Resurfacing skin with fractional lasers is the best way to remove scars, stretch marks, and skin damage. Non-ablative resurfacing does not destroy but stimulates the deeper layers of the skin to rebuild without damaging the outermost layer of the epidermis. Ablative lasers damage the superficial layer of the skin, stimulating the natural healing process and requiring a longer recovery period.
Non-ablative laser does not destroy the external layers of the skin. The unique system of point heating of the skin causes "focused" action on deeper skin layers (depth of 2.5 mm), precisely where collagen stimulation should occur. The recovery period is minimal.
Ablative fractional laser, unlike non-ablative, acts both inside the skin and on its surface, effectively targeting even very visible and unsightly scars. Ablative fractional laser is significantly stronger and more invasive than non-ablative.
Alma Hybrid OScar laser enables exceptional fractional treatment by combining both technologies. The ablative CO2 laser vaporizes tissue and creates ablative microzones with coagulated edges. The non-ablative laser creates deeply coagulated microthermal zones in the dermis. This combination results in deep tissue regeneration, synthesis of new collagen, remodeling of the extracellular matrix, and scar remodeling along with superficial restoration of skin structure and color. It is the most effective method for treating all types of scars, from acne, through injuries, to surgical scars.
The area where the procedure was performed contains heated points (destroyed collagen) and unheated points. The distance between them ranges from 1 to 2 mm. Fragments of healthy tissue between the damaged points accelerate the regeneration process. This leads to stimulation of new collagen formation at the damaged sites, reducing wrinkles or scars, and tightening the skin.