Tetra CO2 Coolpeel Laser

• Depending on the size, location and condition of the area to be treated, Tetra CO2 treatment can take as little as 10-15 minutes. However, we ask that you reserve an hour for your appointment as patients have numbing cream applied prior to treatment.

How many treatments will I need?

• The number of treatments you will need depends on your goals, desired outcomes and lifestyle. We will work with you to weigh the aggressiveness of treatment with the downtime associated. Typically, patients receive their desired outcomes in 1-3 treatments. (For the most aggressive Tetra CO2 treatment, results are seen in just one treatment.)

What does the treatment feel like?

• Most patients describe an increased sensation of heat during the treatment. To minimize discomfort, topical anesthetic is applied for one hour prior to the procedure and a cooling agent is used on the treatment area during the procedure. Dr. George may recommend other medications, which you can discuss during your free consultation.

What will happen after the treatment?

• Tetra CO2 and CoolPeel™ work with your body’s natural skin cells, so results typically take one to three weeks to take effect.

How is Tetra CO2 and CoolPeel™ different from other laser skin rejuvenation procedures?

• CO2 lasers are the gold standard in treating wrinkles, age spots, acne scars, and other blemishes as well as tighten skin and balance tone. Damaged skin tissue is removed, or ablated, stimulating new collagen production and heat energy is delivered to tighten the skin. Sounds great but CO2 treatments are often accompanied by considerable downtime and risk while damaged skin heals.Many advances have been made to improve the side effects of CO2 treatments but ONLY the CoolPeel™ can deliver a fractional ablative treatment without the downtime. There is minimal risk of hyperpigmentation, demarcation or induced infection.

How does the CoolPeel™ work?

• A CoolPeel™ laser treatment can only be done using the SmartXide Tetra CO2 laser. The Tetra is the latest, most advanced CO2 laser from DEKA, a global leader in aesthetic technology. Only Tetra can control its output to deliver high energy in extremely short-pulses to deliver impressive superficial, skin resurfacing results without the lingering heat that would traditionally damage the surrounding skin. The lack of unnecessary heat is why we call it cool – get it? – and how you get an immediate aesthetic effect with minimal downtime.

What is the recovery time of CoolPeel™?

• One of the main benefits of a CoolPeel™, is that there is minimal downtime. You should expect to be a little red, as if you have a sunburn, for a day, or two, but nothing should prevent you from returning to your normal daily activities.  Your skin may feel dry and scaly as it heals so it is important to keep the skin hydrated.

How much does Tetra CO2 and CoolPeel™ cost?

• The cost of the treatment depends on the areas being treated and the recommended number of treatments suggested by your provider. Treatment package pricing is also available to offset the total cost with no package commitments. It is best to seek an estimated price from your healthcare provider, since every case is different.

When can I return to my normal skincare routine?

• After your CoolPeel™ treatment, it is important to keep your skin hydrated and there may be certain products you should avoid. Talk to your provider about the best post-treatment care and when you can return to your daily skincare regimen.

How far in between do the Tetra CO2 and CoolPeel™ treatments have to be?

• We recommend 4-6 weeks in between sessions to allow for full healing time, depending on the aggressiveness of the treatment determined by your provider.