How to remove stretch marks with CO2 laser

How to remove stretch marks with laser for good in Kiev

How to remove stretch marks permanently? Laser removal is a popular procedure because stretch marks are quite common (80% of people). Many women are embarrassed by stretch marks to such an extent that it leads to a decrease in self-esteem and self-confidence. Fortunately, modern aesthetic medicine has effective methods that allow you to almost completely remove stretch marks and get rid of other defects on the skin.

Why do unsightly streaks – striae – appear on the skin?

Stretch marks are caused by severe stretching of the dermis (middle layer of the skin). It is formed by collagen and elastin fibers. It is these fibers that give the skin its strength, elasticity and firmness. When the underlying tissues rapidly increase in volume, the dermis is forced to stretch beyond its capacity.

Due to physical damage to the skin, an inflammatory process develops. Pink, red or purple stripes appear on the skin. Inflammation triggers complex mechanisms, due to which elastin is destroyed and dense collagen fibers are formed – scar tissue is formed. At this stage, stretch marks turn white.

Excessive stretching of the dermis can occur due to:

• of pregnancy;
• sudden changes in body weight;
• hormonal restructuring of the body;
• of dramatic muscle growth in bodybuilding;
• Taking certain medications (more often corticosteroids);
• diseases associated with increased levels of cortisol (stress hormone).

When the body weight changes, stretch marks usually appear on those areas of the body where fat is deposited faster. The question, How to remove stretch marks on the abdomen and buttocks – is very relevant in all countries of the world.

How to remove stretch marks with fractional CO2 laser

If stretch marks have appeared on the skin, unfortunately, they will not go away on their own. As with scars, stretch marks can become less noticeable over time. However, regression is never complete. You can get rid of unsightly streaks on the body with the help of an innovative technique called fractional photothermolysis. The procedure is performed using a CO2 laser.

Fractional laser therapy is one of the few techniques approved by the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) to treat various types of scars, including stretch marks.

Mechanism of action of the device for stretch marks removal by laser

In the treatment of striae, the laser beam is fractionated (split) into many fine beams. They enter the skin vertically down through microscopic channels where they are absorbed by chromophores (melanin, hemoglobin and water in skin cells). In the process of absorbing the light energy, heat is released, which thermally damages the skin.

Multiple vertical columns of coagulated tissue appear, which are called microthermal zones. Each such zone is surrounded by healthy tissue. The microthermal injury triggers a vigorous healing reaction. Recovery occurs through neocollagenesis (collagen production) and dermal remodeling from surrounding viable tissue. Simply put, scar tissue is gradually replaced by new, healthy skin.

Advantages of stretch mark removal with laser

In addition to the fact that after laser treatment, striae become less visible, the overall appearance and condition of the skin is also improved. It becomes more dense and elastic. Sagging and ptosis are reduced. Laser correction of stretch marks on the buttocks allows you to also slightly tighten the skin in this area, make it look younger and firmer. Removal of postpartum stretch marks is better to carry out immediately after the birth of the child, until atrophic changes have occurred in the striae and dense scar tissue has not appeared. This gives the opportunity to maximize the effect.

The laser acts on stretch marks almost instantly. Immediately after the procedure, you can see that the stretch marks turn red. This is due to the blood flow to the problem area and activation of metabolic processes. With each session of therapy stretch marks become less and less noticeable.

Fractional laser therapy for stretch marks has a number of benefits:

• high efficiency (the result is noticeable after the first procedure);
• quick recovery;
• additional rejuvenating effect;
• safety.

По сравнению с другими методами лечения, процедура практически безболезненна и хорошо переносится пациентами.

What is the most effective laser and How to remove stretch marks safely?

Many people are surprised by the big difference in the price of laser stretch mark removal. In one clinic the procedure may cost 2,000 hryvnias, and in another 10,000 hryvnias. In fact, the cost determines the quality of the laser unit used. Many small cosmetology clinics go the way of cheapening their services, buying Chinese lasers. However, the price of these devices exactly corresponds to the quality of their work. Therefore

The basis of fractional laser therapy is the division of a single beam into hundreds of thin beams. They are able to penetrate to a given depth of the dermis without damaging the surrounding tissue. In low-quality laser devices, the primary light flux is fractionated unevenly. As a result, rays of different lengths and thicknesses are created. One of them affects the epidermis, while the other penetrates into the deep layers of the dermis. This not only reduces the effectiveness of the procedure, but also significantly increases the risk of burns and scars. That is why many patients after laser therapy face the “gauze effect”, when a noticeable grid of atrophic scars remains on the skin.

The Coolaser Clinic aesthetic medicine clinic uses a modern American Coolaser CO2 laser unit for the treatment of stretch marks. It is FDA-approved and is very popular among foreign stars. The diameter of the point of fractionated laser beams in Coolaser CO2 is only 85 microns (thinner than a human hair), which allows you to carefully vaporize scar tissue stretch marks, and start the process of skin regeneration. Coolaser CO2 is very precise on the dermis, leaving no “gauze effect”.

In comparison, some non-original units have a dot diameter of 300 microns. The probability of a burn at these parameters is very high. If no scars are left after treatment with such a laser, the patient is guaranteed a very long recovery.

How to remove stretch marks with Coolaser CO2 laser in Kiev

Coolaser Clinic offers stretch mark removal procedure on the original American laser device Coolaser CO2. The treatment allows you to almost completely get rid of stretch marks, as well as tighten and rejuvenate the skin. 

You can make an appointment for consultation and procedures by phone: (068) 938 03 03 03. Laser stretch mark removal procedure can be performed in Kulazer clinic in Kiev at the address: Pechersky district, 32B Konovaltsa str.

Sources

• NLM is the world’s largest online biomedical library;
• StatPearls is the world’s largest health education resource;
• WebMD is an American online health magazine.