
Laser resurfacing can take from 30 minutes to more than an hour, depending on the size of the area being treated. Exactly how many treatments will be needed depends on the type of laser as well as the specific skin condition being treated.At the beginning of the procedure, your face is scrubbed with an antibacterial solution to remove surface bacteria. Most laser resurfacing procedures are performed under light sleep sedation, where you are awake but not fully aware. Some less invasive and extensive laser procedures may only require topical anesthesia. General anesthesia may be recommended if a large area is being treated.The laser is a big machine, but the light beam is passed down through a hand-held wand or paddle. Your surgeon passes the...