Forms of Laser Resurfacing

Michele Zormeier, MD, has over two decades of experience in the field of cosmetic surgery. Dr. Michele Zormeier owns and operates the Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center, where she provides a range of treatments that include ActiveFX and DeepFX laser aesthetics.

ActiveFX and DeepFX are both laser resurfacing treatments. Laser resurfacing is a surgical technique that involves the use of concentrated high-energy beams of light to smooth out lines, wrinkles, and scars; remove brown spots and other irregularities associated with aging; and tighten the skin. 

Laser resurfacing, also known as laser vaporization, lasabrasion or laser peel, can be done using a carbon dioxide (CO2) or erbium laser. CO2 laser resurfacing utilizes either a continuous light beam or short pulses of light to remove skin layers. Since layers of skin are removed one after another during CO2 resurfacing, it is referred to as a fractionated method. Alternatively, erbium laser resurfacing has fewer side effects and a shorter recovery time. Your Board Certified plastic surgeon can discuss the treatment option best for you.