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Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing

Non-invasive Laser Therapy for acne scars, pigmentation & common sighs of aging

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Fractional CO2

CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing for Acne Scars & Aging Skin

With its versatility in treating various skin concerns, Fractional CO2 Laser is an effective laser resurfacing treatment that diminishes hyperpigmentation issues such as acne scars and sun spots, while also combating visible signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles. Through the use of carbon dioxide (CO2), this laser treatment precisely resurfaces and revitalises the deeper layers of the skin — the dermal layer — for a comprehensive enhancement of skin texture and appearance.

“Fractional” refers to the laser’s precise targeting of a specific area of the skin, while ensuring the surrounding healthy skin remains unharmed. This unique approach accelerates skin healing and minimises downtime, distinguishing it from traditional ablative laser resurfacing. The targeted precision helps actively trigger the body’s natural healing mechanisms to effectively stimulate new collagen production for skin that is visibly smoother, firmer, and younger-looking.

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What can Fractional CO2 Laser treat?

Because melasma has multiple triggers and its highly individual, we don’t rely on a single treatment. Instead, our doctors prefer a combination strategy, tailored to each patient’s skin type, triggers, and melasma depth. This approach targets both stubborn surface pigmentation and the overactive melanocytes beneath, giving patients the best chance for lasting, transformative results.

HYPERPIGMENTATION ISSUES

  • Acne scars

  • Sun damage (sun spots, age spots)

VISIBLE SIGNS OF AGING

  • Crow’s feet

  • Fine lines and wrinkles

  • Sagging skin

SKIN TEXTURAL CONCERNS

  • Enlarged pores

  • Uneven skin tone

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How it work?

Acne Scar Management with Fractional CO2 Laser

Atrophic acne scars are a common outcome of acne conditions in Singapore, resulting from inflammation-induced tissue damage and collagen loss during the acne healing process. These scars, which vary in depth and shape, including ice-pick, boxcar, and rolling scars, can affect skin texture and appearance.

Fractional CO2 Laser addresses this underlying concern by stimulating collagen production to rejuvenate the skin from within. By delivering controlled beams of light deep into the skin layers, this laser technology induces controlled damage, prompting the skin’s natural healing mechanisms. This process accelerates collagen synthesis and skin cell turnover, effectively minimizing the appearance of acne scars over time.

Many patients exhibit a combination of acne scars. Depending on the scar depth and severity, Fractional CO2 Laser may complement other treatments like TCA Cross in a comprehensive acne scar management regimen. This combination approach ensures optimal improvement by first addressing scar depth and then targeting with laser treatments for collagen synthesis.

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procedure

What is the Procedure for Fractional CO2 Laser Like?

SKIN CONSULTATION

Our aesthetic doctor will assess your skin type, skin quality, skin concerns and desired outcomes to assess your suitability for the treatment.

PRIOR TO THE TREATMENT

An anaesthetic cream will be applied on the treated area to minimise any potential discomfort for the individual.

FRACTIONAL CO2 LASER

The Fractional CO2 Laser will be passed over treated areas through a scanning pattern to target blemished skin and stimulate your skin’s natural healing process.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Rejuran

HOW DOES FRACTIONAL C02 LASER WORK?

Fractional CO2 Laser works by delivering a concentrated beam of laser energy into the skin’s dermal layers to create tiny, evenly-controlled microscopic wounds. These targeted micro-injuries effectively eliminate damaged skin cells while triggering our body’s healing responses. This natural healing process triggers a boost in collagen production, which fosters the growth of new, healthy skin cells.

Through its “fractional” approach, it focuses exclusively on the problem areas, hence minimising the downtime associated with traditional laser treatments.

Many of our patients who have undergone the Fractional CO2 Laser Treatment have feedback that is well-tolerable. The procedure is often described as a series of quick and mild sensation of heat or prickling. A numbing cream will also be applied to minimise any potential discomfort prior to the treatment.

Each session of Fractional CO2 Laser typically takes about 10-20 minutes, depending on the size of the treated area and the specific concerns being addressed. Additionally, the process may involve about 30 minutes for the application of a numbing cream to ensure your comfort during the procedure.

As the overall duration may vary based on individual factors, our aesthetic doctor will provide you with a more accurate estimate during your initial consultation.

