Erbium YAG Laser

The Erbium YAG laser works by producing laser light that is absorbed by the water in the skin cells, which causes the vaporization of the cell. Removing only minuscule amounts of tissue stimulates collagen and elastin production, refreshing your overall skin appearance. After the damaged skin is removed, healthy skin will replace it, resulting in a glowing complexion.

You can expect more even skin texture and tone and a reduction in wrinkles and scarring. The results of Erbium YAG laser skin resurfacing will not be immediately apparent following the treatment but will develop over a few weeks as the skin heals.

A full-face treatment will take between 15-20 minutes including set up time.

You may feel mild discomfort during treatment. Your clinician can apply a topical numbing cream to ensure your comfort.

The ideal candidate for Erbium YAG laser treatments has mild to moderate sun damage, fine lines or wrinkles, skin laxity (especially of the lower eyelids), changes in skin texture and tone, or some types of precancerous skin lesions. Erbium YAG laser skin resurfacing is not recommended for those with dark skin tones due to the risk of hypopigmentation (areas of low skin pigment).

Most patients experience one to two weeks of downtime following an Erbium YAG treatment. Reddened and raw skin, mild swelling, and itchiness are common following laser treatments. Patients can expect skin redness/pinkness to persist for several weeks. Hydrating ointments, skin care, and limited sun exposure can reduce recovery time.

Typically, aftercare includes applying moisturiser to the skin and avoiding prolonged sun exposure. Noticeable results are usually seen after a few days, with complete healing in only a few weeks.