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Laser Treatments
What is the procedure?

Most procedures are carried out in the outpatient clinic and anaesthetic is rarely required. An air-cooling device is employed to make the procedure more comfortable as well as protecting the surface layers of the skin when deeper lesions are being targeted. Most patients describe the sensation of laser treatment as similar to the feeling of being flicked with an elastic band. Laser resurfacing is more extensive and often requires a local or general anaesthetic.

Safety is paramount with lasers, and you will be asked to wear protective goggles to prevent any possibility of eye injury from the laser beam. Depending upon the particular procedure, a dressing, ointment or gel may be applied to the treated area. This may be continued for a number of days thereafter.

Before any laser treatment, you should minimise sun exposure and avoid tanning beds for four weeks to maximise effectiveness of the laser. The same rules apply after laser treatment to encourage healing with a minimum risk of adverse outcome.

You will be provided with an information sheet which will detail the skin care and precautions expected both before and after your treatment.

 

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