Skin Tightening One of the newest applications in Laser therapy is the Laser Skin Tightening procedure. The procedure is non-ablative and instead uses light energy to stimulate collagen growth in the skin and cause it to contract and tighten. All patients concerned with loose and sagging skin can benefit from the treatment, regardless of skin color and skin type. The laser light reaches the deep layers of the skin, causing the collagen tissues supporting it to contract and tighten. The effects are long-lasting because the treatment promotes long-term collagen growth. The laser can treat lax and sagging skin on any part of the body, regardless of skin color and skin type. The treatment is safe and non-surgical so there is no down time with little chance of side-effects. Side-effects, if any, are mild and can come in the form of slight redness or swelling that typically resides in a few hours maximum. Along with skin tightening, the procedure also has a positive effect on wrinkles and fine lines. Some patients see results quicker than others with only a few treatments. However, depending on the location of the skin and its laxity, your physician will decide how many treatments are necessary to maximize the benefit of the laser skin tightening procedure on your skin. Your physician will also assess at what frequency you should receive treatment based on your skins medical history. No anesthesia is required, patients experience minimal discomfort and this procedure is usually performed in the comfort of your doctor's office. Typically, you may resume normal activities and return to work immediately after your laser treatment. Should you be interested in this or should you have any other concerns or conditions please contact us and we will direct you to a doctor near you.