Microneedling RF Skin Resurfacing Santa Monica
Venus Viva is the newest treatment used at Kare Plastic Surgery to invigorate the skin and improve the quality of your complexion. Unlike laser skin resurfacing, Venus Viva uses Nanofractional RF microneedling to treat the underlying deep skin without compromising the integrity of the epidermis. In our Santa Monica plastic surgery office, Venus Viva is used to improve the following skin complexion characteristics:
- Pore Size
- Pigmentation
- Fine Wrinkles
The benefits of Nanofractional RF microneedling are many, including the need for less downtime. Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian can titrate the power delivery and ablative strength of the Venus Viva treatment, thereby improving patient recovery and comfort. Patients received Venus Viva treatments as a non-invasive skin resurfacing treatment to help improve the youthfulness of the skin.
Laser Skin Resurfacing Los Angeles
Improve Skin Complexion with Fractional Laser Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing is an effective way to brighten dull skin, improve tone, and reduce pigmentation caused by sun damage and aging. More intensive treatments such as fractional CO₂ and Erbium lasers work by creating controlled micro-injuries that remove damaged outer layers while stimulating deep collagen remodeling. Fractional CO₂ penetrates more deeply and is ideal for significant discoloration, textural irregularities, and deeper sun damage. Erbium fractional lasers offer similar resurfacing benefits with slightly less heat and a somewhat shorter recovery. Because these treatments are more aggressive, patients can expect several days to one to two weeks of downtime, including redness, peeling, and temporary sensitivity as fresh, healthier skin emerges.
Lighter fractional lasers, such as Clear + Brilliant, provide a gentler approach to improving pigmentation and enhancing radiance. These treatments create microscopic treatment zones that refresh the skin’s surface with minimal disruption. Clear + Brilliant is ideal for early sun damage, mild discoloration, and maintenance treatments. Downtime is significantly shorter—typically mild redness and dryness for a few days—making it a convenient option for patients seeking gradual improvement with little interruption to daily activities.
Call our Santa Monica cosmetic dermatology and plastic surgery center to find out more about Venus Viva and microneedling RF. Our patient care coordinators can help you schedule a consultation to discuss your options.