Skin Resurfacing (Surgical)
Surgical Procedure Facial skin resurfacing uses a laser or radiofrequency technology to smooth down the wrinkles and fine lines of the face. The added advantage of these technologies is they create new collagen to form in your skin leaving the texture and tone of the skin improved, as well as reducing the signs of facial aging. Acne scarring has shown great improvements with these treatments as well in order to make the scars shallower and the skin tighter therefore improving the appearance of the skin overall.
Technology like the Erbium laser eliminates the top several layers of sun damaged and aged skin, and creates skin tightening underneath. This laser treatment will heal within approximately one week and will leave your skin pink, feeling much softer. Fine lines will be greatly improved but deeper lines will be improved approximately 25%. At these deeper levels, the skin resurfacing is done by one of our surgeons or physicians in the office Operating Room under General Anaesthesia or with IV sedation and local freezing. The procedure takes approximately 1 hour.
Radiofrequency resurfacing uses helium gas and radiofrequency waves to smooth out the surface of the skin. This technology can achieve a much greater improvement of approximately 50-60%. It is especially excellent for deep lip lines and mid cheek deep lines. Patients also often note a significant amount of skin tightening around the eyes and even in the jowl area.
Before and After
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Renuvion Skin Resurfacing
Patient A - 2 of 2
Renuvion Skin Resurfacing
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Renuvion Radiofrequency Skin Resurfacing
Patient B - 2 of 2
Renuvion Radiofrequency Skin Resurfacing
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does skin resurfacing with a plastic surgeon cost?
Skin resurfacing with Erbium laser or radiofrequency ranges from $8,300 to $10,300, and can increase if general anaesthesia is required. Renuvion resurfacing with fat transfer begins at $14,600. Contact ICLS to meet with one of our plastic surgeons to determine which resurfacing option is right for you.
Aftercare & Recovery
Recovery time can be up to 2-3 weeks with prolonged redness that can last for several months depending how much redness you have in your skin. It is very important that patients avoid sun exposure and always wear sun protection following laser resurfacing. This will protect the new skin that has formed. The new skin is photosensitive and is more susceptible to pigment changes until it has completely healed. Sun protection is also strongly recommended to preserve the longevity of this treatment.
Our Specialists
Dr. Julie Khanna
As one of Canada’s leading cosmetic plastic surgeons, Dr. Julie Khanna looks beyond the surgical procedure to the patient as a whole, from inner self to outer beauty.
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Dr. Maryam Zamani
Aesthetic plastic surgeon Dr. Maryam Zamani offers a wide variety of surgical and non-surgical treatment options to address all areas of the body.
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