A double board certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Levine and her team offer some of the most comprehensive laser skin resurfacing treatments in New York City. These versatile laser treatments can be customized to address various skin concerns by targeting different layers of skin tissue, across the body.
Laser skin resurfacing treatments are effective for reducing fine lines, wrinkles, scars, and unwanted pigmentation, resulting in a smoother, more even skin tone.
To ensure your aesthetic goals are met, we offer various resurfacing treatments at varied depths, addressing superficial and deep skin concerns.
The treatments listed below are arranged from most superficial to deepest tissue penetration.Target Areas: Specifically designed to address pigmentation issues and fine lines on the epidermal layer.
Mechanism: Utilizes a fractional laser technology that creates microscopic columns in the skin, promoting rapid healing and rejuvenation without affecting the surrounding tissue.
Downtime: Minimal, allowing patients to return to their daily activities almost immediately, with only slight redness or swelling that subsides quickly.
Suitable For: Individuals looking to improve skin tone and texture with the least amount of downtime.
Target Areas: Ideal for enhancing the skin's texture by lightly polishing the top layer of the skin.
Mechanism: Employs a precise amount of energy to remove the outermost layer of the skin, revealing the smoother, fresher skin beneath.
Downtime: Very minimal, with patients typically resuming normal activities within 1-2 days post-treatment.
Suitable For: Those seeking a quick refresh for their skin with minimal interruption to their schedule.
Target Skin Concerns: Targets deeper lines and signs of sun damage more aggressively than the NanoLaserPeel.
Mechanism: This peel goes deeper into the skin to remove a thicker layer, effectively addressing more pronounced skin imperfections.
Downtime: Requires a longer recovery period, with patients needing several days to heal, accompanied by more noticeable redness and peeling.
Suitable For: Individuals with moderate skin issues looking for more significant results than what superficial treatments offer.
Target Skin Concerns: Focuses on rejuvenating the skin by stimulating collagen production, improving skin texture, and addressing sun-damaged skin.
Mechanism: Going deeper than Frax 1940, this fractional laser targets deeper layers of the skin to promote collagen remodeling, enhancing skin firmness and elasticity.
Downtime: Short to moderate, with some redness and swelling expected, but generally allowing for a quick return to daily activities.
Suitable For: Patients aiming for improvements in skin texture and resilience with manageable downtime.
Target Skin Concerns: Specifically targets fractions of the skin to treat a variety of concerns, including acne scars, aging skin, and more, while promoting rapid healing.
Mechanism: Creates thousands of microscopic channels in the skin, which stimulates the body's natural healing process and leads to significant collagen production.
Downtime: Varies, with most patients experiencing a few days of downtime due to the targeted yet intensive nature of the treatment.
Suitable For: Those who desire noticeable skin improvement with a balance between efficacy and recovery time.
Target Skin Concerns: Deeply penetrates the skin to treat severe wrinkles, scars, and other deep skin imperfections, offering profound rejuvenation.
Mechanism: This laser treatment removes outer layers of damaged skin while heating underlying skin layers to stimulate collagen growth, resulting in smoother, firmer, and younger-looking skin.
Downtime: Requires the longest recovery time among the listed treatments, with significant redness and peeling as the skin heals and regenerates.
Suitable For: Patients with deep wrinkles and scars who are looking for dramatic results and are able to accommodate a longer recovery period.