Sun damaged skin, also known as photodamage, results from UVB or UVA ultraviolet rays associated with sun exposure damaging skin cells.

What Are The Types of Sun-Damaged Skin and Their Characteristics?

Acute Sun Damage

• This is most commonly known as sunburn, which causes redness and peeling.

Chronic Sun Damage

There are several manifestations of chronic sun damage. Among them:

• Rough or leathery skin
• Prominent facial wrinkles
• Facial skin laxity (looseness)
• Age Spots (lentigos)
• Dry, scaly skin
• Mottled pigmentation

Who Is Most Likely To Have Sun-Damaged Skin?

• Sun worshippers
• People with outdoor occupations

Treatments for Sun-Damaged Skin

• Topical Creams, e.g. tretinoin
• CO₂ Aesthetic Laser
• Refirme
• Photorejuvenation

What Does Laser Treatment Involve?

• Please refer to the individual procedure to get information.

Are You A Candidate?

You may be a good candidate for laser treatment if:

• You have visible manifestations of sun damage to your skin.

What Are The Advantages Of Laser Treatment?

• Laser treatment provides extraordinary rejuvenation of the skin, erasing fine lines and wrinkles, and normalizing pigmentation abnormalities such as brown spots.

How Long Does It Take?

Depends on the procedure involved and the extent of the area to be treated; usually 30 minutes or less.

How Many Treatments Are Required?

Sometimes several treatments are required.

What Are My Alternatives for Treating Sun-Damaged Skin?

• Topical creams; however the laser delivers superior results.

Will I Have Pain?

Sometimes, patients experience a stinging sensation during the laser treatments. This is usually compared to the snapping of a rubber band, and not usually intolerable for patients. There is rarely any pain after the treatment.

When Can I Go Back To Work Or School?

Immediately.

Who Will Perform My Treatment?

The surgery will be performed by one of our highly-trained dermatologists.

How Much Does It Cost?

Please call TopSurgeons at 800-506-8084 for more information.

Will My Insurance Cover?

Insurance companies do not typically cover this procedure, but you should check with your individual insurer to be sure.