Yes, Fractional CO2 Laser is an effective treatment that has been widely recognised in Singapore for its ability to treat acne scars. By delivering precise laser energy into the skin’s deeper layers, it targets the scarred areas to encourage the formation of fresh collagen to improve the texture and appearance of acne scars, leaving the skin smoother.

Depending on the complexity and severity of your acne scars, Fractional CO2 Laser can be used as a single acne scar treatment alone or combined with other acne scar removal treatments available in our clinic (e.g. TCA Cross or Agnes Acne Radiofrequency Treatment).

Most skin types can benefit from our Fractional CO2 Laser treatment, particularly individuals with hyperpigmentation concerns like acne scars, sun spots, age spots, uneven skin tone, textural irregularities, and wrinkles. However, since every skin type is unique, seeking professional advice from a qualified and licensed aesthetic doctor or dermatologist is crucial to determine the suitability of Fractional CO2 Laser for your specific needs.

Most individual with mild skin concerns have noticed visible results after just one session of Fractional CO2 Laser treatment. To achieve significant improvements in your skin, we advise adhering to the suggested treatment plan. As the optimal frequency varies for each individual, our aesthetic doctor will conduct a thorough skin assessment during the initial consultation, allowing them to recommend a tailored treatment approach that addresses your unique concerns, budget, and timeframe.

The number of Fractional CO2 Laser treatment sessions required can vary depending on individual skin concerns and your desired outcomes. Most of our patients typically undergo a series of 1-3 treatment sessions, spaced approximately 4-6 weeks apart to allow for your skin to heal in-between each session.

Multiple clinical studies have proven that Fractional CO2 Laser is a safe procedure; however, some temporary side effects such as redness of the treated area and a sensation akin to a sunburn. These short-lived effects will subside and are common with all laser treatments as the skin heals after the procedure. To mitigate any potential risks, our aesthetic doctor will provide a set of post-treatment care and guidance to ensure a smooth recovery.

Following the procedure, the treated areas may appear rough and slightly flaky during your skin’s healing process. The downtime of Fractional CO2 Laser usually lasts around 5 to 7 days, but individual healing rates may vary. During this time, it’s essential to protect your skin from excessive sun exposure, and adhere to the aftercare instructions provided by our aesthetic doctor.

Restylane® Kysse Lip Fillers
What is Restylane® Kysse

Dubbed as the gold standard of lip fillers, Restylane® Kysse is a hyaluronic acid (HA) filler that’s designed specifically for our lips. Using XpresHAn™ Technology, it provides flexible movement and natural-looking volume while enhancing the texture and colour of the lips.

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Benefits of Restylane Kesse

  • Luscious, plumped lips

  • Soft, natural-looking results

  • Smooths lip lines and wrinkles

  • Enhances the colour of your lips

  • Allows for flexible lip movements

  • More defined, volumized, and youthful lips

  • Longer-lasting results as compared to other lip fillers

  • Immediate results with zero downtime

What to Expect

Step 1

All Restylane® Kysse fillers come with lidocaine, an anesthetic, to ensure that your treatment is relaxing and entirely comfortable. Initially, a topical anesthetic will be applied on the injection site to numb the area.

Step 2

Our aesthetic doctor will begin the procedure with the first injection using an ultra-fine needle, before taking a pause to allow the lidocaine in Restylane® Kysse to further numb the lip area.

Step 3

The procedure then continues until the treated area shows the desired results. Thereafter, the injected area will be massaged to ensure that the filler gel is distributed evenly across the lips for natural results.

Are there any before and after photos of Restylane® Kysse results?

As dictated by Ministry of Health, we are not allowed to publish ‘before’ and ‘after’ images of aesthetic treatments. If you are interested in seeing the full before-and-after results please provide us with your name and email below, and we will send the images to your email address.

Restylane Kysse Frequently Asked Questions
Am I an ideal candidate for Restylane® Kysse Lip Fillers?

Patients should not use Kysse lip filler if they:

  • Have a history of severe allergic reactions.

  • Have had a previous allergic reaction to hyaluronic acid fillers.

  • Are allergic to anesthetics, like lidocaine.

While both of these are hyaluronic acid lip fillers, they have slightly different formulas. Restylane® Kysse adds volume and enhances your existing lip shape and symmetry to create smooth, natural-looking lips. It can also treat smoker’s lines, or commonly known as wrinkles around the mouth.

