Skin Resurfacing in Miami, FL

Transform your skin with Skin Resurfacing in Miami, FL. Under Dr. Andres Bustillo’s expert care, bid farewell to wrinkles and scars, unveiling smoother, rejuvenated skin for a more youthful appearance.

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Discover Benefits of Skin Resurfacing

Skin Resurfacing stands as a beacon of hope for those seeking a flawless complexion, offering a solution to a myriad of skin concerns. This advanced technique, designed to rejuvenate and renew, brings forth the promise of radiant, youthful skin. It’s a game-changer for anyone looking to reverse the signs of aging and environmental damage with minimal downtime.

Reduction in Fine Lines and Wrinkles

Turn back time with skin resurfacing. Witness the diminishing of fine lines and wrinkles, revealing a smoother, more youthful you.

Improved Skin Texture and Tone

Unveil a smoother, more even-toned complexion. Skin resurfacing refines your skin’s texture, leaving it silky and luminous.

Scar and Blemish Minimization

Transform your skin by reducing the appearance of scars and blemishes. Embrace clear, confident skin with each treatment.

Skin resurfacing in Miami for wrinkle reduction. — Many skin resurfacing procedures are performed in a surgeon’s office.

The Skin Resurfacing Treatment

While many skin resurfacing procedures are performed in a surgeon’s office, they can also take place in a hospital or an outpatient center. Different types of anesthesia may be used for different types of skin resurfacing procedures, but typically they may include local anesthesia, a freezing agent and/or sedation. More extensive resurfacing through laser surgery may require general anesthesia. Some procedures may require more than one treatment. Chemical peels typically begin by cleaning the skin with a solution then directly applying one of several chemical solutions to the skin. Dermabrasion involves the use of a high speed rotating brush which removed the top layers of skin until the appropriate level is reached. Laser surgery, also referred to as laser skin resurfacing or laser peel, uses a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser which instantly vaporizes the top layer of skin.

Swelling and crusting of the skin is common after treatment, along with redness which typically fades within four weeks. Patients may be required to apply an ointment to the treated area for seven to ten days. Within about one to two weeks after the procedure, the skin will begin to appear pinkish and free of many wrinkles. Patients will need to protect the skin from the sun as it heals, and extreme temperatures and activities which may cause stress to the skin will need to be avoided for a period of time.

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Chemical Peel Cost

The cost of chemical peels can vary depending on the complexity of the procedure and the specific needs of the patient. Typically, the cost of chemical peels with Dr. Bustillo starts at $1,500. This includes pre-procedure consultations, the chemical peel treatment, and post-procedure care. It is important to discuss all potential costs during your consultation to clearly understand the financial commitment involved. Financing options may be available for those who qualify.

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Why Choose plastic surgeon Dr. Bustillo?

Dr. Bustillo is known as a facial aesthetics authority in Miami. He is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years in practice and understands how to bring out the best in his patients. He is known for offering natural-looking results from both surgical and non-invasive procedures, prompting his patients to come back again and again.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor for more than 10 years
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at The New York University
Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Residency at The University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital
General Surgery Internship at The University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital

Skin Resurfacing FAQs

What is skin resurfacing?

Skin resurfacing involves several procedures able to improve the look of facial skin by minimizing the appearance of wrinkles, scars, blemishes, uneven pigmentation, and sun damage. Options for skin resurfacing include chemical peels, dermabrasion and laser surgery. Depending upon the procedure, more than one treatment may be necessary.

What is a chemical peel?

A chemical peel is a procedure able to provide a smoother, more youthful appearance to the facial skin by peeling away the skin’s top layers using a chemical solution. Glycolic acid peels are the mildest form of peel while phenol peels are the deepest or strongest. Trichloroacetic acid, or TCA, peels may be used in a variety of strengths.

What is the recovery like after a chemical peel?

