Reveal smoother, younger, and healthier-looking skin with Contour TRL ( Tunable Resurfacing Laser ), a deep, full-field ablative laser resurfacing treatment that can target deep wrinkles, acne scars, uneven texture, pigmentation, and sun damage. At SpaSurgica, you can treat difficult skin quality concerns with a customized approach that helps you achieve firmer, more youthful-looking results tailored to your unique needs and recovery time.
Correct Advanced Signs of Skin Aging in Kitchener-Waterloo
Contour TRL is a tunable erbium laser resurfacing technology that safely removes layers of damaged skin at precisely controlled depths. By vaporizing targeted layers of tissue, it stimulates a wound-healing response that creates collagen regeneration and reorganization. This cellular remodeling process improves the skin’s structural network, including firmness, texture, and elasticity. Because the laser energy is absorbed efficiently without excessive heat, Contour TRL can treat fine lines, deep wrinkles, scars, pigment, and sun damage with remarkable accuracy, restoring healthier, more radiant skin.
What Problems Does Contour TRL Address?
- Deep and superficial static facial wrinkles and lines
- Acne scars and uneven skin texture
- Sun damage and pigmentation irregularities/age spots
- Loose or crepey skin caused by aging
- Rough, dull, or uneven skin tone
- Scarring from previous injuries or procedures
Why Is Contour TRL So Effective?
Contour TRL delivers exceptional results because it allows us to precisely control how deeply the laser penetrates the skin. This tunable approach targets damaged tissue at the precise level where structural changes occur, stimulating collagen remodeling and new cell formation. Unlike lighter resurfacing treatments, it can safely address deeper concerns such as etched wrinkles, scars, and severe sun damage. By promoting intensive regeneration from within, Contour TRL produces smoother, firmer, and noticeably younger-looking skin. After healing, the face will have a layer of newly regenerated skin.
How Contour TRL Is Administered
This procedure is generally performed under general anesthesia in our fully accredited operating room at SpaSurgica. Your Plastic surgeon then guides the Contour TRL handpiece across targeted facial areas, delivering controlled laser energy that removes precise layers of aged and/or damaged skin. The treatment depth is customized based on your skin requirements and concerns.
Recovery & Results From Contour TRL
After treatment, you can expect a full face partial thickness wound, which may have redness, swelling, and a sunburn-like sensation for several days. Most patients experience skin healing between days seven to twelve as new, healthier skin emerges.
You should be able to resume normal activities within 10 -12 days, depending on treatment depth. Improvements in texture, tone, and firmness become noticeable within a few weeks, with collagen remodeling continuing for up to six months.
Contour TRL FAQs
Is Contour TRL Safe for All Skin Types?
Contour TRL is highly customizable, but deeper resurfacing is best suited for lighter skin tones. If you have a darker complexion, your practitioner may recommend a modified approach or alternative treatments to reduce the risk of pigmentation changes.
How Long Does a Treatment Take?
Most sessions take approximately 60 minutes, depending on the area size and the depth of resurfacing required. Your provider will give you a more accurate estimate during your consultation.
Will the Procedure Hurt?
Because the procedure is performed under a general anesthetic, there is no pain associated with the procedure. Most people describe a burning discomfort for approximately 24 – 48 hr after the procedure that is manageable with oral analgesics.
Can You Wear Makeup After Treatment?
You should avoid makeup until the skin has fully healed, typically after 10 to 12 days. This should be considered the typical length of social recovery time. Once cleared by your provider, mineral-based makeup is often recommended initially.
How Many Treatments Will You Need?
Most patients achieve significant improvement after just one session, especially with deeper resurfacing. Your provider will recommend a plan tailored to your goals.
Are the Results Permanent?
While Contour TRL does not stop the aging process, the collagen remodeling it stimulates creates long-lasting improvements and essentially sets the aging clock back. With proper skincare, avoidance of smoking, and sun protection, results can last for years to decades. Alternative maintenance or complementary procedures/treatments may prolong your results.
Schedule Your Consultation in Kitchener-Waterloo
SpaSurgica is a physician-led plastic surgery practice where your skin and aesthetic goals are guided by the expertise of Dr. Elmaraghy, our fellowship-trained plastic surgeon with 25+ years of experience. With specialized aesthetic fellowship training from Georgetown University and a commitment to customized treatment planning, he ensures every Contour TRL procedure is tailored to your unique needs. If you’re ready to address deep wrinkles, pigmentation, scars, or sun damage, schedule your consultation for Contour TRL in Kitchener-Waterloo today.
