Laser Resurfacing in South Africa

Most Laser treatment may be performed under local anaesthetic with conscious sedation, or under local anaesthetic. Procedures can be performed in a day clinic and patients return home the same day.

Laser resurfacing of the face is utilised in patients with deep wrinkles, acne scarring or a sun-damaged skin. A combination of Erbium laser / CO2 laser is used (Derma K laser) to precisely remove the top layers of the skin. The result is a smoother, more youthful appearance of the skin.

There is a healing time of approximately 7 days. During the 7 days the patient is required to cleanse the skin several times a day and apply a laser gel to seal the raw skin until it has healed. The skin remains pink for approximately six to eight weeks. Post-operative consulting on skin care will be provided.

Laser Resurfacing Hands and Neck

An Erbium laser can be used on the neck and the back of the hands for pigmentation and sunspots.

Erbium laser resurfacing can be performed under local anaesthetic.

Laser Resurfacing Lower Eye lids

Laser resurfacing may be used to remove fat from the lower lids through the conjunctiva without leaving any scars. It is possible to tighten loose skin in the lower eyelid area with the laser. Patients are instructed in the use of creams, general skin-care and sun protection post-operatively.

Arranging Laser Resurfacing in South Africa

South Africa has an extremely high standard of medical care, not to mention beautiful scenery and a soothing atmosphere in which to recover.

You can be reassured that you will be in the hands of a professional practitioner who is registered with all the appropriate medical bodies. We can offer an initial consultation in the UK before you travel to Cape Town.

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