According to New Jersey plastic surgeon Dr. Sam Rizk, M.D., in an interview in this week’s Star, there are several differences between ablative and non-ablative lasers:
Ablative Lasers
Also called: Erbium, CO2
Treatments needed: 1
Used for: Wrinkle reduction, tissue tightening
Relative downtime: Significant. Up to 10 days post-treatment.
Non-Ablative Lasers
Also called: Fraxel, Affirm
Treatments needed: Several. Number varies; usually at least 3.
Used for: Sun damage, skin texture and discoloration treatment.
Relative...
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