Are you looking to achieve visible results for your stubborn acne scars? Or are you looking at a laser to reset some of that photodamage on your skin? Or perhaps you are looking for something effective and longer-lasting for your pores, uneven skin texture, pigmentation and fine lines but don’t mind a minimal downtime. The Deka Smartxide laser may be a treatment option for you.
The Deka Smartxide CO2 Laser is an advanced fractional CO2 laser produced by Deka (Italy). The treatment has two modes: fractional and fully ablative. The fully ablative mode can precisely target laser energy to unwanted skin growths such as syringomas, sebaceous hyperplasias, seborrhoeic keratoses, and viral warts.
Fractional CO2 laser technology, on the other hand, creates small channels of microscopic treatment zones (MTZs) in the skin surface, stimulating collagen production & skin renewal, tightening and collagen remodelling. In this fractionated mode, we typically treat between 4-10% of the overall skin texture treatment area, leaving the surrounding skin intact to speed up recovery and minimise complications in Asian skin types. This allows us to effectively treat acne scars and post-surgical scars, minimise the appearance of pores, improve uneven skin tone, fine lines and deep wrinkles on the face, especially periorbitally or periorally.
The Deka Smartxide fractional CO2 Laser is unique in its ability to customise treatment settings to each individual’s specific type of skin concerns. Its versatility allows us to successfully treat darker skin phototypes while minimising the side effects of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and prolonged downtimes. Within the fractionated mode, there are three other types of pulses—HP, DP, and SP—allowing us to further customise the settings to the outcomes that you desire.
In addition, the SmartXide platform is designed with safety features to minimise the risk of adverse effects while maximising treatment efficacy. These include built-in cooling mechanisms to protect the skin from laser energy and ensure comfort during treatment.
Fractional mode:
Fully ablative mode:
| Treatment / Service | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fractional CO₂ Laser (Deka Smartxide) | $700 | Standard session price for fractional CO₂ skin resurfacing using Deka Smartxide technology. |
| Consultation (First Visit) | $160 | Optional, recommended before treatment to assess skin condition. |
| Follow-Up Consultation | $130 | For returning patients after initial visit. |
Immediately after treatment, the skin will feel hot, and there will be associated redness and swelling. A calming mask is applied after the procedure to relieve these symptoms.
The skin will be slightly red for the first few days, with minor swelling and discomfort. During this period, it is important to minimise direct sun exposure and moisturise/perform cold compresses frequently. Wear sunscreen with a high SPF and protective clothing while outdoors.
After three days, the microscabbing on the face will become more apparent, but the redness and swelling will subside. Depending on the treatment settings, these scabs will take between 3 and 10 days to fall off and growth new, healthy skin cells.
One week after the CO2 laser, the skin often feels smoother and looks brighter. Subsequently, you can expect a further gradual improvement in the skin's texture and appearance, mainly in the form of improvement in fine lines, pores, and wrinkles. The specific results will depend on several factors, including the condition being treated, the treatment parameters, your skin type, and your body's natural skin healing response.
Treatment various skin concerns with the Dexa Smartxide CO2 Laser can result in the following results:
While some improvement of skin concerns may be visible immediately after treatment, the full results typically develop gradually over several weeks to months as the skin continues to heal and regenerate.
The number of Deka Smartxide CO2 Laser sessions required varies depending on your skin condition, goals, and how your skin responds to treatment. On average, two to six sessions are recommended to achieve the best results. These sessions can be spaced out to suit your schedule, as sun avoidance after CO2 laser is imperative. During the initial consultation, a tailored treatment plan will be developed to meet each patient's unique needs.
Does CO2 Laser Remove Scars Permanently?
While it significantly reduces the visibility of any scars like acne scars, the fractional CO2 laser cannot remove scars entirely. However, improvements are long-lasting, and results are better when combined with other treatment modalities, such as radiofrequency microneedling, polynucleotide injections, TCA cross, and picosecond lasers.
Is one session of CO2 Laser enough?
For some, a single session can provide significant improvement of skin concerns, but multiple sessions are often recommended for optimal results. It also depends on the severity of the skin condition and your expectations.
How painful is the CO2 Laser treatment?
Patients may experience mild discomfort. Topical anaesthetics (numbing cream) are commonly used to minimise pain during the procedure. We also utilise Zimmer cooling to maximise comfort levels during treatment.
Can I apply moisturiser and makeup after the CO2 Laser treatment?
Yes, moisturising is essential post-treatment to moisten the scabs. Light makeup can be applied the next day. One should avoid applying retinol, retinoids, vitamin C, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and mandelic acid to the face until all the scabs drop off and the skin is fully healed.
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