Stretch marks are a part of life for many people, whether from pregnancy, weight changes, or growth spurts. While completely normal, they can make you feel self-conscious, especially when they don’t fade as much as you’d like. ResurFX is a laser treatment that helps soften the look of stretch marks by stimulating collagen production.
In San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Vivian Bucay and her team at Bucay Center for Dermatology & Aesthetics have helped many patients feel beautiful in their skin with ResurFX. If you’ve been wondering how to improve the look of your stretch marks without surgery, here’s what you can expect from the process.
How ResurFX Treats Stretch Marks
ResurFX is a fractional laser that delivers heat energy to the skin to trigger new collagen production. Traditional ablative lasers remove layers of skin, but ResurFX targets only the affected areas so it keeps the surrounding tissue intact. This makes the treatment safer for all skin types and reduces recovery time.
The laser gradually fades stretch marks by improving skin texture, reducing discoloration, and tightening the treated area. Since collagen builds over time, results become more noticeable in the weeks and months following treatment.
What to Expect During Treatment
Each ResurFX session takes 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the size of the treatment area. During the procedure, your provider moves a handheld laser device over the skin, delivering controlled pulses of energy to the stretch marks. Many patients describe the sensation as a warm, tingling feeling, but we can use numbing cream to keep you comfortable.
Since collagen production happens gradually, you’ll have multiple sessions that build on each other to improve skin texture and tone. Most patients schedule three to five treatments spaced four to six weeks apart. Each session helps your skin renew itself so your stretch marks become less visible over time.
Recovery and Results
After treatment, the skin may look red or slightly swollen. This usually fades within a few days. Since ResurFX is a non-ablative laser, there’s no significant downtime, and most people return to their usual activities immediately.
Results develop gradually as the skin continues producing collagen. Over time, your stretch marks will blend in more naturally with your surrounding skin.
Let’s Talk About Your Options
ResurFX treatments work with your skin to boost collagen and fade stretch marks over time. If you’re curious about what this treatment can do for you, call La Casita at 210-692-3000 or Sonterra/Stone Oak at 210-370-9995 to book a consultation.