Is Laser Skin Resurfacing Painful?

Because laser resurfacing can be painful, Dr. Kaga uses an anesthetic before starting the procedure. If you are opting for extensive resurfacing or if you’re having other cosmetic procedures simultaneously, Dr. Kaga may use a general anesthetic. You may also receive a sedative to help you relax. Afterward, Dr. Kaga can give you information about pain medication to help you through the recovery period and other non-medication options to soothe your skin if you experience redness, irritation, soreness, or swelling.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

If you’re undergoing non-ablative laser skin resurfacing, you’ll likely need one to three treatments scheduled over weeks or months to get the results you’re looking for. While the effects of laser resurfacing can last for many years, the normal aging process means that wrinkles and expression lines will reoccur. You may repeat laser resurfacing as necessary. Dr. Kaga will create a custom treatment plan for your skin and let you know the exact number of appointments you can expect to book for your procedure.

How Long Until I See Results?

The key to long-lasting results is to follow Dr. Kaga’s instructions and take care of your skin. This means avoiding excessive sun exposure, using sunscreen when outdoors, using a daily moisturizer, and avoiding harsh chemicals that may irritate your skin. After ablative laser skin resurfacing, your skin might stay inflamed for up to several months. But once the treatment area begins to heal, you’ll notice a difference in your skin quality and appearance. The effects can last for years. Results after non-ablative laser resurfacing tend to be gradual and progressive. You’re more likely to notice skin texture and pigment improvements than wrinkles.

Can I Combine Laser Skin Resurfacing with Other Procedures?

Some of our Red Bank, NJ patients choose to combine laser skin resurfacing with procedures such as dermal fillers or BOTOX , giving you a total face makeover in one appointment. It is important to discuss your additional procedures with Dr. Kaga during your consultation so she can determine whether it is advisable or if you should space out the treatments.

What Are the Risks Associated with Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Laser resurfacing can cause some side effects, and it is important to consider these before getting the procedure. Side effects are milder and less likely with nonablative approaches than with ablative laser resurfacing. Redness, swelling, itching and pain Acne Infection Changes in skin color Scarring Dr. Kaga will discuss all the potential risks during your consultation so that you can make an informed decision.

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Introduction to Laser Skin Resurfacing

If aging, acne, or too much time in the sun has left your face with blotches, scars, wrinkles, or lines, laser skin resurfacing may help your skin look younger and healthier. Laser skin resurfacing removes skin layer by layer with precision, and the new skin cells that form during healing give your skin a tighter and younger-looking surface. If you are considering laser skin resurfacing in Red Bank, come and visit our team at The Kaga Academy of Aesthetics & Concierge Medicine.

The Kaga Academy is located in Red Bank, New Jersey, and conveniently sees laser resurfacing patients from Colts Neck, Little Silver, Fair Haven, Rumson, and other surrounding areas. Whatever township, city, or county you’re coming from, we look forward to helping you reach your skincare goals!

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What is Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Laser Skin Resurfacing is a facial rejuvenation procedure that uses a laser to improve the skin’s appearance or treat minor facial flaws. It can be done with:

Ablative laser: This type of laser removes the thin outer layer of skin (epidermis) and heats the underlying skin (dermis), stimulating the growth of collagen—a protein that improves skin firmness and texture. The treated area appears smoother and tighter as the epidermis heals and regrows. Types of ablative therapy include a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser, an erbium laser, and combination systems.
Nonablative laser or light source: This approach also stimulates collagen growth. It’s a less aggressive approach than an ablative laser and has a shorter recovery time. But the results are less noticeable. Types include pulsed-dye laser, erbium (Er: YAG), and intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy.

A fractional laser provides both methods and leaves microscopic columns of untreated tissue throughout the treatment area. Fractional lasers were developed to shorten recovery time and reduce the risk of side effects.

What Are the Benefits of Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Receiving laser skin resurfacing at our Red Bank office can lessen the appearance of fine lines in the face. It can also treat loss of skin tone and improve your complexion. Our patients have cited some of the following laser skin resurfacing benefits:

Eliminates or improves acne scars, traumatic scars, and surgical scars
Encourages collagen production
Minimizes the size of enlarged pores
Provides permanent results
Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
Reduces spider veins
Tightens skin
Treatment is quick, easy, and painless
Treats brown spots, redness, or discoloration

Please keep in mind that Laser resurfacing can’t eliminate excessive or sagging skin.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Laser Skin Resurfacing?

If you have fine lines or wrinkles around your eyes or mouth or on your forehead, shallow scars from acne, or non-responsive skin after a facelift. In that case, you may be a good candidate for laser skin resurfacing at our Red Bank boutique office. You may also be a good candidate if you have:

Warts
Age spots or liver spots
Skin scars from birthmarks
Sun-damaged skin
Enlarged oil glands on your nose
Birthmarks such as linear epidermal nevi

You may not be a candidate for laser resurfacing if you have:

Excessive or sagging skin
Deep wrinkles
Active acne
Pregnant or breastfeeding
Weakened immune system
Deeper skin tone

Schedule a consultation with us today to find out if you are the right candidate for this procedure.

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Get Started!

What’s the First Step?

The first step in getting laser skin resurfacing in Red Bank and the surrounding Jersey area is to contact our office and schedule a consultation. During your appointment, Dr. Kaga will be able to examine the area you wish to treat and answer any questions about the laser resurfacing process.

A detailed analysis of your face and skin will also be performed so that we can formulate a plan to address the issue with the most optimal results. If you agree on the treatment, you can start your first session that day, or you may work with our production coordinator to book a time that best suits your needs.

