A laser peel is a skin resurfacing procedure that removes controlled layers of damaged skin to improve wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, scars, and rough texture. Elite Plastic Surgery uses Contour TRL™ for this laser treatment, and the depth can range from lighter resurfacing to a deeper peel with a longer recovery period.
Elite Plastic Surgery in Grand Rapids, MI, is led by board-certified plastic surgeons Shannon Armstrong, MD, MBA, FACS; William Cullen, MD, FACS; Matthew Martin, MD; and Matthew P. Fahrenkopf, MD. Across the group, their backgrounds include cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, hand and microsurgery, academic teaching, and research.
What Is a Contour TRL Laser Peel?
Contour TRL is Sciton’s tunable erbium resurfacing laser. It removes a selected depth of outer skin, allowing lighter settings for surface texture and pigment concerns or deeper resurfacing for more visible wrinkles and scars. Because the depth can be adjusted, redness, peeling, swelling, and downtime vary.
Laser resurfacing may be considered for deep wrinkles, scars, uneven pigmentation, and rough skin texture. A skin evaluation also helps determine if Contour TRL or another laser at Elite, such as ProFractional™ therapy, makes more sense for your goals and preferred recovery window.
What Happens During a Laser Peel?
Before treatment, we clean your skin and protect your eyes. Numbing depends on the depth selected. Lighter resurfacing can often use topical anesthetic, while deeper treatment may require local anesthetic.
The laser handpiece and scanning system then pass over the targeted area in a controlled pattern. Appointment length varies with the area size and resurfacing depth. Your clinician will review your settings, aftercare, and expected downtime before getting started.
What Is Recovery Like After a Laser Peel?
Redness, swelling, tenderness, and a sunburn-like sensation can occur early in healing. Lighter resurfacing can heal within several days, while deeper Contour TRL treatment needs more downtime. You may receive ointment or skin care instructions to protect the treated skin as it heals.
Avoid direct sun exposure during recovery. Follow the practice’s instructions for cleansing, moisturizers, sunscreen, makeup, and exercise. Skin tone and texture may continue changing over the next few weeks to months.
Why Choose Elite Plastic Surgery for Laser Peel Treatment in Grand Rapids, MI?
Elite Plastic Surgery combines plastic surgery care with several non-surgical laser and skin services. Its four plastic surgeons are board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. They have diverse backgrounds that include cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, hand surgery, and microsurgery, as well as teaching and research.
The practice has several laser and light-based services, including Contour TRL, ProFractional therapy, phototherapy, vascular and redness treatment, and laser hair reduction. That range gives you more than one resurfacing option when skin concerns, treatment depth, and recovery preferences differ from person to person.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Laser Peel Treatments Will I Need?
Some people see improvement after one session, but the number depends on treatment depth, skin condition, and goals. After examining your skin, your clinician can explain whether one visit or a series makes more sense.
Can a Laser Peel Be Combined With Plastic Surgery?
Yes. Laser resurfacing is sometimes paired with facial plastic surgery when both skin quality and structural aging are part of the plan. Timing depends on the operation, laser depth, and healing needs.
How Is Contour TRL Different From ProFractional Therapy?
Contour TRL treats the full selected skin surface, while ProFractional targets microscopic columns and leaves surrounding tissue untouched. Each can be used at different depths, so the better fit depends on your skin concern and preferred downtime.
Talk With Elite Plastic Surgery About Laser Resurfacing
Laser peel settings can range from lighter resurfacing to deeper treatment. For a laser peel in Grand Rapids and Wyoming, MI, call Elite Plastic Surgery at 616-459-1907 or contact us to discuss your skin goals and recovery preferences.
