Skin tone, pigmentation and texture

Sun exposure and ageing cause changes in the skin that many people find noticeable: uneven pigmentation, fine lines, rough texture and loss of firmness. Fractional laser treatment is one of the options available for these concerns.

Damien uses a fractional, non-ablative diode laser. It delivers light energy in a pattern of very small columns, treating a fraction of the skin at each pass while leaving the surrounding skin intact. The body then repairs the treated columns, producing new collagen and elastin over the following weeks. It is designed for pigmented spots and mild to moderate lines and for general improvement in skin texture. A course of treatments is usually needed.

Suitability depends on your skin type, the concern being treated and your medical history, and is assessed at your consultation.

Risks and recovery

Common effects include redness, warmth, swelling and a sandpaper-like texture as treated skin sheds, usually settling over three to seven days. Pigmented spots often darken before they flake off. Less common effects include blistering, prolonged redness, changes in pigmentation (lighter or darker patches), acne flare or cold sore reactivation. Rare effects include scarring or infection. Sun protection is essential before and after treatment. Damien explains the risks relevant to you and provides written aftercare.

Contact Damien to arrange a consultation.

Some treatments involve prescription-only medicines, which cannot be advertised in Australia. Whether a treatment is suitable for you is decided at your consultation. All cosmetic procedures carry risks. Individual results vary, and the outcomes experienced by one person do not necessarily reflect the outcomes others may experience. Cosmetic procedures are not provided to people under 18.

Damien Smith, Registered Nurse (Division 1), Nurse Practitioner. Ahpra registration NMW0001614340.