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Laser Treatment

What is Laser Resurfacing for Skin?

LaseMD Ultra™ is a non‑ablative fractional laser that refreshes skin tone and texture by creating thousands of microscopic columns of controlled heat in the skin. This stimulates renewal and collagen remodelling while leaving the surface largely intact—so recovery is quick and makeup can return soon after redness settles.

It’s ideal if you’re looking to fade sun spots and pigmentation, soften fine lines, revive radiance, or support treatment of actinic keratoses.

Skin Boosters and Laser Resurfacing (why we pair them)

skincare serum

Ultra’s micro-columns create small channels. These channels help targeted creams and lotions penetrate deeper into the skin. This allows the products to work more effectively.

We often combine treatments with special ampoules or serums. For example, we use vitamin C, resveratrol, vitamin A, and tranexamic acid. These help with pigment control and skin rejuvenation.

How It Works

What to Expect

Consultation & prep: We will confirm your goals, skin type (Fitzpatrick), and medical history. You will receive pre-treatment instructions, such as avoiding the sun and pausing active products.
During treatment: You’ll feel a warm, tingling heat as we glide the handpiece. For deeper settings, numbing cream is applied. Laser time is typically 10–20 minutes depending on area.
Recovery: You may notice mild redness that should calm down within 1 to 2 days. After that, expect a dry “sandpapery” texture for about 5 to 6 days as tiny debris sheds. These are normal signs of renewal.
Results: Early brightening often appears in 1 to 2 weeks. You can expect continued improvement in texture and fine lines over 1 to 3 months as collagen remodels

A Note on Long‑term Skin Health

Recent studies show that non-ablative fractional lasers (NAFL) may help improve sun-damaged skin. They can reduce actinic damage and lower the risk of future skin cancers. This happens by enhancing cellular repair, remodeling collagen, and decreasing actinic keratoses.

While promising, these studies did not test Ultra specifically; we’ll discuss what this evidence means for you.

What Areas Can Be Treated?

Benign Pigmentation

Age spots, overall skin revitalization (tone/texture/fine lines)

Sun Damage

Sun damage, freckles and overall skin dullness

Melasma

Melasma - carefully and with the right pre/post routine

Acne

For active acne, or certain types of acne scarring, we may pair Ultra with other technologies (e.g., Healite II, or medical skincare. Your plan is tailored to your skin.

Pre-cancerous Lesions

Actinic keratosis (precancerous lesions)

Skin Rejuvenation

Improved texture, fine lines and radiance

Before / After

You’ll see early brightening within 1–2 weeks; collagen remodeling continues 1–3 months. Best outcomes usually come from a series of treatments; results vary. Image below is after only one session to treat pigmentation.

We capture standardised before‑and‑after photos to track progress; brochure examples show results after two treatments (individual results differ).

Before

After

Treatment Summary

Treatment time

10–20 minutes

Duration of results

12 months

Discomfort level

Warm, tingling heat

Anaesthetic

Topical numbing cream is used for deeper passes

Down time

Mild redness for 1–2 days, then a dry “sandpapery” feel for ~5–6 days as the skin renews

Skin types

Fitzpatrick I–VI

Appointments

3

Starting cost

$595.00 CAD

Merrion Medical Aesthetics Oakville Founder

Dr. Kate Healy

“My aim is to deliver natural‑looking, healthy skin with minimal downtime. Laser treatment lets me personalize settings for your skin type and pair the laser resurfacing with science‑backed serums, so you get both immediate glow and long‑term skin health.”

Frequently Asked Questions

By Dr. Kate Healy, MD — Medical Director, Merrion Medical Aesthetics (Oakville).
Editorial transparency: content reflects Dr. Kate Healy’s medical practice and current aesthetics guidelines. For personalized advice, book a consult.

Does laser treatment hurt?

Most people describe mild–moderate heat/tingling; for deeper settings we apply topical numbing 30–45 minutes beforehand.

How long does the appointment take?

Please allow ~60 minutes for consultation, photos and numbing; laser time is commonly 10–20 minutes depending on area.

How many sessions will I need?

We typically recommend a series of three for best results; some concerns benefit from additional sessions, then maintenance.

Is there downtime?

Mild redness for a day or two, then sandpapery dryness for ~5–6 days as the skin renews. Many patients resume normal activities right away.

When will I see results?

Brightening/clarity often show within 1–2 weeks; texture and fine lines keep improving for 1–3 months as collagen remodels.

Is it safe for my skin tone?

We safely treat a wide range of skin types using Fitzpatrick‑guided protocols and careful pre/post care; specific indications vary by skin type and concern.

Who should not have Ultra?

Those who are pregnant, have implantable cardiac devices, a history of gold therapy, or are currently using photosensitizing medications should avoid treatment; we’ll review all risks and alternatives with you and provide a consent form.

What our patients are saying

Ultra is indicated for coagulation of soft tissue, treatment of actinic keratosis, and superficial benign pigmented lesions; it is additionally indicated for AK (FST I–III), macular seborrheic keratoses (FST I–III), melasma (FST II–IV), skin rejuvenation (FST I–IV), and PIH (FST IV). Treatments and parameters are determined by your clinician after medical assessment.

References available in‑clinic, including our patient consent, pre‑/post‑care guides, and the NAFL evidence summary we review when planning care.