What is a possible side effect of laser treatment?

Laser treatment can effectively address various skin concerns, but it also carries the risk of potential side effects. Skin irritation or burns can occur because lasers work by delivering concentrated light energy to targeted areas of the skin. This process can sometimes cause temporary skin redness, swelling, or even burns if the laser parameters are not properly calibrated or if the skin type is particularly sensitive.

With laser treatment, the heat generated by the laser can lead to thermal injury to the skin if the energy is excessive or the treatment area is not adequately cooled during the procedure. Proper aftercare is essential to mitigate these side effects and promote healing. While improvements in skin elasticity, pain relief, and pigment uniformity are positive outcomes associated with laser treatments, they do not reflect potential adverse effects in the same way that skin irritation or burns do.