Juvederm, on the other hand, is a great option for patients who are looking for a more voluminous look. When deciding on which lip filler, it depends on the look you want to achieve.

Due to the different formulations, Restylane® Kysse has a unique structure that lasts longer than other fillers. Most dermal lip fillers last around 9 months, however you can expect results lasting up to 12 months with Restylane® Kysse.

The discomfort experienced during the treatment varies from person to person and depends on factors such as:

  • Sensitivity of the patient

  • Pain tolerance of the patient

  • Anxiety level of the patient

Restylane® Kysse comes with anesthetic inside the gel already, hence discomfort is at its minimum.

All lip fillers have some mild side effects. You may experience some slight swelling and bruising on the injected area, but these should go away within 7 days.

  • As with other lip fillers treatment, a cold compress may be applied to the injected area to reduce swelling.

  • Avoid touching the injected area for at least 6 hours so that you do not accidentally injure your skin while the area is numb. Thereafter, the treatment area can be gently washed with soap and water.

  • Minimise strenuous exercise and exposure to excess heat, sun, or UV rays for the first 24 hours. Exposure to these may cause temporary redness, swelling, or itching at the treated area.

Full aftercare instructions will also be provided after the treatment.

Got more questions? Contact our clinic for more information or schedule an appointment with our doctor

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Acne

A commonly overlooked yet physically and psychologically scarring problem, acne is a long-drawn problem that commences at puberty and can drag on well into one’s 20s to 30s. Adult-onset acne is also common, commencing in one’s 20s to 30s and dragging on well beyond that. Caused mainly by accumulation of dead skin, bacterial infection and uncontrolled inflammation, acne is a rather well understood medical condition. Hormonal influences, genetic factors, and even proposed dietary influences are known to be the underlying drivers of acne in some too. Early intervention is the best solution – less acne translates to less scarring, saving you precious time and finances required in attempting to resurface those pesky scars later on.

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Acne Treatments

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels consist of mild acids that, when applied to skin, promote controlled exfoliation of skin as well as inactivation of the sebaceous units responsible for breakouts.

Used as a complimentary form of treatment to existing topical therapy, chemical peels can quickly and effectively control most forms of acne.

3-5 sessions are typically required at 2 weekly intervals to bring acne under control, with subsequent sessions done every 4-6 weeks for maintenance.

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Carbon Peel

Using a specialised laser and a black carbon-based ink on the face, sebaceous glands can be targeted, bacteria killed, and mild exfoliation performed.

Sessions done at 2-4 weekly intervals can help keep acne bay while also helping to lighten any post-inflammatory pigmentation left by the acne and even reduce pore size.

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AGNES

For the larger, stubborn and recurrent acne, the use of a highly selective probe to deliver high radio-frequency energy into the sebaceous unit effectively and permanently inactivates the gland.

This more permanent solution to acne allows for effective management of recurrent acne without having to resort to oral medication such as oral isotretinoin.

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Medical Facials for Acne Treatment

Gentle Medical Facial 

Perfect for unclogging pores and reducing P. acne presence in the skin, our gentle medical facial includes a session of microdermabrasion, a light chemical peel and a session with the Omnilux blue LED light  – a perfect combination for comedonal acne. 

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Sciton Blue BBL

Harnessing the power of intense blue light, the Sciton Blue BBL therapy eliminates one of the contributing factors of acne – the bacteria, P. Acne.

Stronger than LED light, BBL effectively reduces acne while calming the state of the skin as a whole. 

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Optimised Acne Treatment Programmes

Acne elimination programme

Combining the benefits of lasers and acids, this customised programmes aims at eliminating existing acne, preventing further acne formation and erasing the post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation formed by acne.  Skin is also renewed, texture improved and a fresh glow attained. With minimal downtime and side effects, this combination therapy is built to reign in those outbreaks.

Treatments for Freckles and Pigmentation

At The Aesthetic Studio Clinic & Surgery, we offer a variety of options for treating pigmentary problems, eliminating brown spots and uneven pigmentation. These treatments also provide additional benefits of rejuvenating the skin, improving texture and appearance, softening wrinkles, tightening the skin, removing redness and broken blood vessels.

