If you've ever wished that you could "renew" your complexion to make it smoother and more even-toned, laser resurfacing may be a good option for you.

The physicians at the the Duke Aesthetics Center are experts in cosmetic laser resurfacing, also called laser peel. A laser peel is a procedure that smoothes the facial skin by using a laser to refinish damaged areas and shrink fine wrinkles. The result is a fresher, smoother complexion. 

Procedure Details

A beam of laser energy is used to vaporize the upper layers of damaged skin with accurate precision. As new cells form during the healing process, a smoother, tighter, younger-looking skin surface appears. 

This outpatient procedure can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour.

Risks

Some of the risks involved with a laser peel include the development of hypo- or hyper-pigmentation, which is a change of skin color in the treated area, including loss of color or excessive color.

Physicians

Physicians offering this service include:

• Richard, Michael J.
  • Ophthalmology / Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service
• Woodward, Julie Ann
  • Ophthalmology / Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service

Locations

This service is available at:

• Duke Aesthetic Center
  3475 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705