What is the MICROLASERPEEL? It is an intra-dermal laserpeel that precisely ablates the outermost layers of skin. The procedure is individually taliored t othe nature of the problem to be corrected: wrinklesm scars, laxicity, active acne or pigmentation problems. Who should consider a MICROLASERPEEL? The patient looking for better results than microdermabrasion or light chemical peels can offer, yet, still has time for the healing process. How is the MICROLASERPEEL different from Microdermabrasion? Generally, microdermabrasion only removes the stratum cornuem (10-15 microns). The MicroLaserPeel is an intra to full epidermal peel (20-60 microns). Because this procedure ablates deeper into the epidermis, it is the perfect step between microdermabrasion and deeper peels. How many MICROLASERPEELS can be done? As many peels necessaty to achieve the desired result. Typically, the procedure is repeated 2-4 times spaced apart 4-6 weeks. What can the patient expect? Smoother, healthier, and vibrant skin. It is referred to as "The Weekend Peel" since it can take 10 years off of your face. You will notice a significant and immediate change in the skin texture and tightness when compared to microdermabrasion. How long is the healing process? The healing process takes appoximately 2-4 days. Generally, this procedure can be performed on Friday and the patient can go back to work the following Monday. Immediately following the procedure, it will feel and look like a bad sunburn.The patient will have minor sloughing and itchiness the following day. The second day the redness will begin to fade dramatically. On the third day, the redness will be diminished and easily covered by makeup.