Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing (Youlaser MT)

This is a fractional laser resurfacing treatment on the Quanta System Youlaser MT, a device that fires two wavelengths at once — a non-ablative 1540 nm beam that builds collagen deep in the skin and an ablative 10600 nm CO2 beam that renews the surface. At DermaConcept it is used to soften acne and other scars, reduce wrinkles and sun damage, refine enlarged pores and tighten skin. Working in fractional micro-zones lets the skin heal faster than full-field resurfacing, and several sessions usually give the best result.

Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing at DermaConcept is performed on the Quanta System Youlaser MT, a laser that is unusual in delivering two wavelengths to the skin simultaneously. The 1540 nm wavelength is non-ablative and penetrates more deeply to heat the dermis and stimulate new collagen, which is especially useful for remodelling scar tissue and firming the skin. The 10600 nm CO2 wavelength is ablative and works at the surface, precisely vaporising microscopic columns of old, damaged skin so that fresh epidermis regenerates in their place — improving pigmentation, fine lines and texture. Because the energy is delivered in a fractional pattern of tiny treatment zones surrounded by untreated skin, healing is faster and downtime shorter than with traditional whole-surface resurfacing. The treatment is used for atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars and other scar types, post-inflammatory pigmentation, enlarged pores, wrinkles, sun damage and general skin tightening, on the face as well as the neck, décolletage and backs of the hands. A session begins with cleansing and topical numbing; the practitioner then passes the handpiece over the area, with settings matched to the depth and type of concern. Afterward the skin feels hot, like sunburn, and looks red and slightly swollen, often with a fine sandpaper texture or tiny dark spots for several days as the surface renews; diligent moisturising and strict sun protection support healing. Collagen continues to remodel for weeks and months, so results build over time and a course of sessions is typically needed for scarring and more significant texture change. Resurfacing is not suitable over active infection, on recently tanned skin or during pregnancy, and the doctor confirms the right settings for your skin type at consultation.