Before your procedure, we will give you instructions to prepare your skin—avoid medications like aspirin and ibuprofen and refrain from smoking for two weeks. If you require a more intense skin resurfacing session, you may be asked to use a topical retinoid two to three weeks before your laser procedure. This will help prepare your skin for better results.

What to Expect on the Day of a Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatment

On the day of your treatment, Dr. Kaga or one of our trained, certified laser technicians will begin by administering a numbing agent to your skin and treatment areas. For extensive resurfacing, such as treatment of your whole face, you might be sedated. Your provider may treat wrinkles around your eyes, mouth, or forehead individually or the entire face.

During ablative laser skin resurfacing, the laser is directed at your skin. The laser beam destroys the outer layer of skin. At the same time, the laser heats the underlying skin, which stimulates collagen production over time, resulting in better skin tone and texture. Treating just parts of the face takes about 30 to 45 minutes, whereas a full face can take up to two hours, depending on the technique used and the size of the area treated. This approach usually needs only one treatment.

If you’re undergoing nonablative laser treatment or fractional Er: YAG laser resurfacing, you’ll likely need 1 to 3 treatments scheduled over weeks or months to get the results you’re looking for.

Laser Skin Resurfacing Recovery

Following the laser procedure, the treated areas will be bandaged, and a member of our team will give you instructions on how to care for your skin during the healing phase. After 24 hours, you will need to clean the treated areas four to five times a day and then apply an ointment such as petroleum jelly to prevent scabs from forming. You may also be instructed to apply a cool compress or a wrapped ice pack for 15 minutes every one to two hours, as needed, during the first 24 to 48 hours.

Swelling after laser skin resurfacing is normal. Sleeping on an extra pillow at night can also ease swelling. You may feel itching or stinging for 12 to 72 hours after the procedure. Your skin will dry and peel five to seven days after laser resurfacing.

Depending on the condition that was treated, healing typically takes 10 to 21 days. Once the skin heals, you can wear oil-free makeup to minimize redness, which usually fades in two to three months.

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How Much Does Laser Skin Resurfacing Cost in Red Bank, NJ?

The cost of Laser Skin Resurfacing in Red Bank will vary based on the type of laser treatment you choose and the amount of surface area being treated. The time it will take to complete the treatment is also factored into your final price. All of these aspects will be discussed during your consultation. From there, a member of our team will contact you to let you know the final price you can expect to pay and provide financing options if you need them.

Why Choose The Kaga Academy of Aesthetics & Concierge Medicine?

Dr. Kaga is double-board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAFE), where she has been a distinguished member for the last decade. She completed her undergraduate and graduate medical studies at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude, then spent the next five years of her career training at Mt. Sinai in New York. Dr. Kaga is an industry-leading speaker with Evolus, Revance Aesthetics, as well as Alma and Sciton, focusing on fillers, neurotoxins, and lasers.

At The Kaga Academy, we believe in promoting beauty and health using natural cosmetic techniques. Dr. Kaga offers advanced non-surgical interventions in a multi-modality approach to provide the best results to enhance, not change, your natural beauty. The Kaga Academy offers the latest lasers, radio-frequency, and body contouring technology, firmly establishing its place as the premier medical aesthetics provider.

Halo Laser/ Laser Skin Resurfacing FAQ’S

Because laser resurfacing can be painful, Dr. Kaga uses an anesthetic before starting the procedure. If you are opting for extensive resurfacing or if you’re having other cosmetic procedures simultaneously, Dr. Kaga may use a general anesthetic. You may also receive a sedative to help you relax. Afterward, Dr. Kaga can give you information about pain medication to help you through the recovery period and other non-medication options to soothe your skin if you experience redness, irritation, soreness, or swelling.
If you’re undergoing non-ablative laser skin resurfacing, you’ll likely need one to three treatments scheduled over weeks or months to get the results you’re looking for. While the effects of laser resurfacing can last for many years, the normal aging process means that wrinkles and expression lines will reoccur. You may repeat laser resurfacing as necessary. Dr. Kaga will create a custom treatment plan for your skin and let you know the exact number of appointments you can expect to book for your procedure.
The key to long-lasting results is to follow Dr. Kaga’s instructions and take care of your skin. This means avoiding excessive sun exposure, using sunscreen when outdoors, using a daily moisturizer, and avoiding harsh chemicals that may irritate your skin.

After ablative laser skin resurfacing, your skin might stay inflamed for up to several months. But once the treatment area begins to heal, you’ll notice a difference in your skin quality and appearance. The effects can last for years. Results after non-ablative laser resurfacing tend to be gradual and progressive. You’re more likely to notice skin texture and pigment improvements than wrinkles.
Some of our Red Bank, NJ patients choose to combine laser skin resurfacing with procedures such as dermal fillers or BOTOX, giving you a total face makeover in one appointment. It is important to discuss your additional procedures with Dr. Kaga during your consultation so she can determine whether it is advisable or if you should space out the treatments.
Laser resurfacing can cause some side effects, and it is important to consider these before getting the procedure. Side effects are milder and less likely with nonablative approaches than with ablative laser resurfacing.
- Redness, swelling, itching and pain
- Acne
- Infection
- Changes in skin color
- Scarring
Dr. Kaga will discuss all the potential risks during your consultation so that you can make an informed decision.

Schedule a Consultation

To schedule a laser skin resurfacing consultation in Red Bank, call us today or contact us via the contact form on our website. Our team looks forward to speaking with you and helping you achieve smooth and radiant skin. Dr. Kaga is ready to work with you, and with her extensive background and training, you will be in great hands!

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