Post-pregnancy abdominal skin laxity

Pregnancy is a time when a woman’s body undergoes many changes. Weight gain and rapid weight loss, hormonal changes, and many other factors have a significant impact on the appearance of the body. Many women after pregnancy struggle to return to their previous weight or experience increased hair loss. Another common concern is the abdomen, which in most cases does not return to its pre-pregnancy state. For many women, its new appearance becomes a major source of concern. Instead of developing complexes, however, it is worth looking for a way to address this issue.

Fractional eCO2 laser helps address the most common concerns experienced by new mothers. It reduces excess lax skin and improves its firmness and elasticity. It also helps reduce unsightly stretch marks or scars left after a caesarean section. This method is highly effective mainly because it acts on the underlying cause of these imperfections. During pregnancy, the skin of the abdomen stretches, which causes collagen and elastin fibres to break. In most cases, the natural process of their production is not sufficient to compensate for these losses, which is why the skin’s fibroblasts need additional stimulation. For this purpose, the damaged area is treated with a laser microbeam, which heats the collagen and stimulates its remodelling. This process lasts approximately 3–6 months, during which time the skin gradually improves its structure. The first effects may be noticed as early as 2 months after the procedure. Depending on the condition of the skin and the appearance of the abdomen, 2–4 treatments at intervals of 6–8 weeks are recommended in order to achieve a satisfactory result.

The device uses technology that makes it possible to emit high-energy pulses capable of penetrating deeply into the skin. As a result, the laser can not only improve skin firmness, but also effectively reduce stretch marks, including those that are already scarred and have been present on the skin for a long time. Immediately after the procedure, the skin is red and some discomfort may occur; however, for most patients it is not particularly troublesome. Full healing takes place within 7–10 days, depending on how intensive the treatment parameters were.