild steroid to help with the symptoms. Around a week after laser resurfacing the treated skin will become dry and will peel revealing newly formed skin underneath. The recovery period will depend on the size of the area treated but should take around 10 – 14 days. It is important to wear a high SPF sunscreen after the procedure to protect the new skin cells and to prolong the effects of laser resurfacing.

It is worth noting that laser skin resurfacing is an outpatient procedure so there is no need for the patient to stay overnight. Laser resurfacing is one of the best ways to treat fine lines and sun damaged skin without the need for a surgical solution.