For patients seeking dramatic rejuvenation of deep wrinkles, fine lines, and skin texture, the SmartSkin CO2 laser is a powerful solution. Often referred to as the “gold standard” for laser resurfacing, this treatment provides long-lasting results by stimulating collagen, tightening skin, and smoothing fine lines and wrinkles.

Whether you’re looking to reduce the appearance of deep wrinkles, sun damage, or uneven texture, CO2 resurfacing with SmartSkin can help restore skin radiance and improve the overall quality of your skin.

What Is SmartSkin CO2 Resurfacing?

SmartSkin CO2 is a fractional ablative laser that creates precise, microscopic treatment zones in the upper layers of the skin. This controlled resurfacing removes damaged tissue while stimulating the body’s natural healing process to produce new, healthy collagen. The result is smoother, tighter, and more even-toned skin.

Unlike gentler lasers, CO2 resurfacing targets deeper wrinkles and texture concerns, making it ideal for patients who want more dramatic and long-lasting results.

Who Is a Candidate?

SmartSkin CO2 is appropriate for patients who want to:

  • Reduce deep wrinkles and lines around the eyes, mouth, and forehead
  • Smooth uneven skin texture and scarring
  • Improve sun-damaged or aged skin
  • Achieve long-lasting skin rejuvenation
  • Patients cannot be tan, and lighter skin types are the best candidates for the safest outcomes

What to Expect During Treatment

A topical numbing agent is applied prior to treatment for 1 hour. Nerve blocks with injected lidocaine may also be performed to improve your comfort during the procedure. The procedure typically 45 minutes. Patients may feel a warm, tingling sensation during treatment.

Recovery and Results

After treatment, patients can expect:

  • Redness, swelling, open/oozy skin and peeling for 5–10 days; most are in very good shape at 1 week but residual redness may persist for weeks to months after
  • Gradual improvement in texture, tone, and wrinkles over 4–6 weeks
  • Continued enhancement as collagen remodeling progresses over several months
  • Most patients will undergo 1 treatment; for those with deeper rhytides, 2 treatments may be necessary