At Westover Hills Dermatology in San Antonio, TX, we recognize that healthy, youthful skin is not just about appearance — it’s about your overall well-being. Skin rejuvenation treatments can enhance the look and feel of your skin while improving its resilience and strength. Dr. Opeola brings extensive experience in medical skincare, focusing on restoring the health and vitality of your skin. Opus Plasma offers skin rejuvenation through resurfacing technology. This technique can help reduce signs of aging, improve skin texture, and contribute to healthier, more robust skin.
Exploring the Basics of Skin Resurfacing
What Is Skin Resurfacing?
Skin resurfacing treatments rejuvenate the skin by carefully removing layers of the skin. The process encourages the growth of new skin cells, resulting in a smoother, fresher, and cleaner appearance. Typically, it involves the use of lasers or other technologies to precisely target and treat skin issues without invasive surgery.
What Are the Goals of Skin Resurfacing?
The primary objectives of skin resurfacing are to restore the skin’s surface to a more youthful state and to correct imperfections. This includes reducing the appearance of wrinkles, scars, and sun damage, as well as improving overall skin tone and texture. The treatment enhances the skin’s natural beauty by promoting the development of healthy new skin cells.
Common Skin Concerns Addressed by Resurfacing
Facial skin resurfacing can help diminish fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, age spots, uneven pigmentation, and enlarged pores. By removing the outermost layers of damaged skin, these resurfacing treatments allow for the emergence of clearer, more uniform skin, which contributes to a refreshed and revitalized appearance.
What Is Opus Plasma?
Opus Plasma is recognized as one of the best skin resurfacing treatments available today, using state-of-the-art technology to enhance skin texture and appearance. This system uses fractional plasma technology to deliver controlled energy to the skin, promoting intensive rejuvenation and recovery. It’s designed for those seeking effective results with minimal downtime.
The Science of Plasma Energy
The Opus Plasma treatment uses plasma energy created by ionizing gas particles to form plasma. This energy is then focused on the skin, stimulating collagen production and cellular renewal. The process targets only the intended areas, preserving the surrounding tissues.
How Opus Plasma Differs From Resurfacing Lasers
Unlike traditional lasers, which often use a continuous light beam, Opus Plasma uses a unique fractional technology that creates microchannels in the skin along with dermal coagulation. This method provides a more precise and less invasive skin resurfacing treatment, reducing the thermal impact on the skin and decreasing recovery time.
Some of the Benefits of Opus Plasma Treatments
- Enhanced Precision and Control: With each treatment, it is important to find a balance between effectiveness and safety. Opus Plasma offers unprecedented precision in targeting just the right depth and area of the skin, minimizing the risk of negative effects and allowing the practitioner more control to treat specific concerns.
- Reduced Treatment Time: Opus Plasma makes skin resurfacing much faster and easier. Our patients can expect quicker sessions compared to traditional methods, which means less time in the treatment chair and a faster return to daily activities.
- Versatility for Different Skin Types: The adaptability of resurfacing skin treatments like Opus Plasma allows them to be suitable for a variety of skin types and tones. This versatility allows for more patients to be able to experience the benefits of resurfacing without the same pigmentation concerns.
Opus Plasma Treatment Process
Preparing for Your Treatment
To maximize the effectiveness of your laser skin resurfacing session, it’s important to avoid direct sun exposure and any products that may irritate the skin for a week prior. A clean, hydrated complexion is the best starting point for this treatment.
The Treatment Session
During the treatment, the device glides across the skin emitting radiofrequency and plasma energy. Patients may experience a prickling sensation during the treatment, often accompanied by warmth. Depending on the patient, this can all be comfortably managed with or without a topical anesthetic. Usually, the treatment lasts between 15 and 30 minutes, though this can change based on the treatment area.
Post-Treatment Care
After an Opus Plasma session, patients should focus on gentle skincare. This includes using products that soothe and hydrate without causing irritation. It’s also crucial to avoid sun exposure and apply sunscreen diligently to protect the new skin layers as they heal. Do not pick at any scabs that form, let them naturally flake off.
Expected Results Timeline
Improvements from facial skin resurfacing can often be seen shortly after the treatment, with more significant results appearing as the skin continues to heal and regenerate over several weeks. Optimal outcomes typically develop within three to six months, as collagen production increases and skin texture continues to improve.
Ideal Candidates for Opus Plasma Treatments
Opus Plasma treatments are ideal for individuals seeking to diminish signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin texture, without undergoing invasive procedures. It is particularly effective for those who have mild to moderate skin imperfections that require precision correction. Ideal candidates are generally in good health, know what to expect, and are committed to following pre- and post-treatment care instructions.
Think Opus Plasma May Be Right for You? Schedule a Consultation!
Opus Plasma offers the best skin resurfacing treatment for those looking to enhance their skin’s appearance and health with minimal downtime. At Westover Hills Dermatology in San Antonio, TX, we use this technology to help you achieve smoother, more radiant skin. To learn more or to schedule a consultation, please contact us at (830) 261-3212, or fill out a form directly on our website.
