Cosmetic Procedures Overview
There are many procedures available to men and women considering cosmetic medical procedures. Ensuring you choose the right one for you is a decision you should make together with your Doctor.
All Fellows of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery are specifically trained in cosmetic medicine and surgery and are required by the College to maintain their skills through a Continuing Professional Development program.
Laser Resurfacing
| Procedure: | Removal of superficial layers of skin with a laser causing the skin to heal smoother and either removing or incorporating skin defects or lesions. |
| Length: | Depends on size of area to be treated - a few seconds for individual skin lesions to an hour. |
| Anesthesia: | Local anaesthetic cream or injection, possibly with sedation or general anaesthetic. |
| Side Effects: | Temporary skin darkening. Permanent skin lightening/loss of natural skin pigment. Scarring. |
| Recovery: | Weeping from open wound surface for 2 days. Swelling mostly subsides in first week or two but may persist minimally for manyweeks. Redness maximal in first 2 weeks, but may persist for several weeks. |
| Duration: | Facial movements will form wrinkles again over time. |