Treatment for Freckles and Pigmentation with Topical Treatments and Creams
Topical treatments are critical to help fade brown discolouration and prevent new areas from appearing. We use established and well studied ingredients in our skincare products, such as retinoids (prescription strength vitamin A) and retinol, hydroquinones (prescription bleach at varying strengths), kojic acid, licorice, various alpha, beta, and poly hydroxy acids, exfoliants, and melanocyte stabilising products. The Aesthetic Studio carries distinguished dermatologic product lines such as Obagi, SkinCeuticals, PCA Skin, La Roche Posay, and other products only available to clinics.

Treatment for Freckles and Pigmentation with Chemical peels
We provide superficial, medium depth and deeper peels – tailored to our patients needs, pigmentation type and recovery time requirements. Even gentle light peels help fade freckles, sun spots, age spots, and other excess pigmentation to reveal clearer, younger-looking skin.

Treatment for Freckles and Pigmentation with Cosmelan® Depigmentation masque
Cosmelan® Depigmentation masque is a painless, single session, clinic applied treatment that particularly suitable for stubborn and dense pigmentation. Cosmelan®’s synergistic ingredients effect quick, effective blending and elimination of undesirable pigment. Cosmelan® is “sun-friendly”, and works well even on darker toned Asian and Latin skin. Cosmelan® will also produce a slight initial “peel” which helps refinish the skin surface while dramatically diminishing hyperpigmentation. This is followed by a specialised home skin care program to enhance, maintain and protect the new skin.

Treatment for Freckles and Pigmentation with Spectra Laser Toning
Spectra Laser Toning is an advanced treatment protocol that provides a gentle, safe, and effective treatment for stubborn blotchy hormonal pigmentation known as melasma. Spectra treatments also help with generalised pigmentation issues, redness, pore size, unwanted hair, acne, rosacea, and gently tightens and refreshes the skin. It is a favourite as there is no downtime or healing time.

Treatment for Freckles and Pigmentation with Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) – Sciton BBL
BBL/IPL treatments are the treatment of choice for reversing the signs of sun-damaged skin. It will gently reduce excess pigmentation on sun exposed areas of the body including the face, neck, chest, hands, and arms. In addition to treating brown spots, this light source treats redness, broken blood vessels, shrinks pore size, tightens skin, and can help with acne and rosacea. Maximum benefits are achieved with a series of 2 to 3 treatments.

Treatment for Freckles and Pigmentation with Fractional CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing
Fractional Carbon Dioxide (CO2) laser skin resurfacing treatments even out skin colouring by removing the dull, damaged, outer layer of skin; while minimising downtime. In addition to treating pigmentation, these laser treatments will also improve skin texture, redness, pore size, and wrinkles, repairing sun damaged or acne-scarred skin, and treat pre-cancerous skin lesions.

At The Aesthetic Studio Clinic & Surgery, we are dedicated to enhancing the health and appearance of your skin through innovation and clinical excellence. For a comprehensive facial assessment, call +65 6737 1100 or click here for an appointment.

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Tattoo Removal
Tattoos, while easily placed, are much more complicated to erase. Newer methods of treatment are more reliable, and total time required for tattoo removal can be shortened to less than a year.

Tattoos, while easily placed, are much more complicated to erase. Existing therapies involve the use of nano-second Q-switched lasers, but treatments prove difficult with many requiring 2-3 years of repeated visits at 2-3 monthly intervals. Newer methods of treatment involve the use of newly developed pico-second lasers. These lasers, firing many times faster than conventional Q switched lasers, fracture pigments more effectively. In effect, treatments are more reliable, and total time required for tattoo removal can be shortened to less than a year.

Here at The Aesthetic Studio, we employ the use of the Lutronic Picoplus Pico-second laser for optimal tattoo removal; with 4 wavelengths of light at your disposal, removal of tattoos of varying colour and complexity just got easier.

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Tattoo Removal Treatment
Tattoo Removal

With a high energy output, a wide range of precisely controllable fluence output and four wavelengths of light for increased versatility, the Picoplus Pico-second laser is optimised for tattoo removal and pigment management. 

Depending on tattoo complexity, 5-10 sessions may be required at monthly intervals for optimal clearance.

Combination with ablative lasers may be advised to reduce post-laser blistering commonly associated with tattoo removal.

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