Most patients that undergo a chemical peel are able to return to work about a week after. After the peel, the skin usually sheds five days later, giving way to new, pink skin. The skin will remain pink for about 2 weeks. During this time, topical makeup can be used to conceal the pink skin. It is important to avoid sun for about three months after the peel.

What is dermabrasion?

Dermabrasion is a procedure able to smooth out deeper scars and wrinkles through a method of controlled surgical scraping. This procedure removes the top layer of skin with a high speed rotating brush.

What is the recovery like after dermabrasion?

Dermabrasion is usually performed for upper lip wrinkles and for acne scars. The recovery from dermabrasion is about two weeks. During the first week, the new top layer of skin forms. The skin surface during this time is red which will improve over the following weeks. It will progress to pink and then back to the normal skin color over a month.

What is laser surgery?

Laser surgery, also referred to as laser skin resurfacing and a laser peel, is a procedure which uses a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser device to vaporize the top layer of skin in order to improve the appearance of wrinkles, sun exposure and acne scarring.

How much do chemical peels cost?

The cost of chemical peels typically starts at $1,500, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the patient’s specific needs. Consult with a qualified specialist such as Dr. Andres Bustillo for a customized estimate tailored to your specific situation.

What Skin Resurfacing office is near me?

If you live near Miami, FL, Dr. Andres Bustillo offers Skin Resurfacing among its services and is conveniently located at 6705 Red Rd #602, Miami, FL 33143.

Are there any limitations to what skin resurfacing can achieve?

Skin resurfacing can improve the appearance of the skin, but it cannot produce perfect skin or stop the aging process. In addition, skin resurfacing cannot correct sagging skin which is better treated with other procedures.

Who is the best candidate skin resurfacing?

Individuals who are physically healthy, realistic in their expectations and looking to improve the appearance of the facial skin may be good candidates for skin resurfacing. Skin type and color, ethnic background and age can influence whether or not an individual is an appropriate candidate for skin resurfacing. A qualified plastic surgeon can help you to determine if skin resurfacing is right for you.

What happens during a consultation for skin resurfacing?

During a consultation for skin resurfacing, the surgeon will examine your skin and take a thorough medical history. He or she will discuss your goals and the options available to you. The surgeon will explain the intended procedural technique, the anesthesia options, the facility, the risks, and the costs. Other procedures may be recommended at this time to help you achieve your desired goal. A skin care regimen may also be prescribed prior to treatment.

Where is skin resurfacing performed?

Many skin resurfacing procedures take place in a surgeon’s office, though they can also be performed in an outpatient surgery center or a hospital.

What type of anesthesia is used for skin resurfacing?

A local anesthetic and/or freezing agent may be used for dermabrasion. Phenol and TCA peels typically do not require anesthesia as the chemical solution contains an anesthetic, though sedation may also be used, and glycolic acid peels tend to be mild enough that they do not require anesthesia. Laser surgery is most often performed with local anesthesia and sedation, though more extensive resurfacing may require general anesthesia.

How is the actual skin resurfacing procedure?

For chemical peels, the face if first cleaned with a solution and then one of several chemical solutions is applied directly to the skin. For dermabrasion, a high speed rotating brush is used on the skin, removing the top layers, until the appropriate result is achieved. For laser surgery, a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser is passed over the skin, instantly vaporizing the top layer.

What is the recovery like after skin resurfacing?

A dressing may be applied to the skin immediately after a chemical peel or dermabrasion. It common for the skin to swell and crust after treatment, and redness of the skin can persist for about four weeks. Ointments may need to be applied to the treated area for seven to ten days. The skin will begin to appear pinkish and free of many wrinkles within about one to two weeks after the procedure. Extreme temperatures and activities which may cause stress to the healing skin will need to be avoided for some time. In addition, sun exposure may need to be limited at first and patients will need to use sunblock while the new pigment forms.

Does insurance cover the cost of skin resurfacing?

Skin resurfacing procedures performed for purely cosmetic reasons are typically not covered by insurance, though some degree of coverage may be available for the treatment of major deformities or skin injuries.