What is an ablative laser?

An ablative laser removes the think epidermal or outer layer of skin while heating the secondary or dermal layer. In turn, the process stimulates the growth of collagen. As the outer layer, or epidermis, heals, it starts to look tighter and smoother. Types of ablative lasers include the CO2 laser, the erbium laser, or a combination to these two therapies. Because the skin must heal after the laser is used, an ablative laser is known as a “wounding” laser.