Ablative fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing for improving skin tone and texture. Indicated for treating fine lines, wrinkles (e.g. periorbital and perioral wrinkles), and sun-damaged skin. By precisely vaporizing the epidermis and heating the dermis, the laser triggers collagen remodeling and new skin formation, leading to smoother, tighter skin. This treatment can address uneven pigmentation, age spots, and rough skin texture to rejuvenate the face, neck, chest, and hands.

Fractional laser skin rejuvenation is highly effective for improving the appearance of atrophic scars such as acne scars, chickenpox scars, or surgical scars. The fractional microbeams create controlled injury columns in scar tissue, breaking down old collagen and stimulating fresh collagen/elastin production during healing. Clinical studies and practice have shown significant scar texture improvement and reduced scar depth with fractional CO2 treatments. Multiple sessions (e.g. 2–4 treatments) are typically performed for optimal scar remodeling. The Co2 Laser Fractional Machine’s adjustable energy and pulse settings allow the practitioner to tailor treatments for different scar types and skin types, while minimizing risk of hyperpigmentation in appropriate candidates.

Fractional CO2 laser therapy can also improve striae (stretch marks) by resurfacing the affected skin and stimulating collagen in the dermal tears. Though results vary, many patients see a noticeable reduction in the redness and depth of stretch marks after a series of treatments. The device’s ability to cover large areas (up to 20×20 mm per scan with numerous microspots) allows efficient treatment of stretch marks on the abdomen, thighs, or breasts.

In its cutting (non-fractional) mode, the laser functions as a precise surgical tool for removing benign skin lesions and dermatological minor surgeries. Applications include removal or vaporization of warts, skin tags, seborrheic keratoses, small nevi (moles), and other benign cutaneous lesions. The 10.6 µm CO2 laser energy is readily absorbed by water in tissue, allowing it to vaporize lesions with minimal bleeding and a controlled depth of penetration (with coagulation of small blood vessels). This makes it superior to many electrosurgical or scalpel techniques for certain lesion removals. Soft tissue ablation and coagulation can also be performed in fields like otolaryngology (ENT) and oral surgery using the focused beam handpiece – for example, for excising small polyps or fibromas – though such uses should be performed by specialists in those fields. The machine’s flexible settings (continuous wave or pulsed energy) and included surgical handpieces give it the capability to act as a multi-purpose CO2 surgical laser in addition to its aesthetic uses.

With an appropriate “private” handpiece (available as an option), the fractional CO2 laser technology can be applied to gynecological therapies, such as vaginal rejuvenation and treatment of vulvovaginal atrophy. Health Canada has recognized CO2 laser therapy as a non-surgical treatment option for symptoms of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (vaginal atrophy/dryness) and stress urinary incontinence in women. The Co2 Laser Fractional Machine can deliver controlled fractional laser energy to vaginal tissues to stimulate mucosal rejuvenation, improve lubrication, and tighten the vaginal canal (often referred to as laser vaginal tightening). These procedures should only be done by trained medical professionals (e.g. gynecologists or experienced physicians) using the correct attachments and protocols. The availability of such treatments expands the device’s utility to women’s health, allowing clinics to offer in-demand intimate wellness procedures in a safe, hormone-free manner. (Always ensure to use the specific vaginal treatment accessories and follow approved clinical guidelines for these applications.)

Because this CO2 laser system combines fractional and continuous modes, it has been indicated for use across many medical specialties. Plastic surgeons might use the laser for ablative resurfacing in facelift patients or for scar revision on the body. Dermatologists can treat rhinophyma (bulbous nose) by sculpting tissue with the CO2 beam, or treat precancerous lesions like actinic keratoses. The laser can also be utilized in podiatry (e.g. ablation of stubborn warts), and in dentistry or oral surgery for soft tissue procedures. The CO2 laser machine for clinics is therefore a multi-disciplinary tool – however, each application should be performed within the practitioner’s scope of training, and with the appropriate laser settings and safety measures in place.