Skin Rejuvenation

At our facial plastic surgery practice, we provide a number of skin rejuvenation treatments designed to target wrinkles, acne and acne scarring, sun damage, and a variety of other skin conditions. Dr. John Vartanian is an experienced facial plastic surgeon who uses an array of skin rejuvenation procedures and can utilize advanced dermabrasion or skin peel techniques to help you remove blemishes and reverse the effects of damaged skin. With your cosmetic goals in mind, Dr. Vartanian will help you determine the most effective skin rejuvenation treatment for your particular skin care needs in order to help you achieve a smoother, more youthful look and feel for your skin.

Benefits of Skin Rejuvenation

Dermabrasion and skin peels can be an excellent option for patients interested in removing deep scars and wrinkles. Additionally, both techniques can be administered at different intensities – targeting multiple layers of your skin – in order to meet your needs. Utilizing the appropriate treatment, Dr. Vartanian can help you reduce the appearance of wrinkles, sun spots, age spots, and scarring, as well as improve acne and reduce skin oiliness. Both treatments can be very effective at producing softer, smoother skin with long-term results.

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Skin Rejuvenation Procedures

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion can be particularly effective at addressing deep facial lines and scarring. During your dermabrasion procedure, Dr. Vartanian will gently remove the damaged layers of skin in the targeted areas utilizing a high-speed rotating brush known as a dermabrader, which will work to bring out the healthier layers of skin underneath. Additionally, he will smooth the transition of old skin to new skin around the treated areas in order to produce the most natural-looking results. The depth to which your skin is treated will depend on the extent of wrinkling and scarring. Dermabrasion is generally performed under local anesthesia and can often be combined with dermal fillers and injectables to create a more comprehensive aesthetic makeover.

Skin Peels

Skin peels can be a great option for patients seeking to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as sun spots and age spots. Dr. Vartanian offers several chemical peels – composed of glycolic acid, trichloroacetic acid (TCA), and phenol – at various dermal depths in order to provide customized treatment for your specific needs. During the procedure, a skin peel solution will be applied to your face until damaged layers of skin have been removed down to the depth necessary for your goals to be achieved. Dr. Vartanian most commonly uses a medium-depth peel called Rejuvapeel, which has proven to be particularly effective at improving skin texture as well as the appearance of acne and excessive oil production. Treatment times will vary depending on the extent of your needs and the intensity of the peel.

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Recovery from Skin Rejuvenation

Recovery and any downtime necessary will depend on your specific treatment. You can generally expect a mild degree of redness in the targeted area following your treatment, and any discomfort can be alleviated with medication. Dr. Vartanian also recommends that you avoid sun exposure and consistently apply doctor-approved moisturizing ointments for about a week to aid the healing process. Treatment areas may remain pink for a while following your procedure, but this coloring should fade over time. Dr. Vartanian will discuss the recovery process for your specific procedure in more detail during your pre-treatment consultation.

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What to Expect

  • Length of Time for Procedure? Treatment times will vary depending on the extent of your needs and goals, but most skin rejuvenation procedures typically last about an hour or less.
  • Who Performs this Procedure? All skin rejuvenation procedures are performed by Dr. Vartanian or one of our professional skin care experts.
  • What about Recovery? Recovery will depend on the specific skin rejuvenation treatment you receive. Minor redness and swelling can be expected following your procedure, but you should be able to resume your daily routine relatively quickly.
  • How about Results? Our skin rejuvenation techniques can effectively remove wrinkles, sun spots, age spots, and scarring for an improved skin texture and beautiful, long-lasting results.

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Contact Dr. Vartanian

For more information on our skin rejuvenation techniques, or to schedule a private consultation, please contact Dr. Vartanian today. Our cosmetic enhancement team will be happy to answer your questions and assist you in any way we can.