Texture and Scar Resurfacing

A dual-wavelength regime by SP Dynamis

  • Both non-ablative Nd:YAG and fractional-ablative Er:YAG wavelengths combined in a single comprehensive scar-treatment regimen
  • Er:YAG laser gently ablates the scar tissue and activates collagen remodelling while non-ablative Nd:YAG improves the vascular feeding system which further enhances tissue regeneration
  • High-performance Er:YAG laser ablates the skin more efficiently due to proprietary VSP (Variable Square Pulse) technology, which can be fully customised to attain the desired clinical outcomes in a precise manner
  • Nd:YAG laser perfectly complements the Er:YAG laser’s ablative action by being able to penetrate deeply into the skin to create thermal effects without damaging the surface

Indications:

  1. Scar resurfacing: acne scar, surgical scar, scar from injury
  2. Skin rejuvenation: deep lines / skin laxity
  3. Enlarged pores / rough skin texture

Contraindications: (if unsure, always check with doctor)

  1. Pregnancy
  2. Active skin infection
  3. Signs of sun injury
  4. Wound

Interval: 4 weeks

Number of sessions: 4 sessions recommended for optimal results, more sessions might be needed depending on type and severity of scars

Results: Improvement of scar can be seen in 3–4 weeks, with further improvement after additional sessions

Maintenance: Not needed for scar resurfacing; 1–2×/year for skin rejuvenation and texture improvement

Downtime: Erythema and small scabs should be expected on the treated area for at least 7 days

Complications:

  1. Prolonged skin redness
  2. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Pre-procedure:

  1. Photo documentation
  2. Obtain written consent
  3. Apply numbing cream: 30 mins
  4. Clean the face with chlorhexidine solution

Post-procedure:

  1. Photo documentation
  2. Post-procedure cooling for 15 mins
  3. Apply topical antibiotic cream
  4. Apply moisturizer and sunscreen
  5. Post-procedure advice:
    • Apply SPF50 broad-spectrum sunscreen at least twice a day
    • DO NOT touch, scratch, or rub the treated area till the skin is completely healed to prevent irritation or infection
    • Be gentle when washing your face
    • To resume regular skincare products after 48 hrs
    • Avoid skincare ingredients such as retinol, Vitamin C, exfoliating products (facial scrub / AHA / BHA) for 2 weeks
    • Avoid excessive sun exposure for 2 weeks
    • Avoid facial procedures and energy-based treatments (laser, radiofrequency, HIFU, BBL, IPL) for 2 weeks

Price: $600 (face) and $300 (neck)