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Laser Resurfacing

Laser resurfacing refreshes your skin by removing damage and stimulating collagen, restoring a smoother, brighter, and more youthful look.

About Laser Resurfacing

Laser skin resurfacing is an advanced cosmetic treatment that uses targeted light energy to improve skin tone, texture, and overall skin health. With both ablative and non-ablative treatment options available, each treatment is personalized to address your unique skin concerns and aesthetic goals.

How it Works

During treatment, a specialized laser delivers targeted light energy to the skin to address damaged tissue while stimulating your body’s natural collagen production. Treatment options include:

  • Ablative Lasers
    These lasers target the outermost layer of the skin while stimulating a deep healing response and significant collagen production to improve skin texture and overall appearance.
  • Non-Ablative Lasers
    These lasers target the deeper layers of the skin to address pigmentation concerns and stimulate collagen production, helping rejuvenate the skin with minimal disruption to the skin’s surface.

Laser resurfacing can improve fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, uneven pigmentation, enlarged pores, and overall skin texture while promoting healthier, more youthful-looking skin.

Recovery varies depending on the type and intensity of the laser treatment. Most patients return to their normal activities within a few days to several weeks. With proper sun protection and a consistent skincare routine, results can be long-lasting and continue to improve as collagen production increases.

Contact our office if you experience severe pain, excessive swelling, worsening redness, fever, drainage, blistering, or any unexpected symptoms during your recovery after laser resurfacing.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Laser skin resurfacing may be a good option for individuals looking to improve:
  • Acne scars or chickenpox scars
  • Uneven skin tone or pigmentation
  • Sun-damaged skin
  • Age spots
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Rough skin texture

Laser resurfacing is an excellent option for individuals seeking smoother, healthier, and more youthful-looking skin. During your consultation, our team will evaluate your skin type, concerns, and goals to determine whether laser resurfacing is the right treatment for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions, Answered

Laser skin resurfacing is generally well tolerated when performed by an experienced provider. Temporary redness, swelling, peeling, and sensitivity are common during the healing process.

Most patients describe the treatment as feeling like warmth or the snapping of a rubber band against the skin. A topical numbing cream is applied before treatment, and cooling techniques may be used during the procedure to maximize comfort.

Initial improvements are often visible once the skin has healed, with continued improvement over the following months as collagen production increases. The timeline varies depending on the type and intensity of the laser treatment.

Downtime depends on the type of laser treatment performed. Non-ablative laser treatments typically involve mild redness and swelling with minimal downtime, while ablative laser treatments require a longer healing period but often provide more significant improvement. Your provider will discuss your expected recovery during your consultation.

Success Stories

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I am a board-certified dermatologist. I referred several of my patients to Dr. Riyaz for Fraxel laser treatments. The results have been outstanding and my patients have been raving about his amazing bedside manner. He adeptly treats all skin types with ease.
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Amazing experience
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Dennis Porto
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Dr Riyaz is an excellent doctor, which isn't a surprise because he completed the best training! Would trust him personally or with a family member.
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Anna&Jessica Swisher
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Friendliest staff!! Great experiences
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Lydia Taylor
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Everyone from reception to the physician’s assistant to the doctor himself were very kind and courteous. Dr. Riyaz was attentive, affirming and gave me hope for treatment. The building is very clean and welcoming.
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Zeshaan Mallhi
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Excellent service. Was seen very quickly.
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Rashida Rahman
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Pleasant staff, knowledgeable provider
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Lacey Polderdyke
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Dr. Riyaz and Deanne were such a pleasure and so kind! Dr. Riyaz explained everything so thoroughly and his passion for his work was evident from the moment I met him. Such a fantastic bedside manner!!
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Danielle LeBlanc
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My daughter had a handful of stubborn warts that we had been trying to get rid of for YEARS. We tried everything at home — over-the-counter freezing products, creams, duct tape, scraping, acids — you name it, we tried it! We finally decided to see our regular doctor, where they attempted to freeze them off. When that didn’t work, we went back multiple times and eventually tried a combination of freezing and acid treatments. After FOUR very painful appointments and more than $800 out of pocket, the warts were STILL there. At that point, we were frustrated and gave up for several months. When summer came around, we decided to give Studio Derm and Dr. Farhaad Riyaz a try — and I am SO glad we did! Dr. Riyaz listened carefully to everything we had already been through, explained the different treatment options available, and helped us decide how to move forward. He was incredibly kind, patient, and compassionate with my daughter. And the best part? After ONE pleasant appointment, the warts were GONE! 🙌 We actually went back expecting that she would need another treatment, but Dr. Riyaz looked at them, told us they were healing beautifully, and sent us on our way — no unnecessary treatment or appointment. After everything we had been through, I honestly couldn't believe how easy the experience was. Dr. Riyaz is truly a caring, compassionate, knowledgeable, and HONEST doctor. It is so refreshing to find someone who genuinely seems to care about his patients and isn't going to recommend treatment that isn't needed. I would recommend Studio Derm and Dr. Farhaad Riyaz to absolutely anyone. I only wish we had found him years ago!