Laser Stretch
Mark Removal

Stretch marks, or striae, are common skin issues resulting from rapid skin stretching, often due to pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or growth spurts. Although they’re harmless, many people seek treatments to reduce their appearance and improve skin texture. Using a combination of Morpheus8 Body and CO2 fractional laser is an advanced approach that leverages the benefits of both technologies to deliver more comprehensive results for stretch mark reduction. 

Morpheus8 Body is a leading-edge, non-surgical treatment that combines microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy to stimulate the skin’s natural healing and rejuvenation process. This dual-action treatment targets both the surface and deeper layers of the skin, encouraging collagen and elastin production, which are essential proteins for improving skin elasticity and firmness. 

The CO2 fractional laser is a powerful skin resurfacing treatment that uses a carbon dioxide laser to create tiny, controlled columns of thermal injury in the skin. This process removes damaged outer skin layers while triggering collagen regeneration in the deeper layers. It’s highly effective for improving skin texture, including the appearance of stretch marks. 

When used together, Morpheus8 Body and CO2 fractional laser offer a synergistic approach to stretch mark removal. Each treatment targets different aspects of the skin, providing comprehensive results: 

1. Morpheus8 Body addresses both skin tightening and collagen production at deeper levels. The radiofrequency energy penetrates the skin to stimulate the restructuring of collagen fibers, helping to tighten loose skin around the stretch marks. Microneedling creates micro-injuries that also promote skin healing and rejuvenation. 
2. CO2 Fractional Laser focuses on resurfacing the outer skin layers, reducing the visibility of stretch marks by removing damaged tissue and encouraging the growth of fresh, new skin. The fractional nature of the CO2 laser creates tiny micro-columns of laser-treated areas while leaving surrounding skin intact, speeding up the healing process and minimizing downtime. 

• Consultation: A thorough skin assessment is conducted to determine the type, location, and severity of stretch marks, as well as the patient’s skin type. Based on this assessment, a personalized treatment plan is developed using both Morpheus8 Body and the CO2 fractional laser. 
• First Step – Morpheus8 Body Treatment:
  • Preparation: A topical numbing cream is applied to the treatment area to minimize discomfort. 
  • Procedure: The Morpheus8 device uses microneedles to create controlled micro-injuries while delivering RF energy deep into the skin layers. This process stimulates collagen production and improves skin texture and elasticity around the stretch marks. 
  • Effect: This treatment addresses deeper skin layers, encouraging long-term collagen remodeling to smooth and tighten the skin. 
• Second Step – CO2 Fractional Laser Treatment:
  • Preparation: After the Morpheus8 treatment, the CO2 fractional laser is applied to the surface of the skin. 
  • Procedure: The laser emits short, concentrated beams of light that create tiny columns of treated skin, removing the outer layers affected by stretch marks while also stimulating collagen production in the underlying skin. This process resurfaces the skin, diminishing the appearance of stretch marks over time. 
  • Effect: The CO2 fractional laser addresses surface-level skin texture by removing damaged skin, reducing the depth and visibility of stretch marks. 
• Post-Care: After the combination treatment, patients may experience redness, swelling, and mild discomfort. However, these side effects typically resolve within a few days. Recovery time varies depending on the intensity of the CO2 laser treatment, but generally, patients can return to normal activities within a week. 

• Comprehensive Approach: By combining Morpheus8’s deep collagen stimulation with the resurfacing power of the CO2 laser, this dual-treatment approach provides more dramatic and comprehensive results than either treatment alone. 
• Collagen Stimulation at Multiple Layers: Morpheus8 works on the deeper layers of the skin, while the CO2 fractional laser focuses on resurfacing the outer layers. Together, they stimulate collagen production at different levels, addressing stretch marks from multiple angles. 
• Skin Tightening and Resurfacing: Morpheus8 Body’s radiofrequency energy helps tighten loose skin, while the CO2 laser improves skin texture by removing damaged surface skin, making stretch marks less visible. 
• Customizable Treatment: The intensity of both the Morpheus8 and CO2 laser treatments can be adjusted based on the patient’s skin type, severity of stretch marks, and treatment goals, providing a highly personalized approach. 
• Long-Lasting Results: The combined effect of both treatments promotes long-lasting collagen regeneration, meaning improvements continue over time as new collagen forms and the skin heals. 

• Downtime: Downtime varies depending on the intensity of the treatment, but with a combined approach, most patients experience 5-7 days of healing, during which the skin may appear red, swollen, or scabby. 

• Results Timeline: Improvements from the Morpheus8 Body and CO2 fractional laser treatments become more noticeable as the skin heals and new collagen forms. Results can be seen over several weeks, with continued improvements up to three months post-treatment. 

• Maintenance: While long-lasting, maintenance treatments may be recommended for optimal results, depending on skin type and lifestyle factors. 

If you’re looking for a powerful solution to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, improve skin texture, and tighten loose skin, the combination of Morpheus8 Body and CO2 fractional laser may be ideal. Consulting with a licensed medical professional can help determine whether this dual approach is suitable for your skin type and stretch mark severity.