Fotona Er:YAG Laser · Sydney

Skin Resurfacing with Er:YAG Laser

Fotona's Er:YAG laser offers a range of precision skin resurfacing options designed to address wrinkles, scarring, uneven texture, and sun-damaged skin. Performed by qualified medical professionals in Sydney.

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About This Treatment

Precision Ablative Skin Resurfacing

Fotona’s Er:YAG (Erbium:YAG) laser operates at a 2940nm wavelength with high affinity for tissue water, enabling precise, controlled ablation of targeted skin layers. This approach is designed to remove damaged or aged surface tissue while stimulating the skin’s natural healing and collagen production. Treatment depth and intensity are tailored to each patient’s skin type and specific concerns. Downtime varies according to the depth of resurfacing performed.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Fotona?

Advanced laser technology designed to deliver targeted, effective results

Precise Ablation

The Er:YAG wavelength's strong affinity for tissue water enables controlled layer-by-layer removal with minimal thermal spread to surrounding tissue.

Collagen Stimulation

The controlled wound healing response is designed to stimulate new collagen and elastin production, improving skin structure over time.

Customisable Treatment Depth

Treatment parameters can be adjusted from superficial resurfacing to deeper ablation, tailored to each patient's concerns and tolerance for downtime.

May Address Multiple Concerns

Designed for wrinkles, acne scars, surgical scars, sun damage, uneven texture, and enlarged pores.

Clinically Studied Technology

Fotona's VSP technology and Er:YAG resurfacing has been the subject of clinical research supporting its use for skin rejuvenation and scar revision.

Supervised by Medical Professionals

All treatment planning and delivery is performed by qualified practitioners who tailor treatment to your individual skin.

How it Works

Fotona's precise laser energy interacts with tissue at a cellular level

01

Ablative Layer Removal

The Er:YAG wavelength is strongly absorbed by water in skin cells, causing precise vaporisation of the targeted tissue layers.

02

Wound Healing Response

The controlled ablation activates the skin's repair cascade, designed to produce new collagen and elastin fibres in the treated area.

04

New Skin Formation

As the treated area heals, new skin forms with potentially improved texture, tone, and firmness compared to the pre-treatment skin.

Skin Concerns

What Can Be Addressed

Fotona's versatile technology is designed for a wide range of concerns

Fine Lines & Wrinkles

Acne Scars

Sun Damage & Photodamage

Surgical & Traumatic Scars

Enlarged Pores

Uneven Skin Texture

Age Spots

Skin Laxity

Before / after

*Individual results vary. This treatment is not suitable for everyone. A consultation with a qualified practitioner is required prior to commencement.

Candidacy

Is This Treatment Right for You?

Suitability is assessed on an individual basis during your consultation. Our qualified practitioners will review your medical history, skin type, and specific concerns to determine whether this treatment may be appropriate for you.

This treatment may be of interest to you if you have concerns including:

  • Moderate to deep facial wrinkles
  • Acne scarring or atrophic scars
  • Sun-damaged or photo-aged skin
  • Uneven skin texture and tone
  • Enlarged pores or rough skin surface
  • Facial scars from surgery or injury
  • Seeking improvement through a clinically supported resurfacing approach

The Treatment Process

Step 1

Consult & Assess

Our practitioners conduct a thorough assessment, discuss your concerns and medical history, and provide you with personalised advice before any treatment proceeds.

Step 2

Personalised Treatment

If suitable, your treatment is performed by a qualified professional using Fotona's precision laser technology. Parameters are tailored to your individual skin type and concerns.

Step 3

Aftercare & Review

You will receive specific aftercare instructions. Follow-up appointments allow our team to monitor your progress and adjust your plan as needed.

⚕ Results Disclaimer: Individual results vary. This treatment is not suitable for everyone. A consultation with a qualified practitioner is required prior to commencement. The information provided on this page is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Downtime depends significantly on the depth of treatment. Superficial resurfacing typically involves 3–5 days of recovery. Deeper treatments may require 7–14 days. Your practitioner will advise based on your personalised plan.
 
 
This depends on your specific concerns and the treatment intensity. Deeper resurfacing may achieve significant improvements in fewer sessions; lighter resurfacing may be performed in a series.
 
 
Topical anaesthetic is applied prior to treatment. Deeper treatments may use local anaesthetic. Your comfort is a priority.
 
 
Post-treatment care instructions will be provided in detail. These typically include keeping skin moisturised, avoiding sun exposure, and applying broad-spectrum SPF50+.
 
The Er:YAG laser can be applied to various body areas with appropriate parameter adjustments. Your practitioner will assess suitability during consultation.

Book a Consultation to Discuss Skin Resurfacing

Book a consultation at one of our Sydney locations. Our practitioners will assess your suitability and answer all your questions.

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Individual results vary. A personalised consultation is required to assess suitability. This is not medical advice.

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