For certain skin concerns, an effective treatment needs to go below the surface. With laser skin resurfacing at SOMA Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics, we can help you renew your skin for a radiant, firm complexion.
During laser skin resurfacing, a powerful layer vaporizes the top layer of your skin and heats the newer tissue underneath. The heat stimulates the production of collagen and elastin. These proteins act as scaffolding for your skin, improving your complexion’s tone and texture.
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Before & After
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Step 1:
Consultation
We start every patient’s care plan with a consultation, where we’ll lay the foundation for a meaningful relationship. We’ll listen attentively as you describe your concerns, and we’ll steer you toward treatments that are just right for you.
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Step 2:
Treatment
During one of our laser skin treatments in Des Moines, we first make sure you’re relaxed and give you specialized glasses to protect your eyes. Then we smoothly move the laser over the entire treatment area, applying the light energy evenly.
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Step 3:
Maintenance
Your skin may take a few days to several weeks to firm up and brighten, depending on the strength of the treatment. Before you leave, we’ll let you know exactly what to expect and give you any necessary aftercare instructions.
At SOMA, we use our professional expertise to select only the best technology and techniques for our patients. Our variety of device options makes us a leading provider of laser skin treatments in Des Moines.
Our patients come to us with unique aesthetic goals, and we honor their vision by offering fully tailored treatments. We’ll craft a care plan that aims to meet and exceed your expectations, so that you can turn your aspirations into a reality.
From the moment you walk through our doors, we greet you warmly and give you personalized support. We view our patients as family, and we’re delighted to offer top-tier aesthetics care to the people who matter most.
Sciton Contour TRL is our strongest option for laser skin treatments in Des Moines. With its powerful laser, we can exfoliate the top layers of your skin down to the dermis. Its intensity allows us to treat even the deepest skin concerns. While it requires more downtime and a longer recovery period, it delivers unmatched radiance and clarity.
The MicroLaserPeel fits right in between the Sciton Contour TRL and the NanoLaserPeel. As an ablative laser, it removes the top few layers of your skin and stimulates new, brighter growth. Using the MicroLaserPeel, we can effectively treat uneven skin texture, discoloration, scarring, and more.
Of our ablative lasers, NanoLaserPeel has the lightest touch. By targeting just the uppermost layer of your epidermis, it adds a subtle yet beautiful glow to your face. The best part? The NanoLaserPeel requires just a few days of downtime, making it the perfect weekend treatment to prepare you for Monday.
HALO combines the best of ablative and non-ablative lasers into a single treatment. An intense beam of energy creates microchannels in your skin and activates your natural healing processes. Meanwhile, a broader spectrum of light treats discoloration and adds radiance to your complexion. It’s the perfect combination for both comfort and results!
Moxi is the gentlest of our lasers and offers “prejuvenation” to anyone looking to combat early signs of aging and sun damage. Its non-ablative light doesn’t remove any skin cells but instead targets blemishes and areas of discoloration, promoting healthier growth from the inside out. With regular MOXI sessions, you’ll enjoy younger-looking skin for longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Downtime after laser skin resurfacing varies according to the laser used. Some of our stronger lasers, like the Sciton Contour TRL, require several weeks of downtime while your skin heals. With gentler devices, like MOXI or HALO, you may have just a couple of days of downtime.
When you and your provider talk through your options for laser skin treatments in Des Moines, we’ll let you know about how much downtime each option requires.
How soon you’ll see results depends on your specific laser treatment. After laser skin resurfacing, your skin needs time to heal, regrow, and improve. This may take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. Before your treatment, we’ll give you an approximate timeline for your results.
At SOMA, your comfort is second only to your safety. Before starting treatment, we’ll apply a topical numbing agent to your skin to prevent any pain or discomfort. More powerful lasers, like Sciton Contour TRL, may reach deeper beneath your skin’s surface. For these treatments, we’ll also use a nerve block to ensure a pain-free experience.
