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Tetra Deka CO₂ Resurfacing

 

Tetra Deka CO₂ Resurfacing

Advanced Skin Renewal for Deeper Correction

Tetra Deka CO₂ Resurfacing is a more intensive laser treatment designed to improve deeper wrinkles, advanced sun damage, acne scarring, and overall skin quality.

By delivering controlled CO₂ energy to the skin, this treatment promotes significant collagen remodeling and skin renewal—resulting in smoother, firmer, and more refined skin.

A More Advanced Approach to Resurfacing

While lighter resurfacing treatments offer gradual improvement over time, Tetra Deka CO₂ Resurfacing is designed for patients seeking more significant correction in fewer treatments.

This approach allows us to address:

  • Deeper wrinkles
  • More advanced texture concerns
  • Moderate to significant sun damage
  • Acne scarring

in a more comprehensive and efficient way.

What It Treats

  • Moderate to deep wrinkles
  • Acne scars
  • Sun damage and pigmentation
  • Uneven skin texture
  • Skin laxity (mild to moderate)

Benefits

  • More significant improvement in a single treatment
  • Stimulates collagen production and skin renewal
  • Improves texture, tone, and overall skin quality
  • Can reduce the need for multiple lighter treatments
  • Long-lasting results

How It Works

Tetra Deka CO₂ delivers fractional carbon dioxide energy to the skin, creating controlled micro-injuries that trigger the body’s natural healing response.

This process:

  • Removes damaged outer layers of skin
  • Stimulates collagen remodeling
  • Promotes regeneration of healthier skin

Over time, the skin becomes smoother, firmer, and more even in tone.

Treatment Protocol

Unlike lighter resurfacing options, Tetra Deka CO₂ Resurfacing is often performed as a single, more intensive treatment, though some patients may benefit from additional sessions depending on their goals.

Your provider will determine the appropriate approach based on your skin condition and desired outcome.

What to Expect

Treatment is performed in-office with appropriate numbing for comfort.

Downtime is expected and may include:

  • Redness
  • Peeling
  • Swelling

for several days to a week, depending on treatment intensity.

Results develop over the following weeks as the skin heals and collagen production increases.

CoolPeel vs. Tetra Deka CO₂

Both treatments utilize CO₂ technology, but are designed for different goals:

  • CoolPeel CO₂ → lighter resurfacing, minimal downtime, performed as a series
  • Tetra Deka CO₂ Resurfacing → deeper correction, more downtime, often performed as a single treatment

Your provider will recommend the appropriate option based on your skin and goals.

👉 Explore CoolPeel CO₂

A Long-Term Approach

Tetra Deka CO₂ Resurfacing may be incorporated into a broader treatment plan to enhance overall results.

It may be combined with:

  • Skin tightening treatments (link to Everesse Skin Tightening landing page)
  • Biostimulators (link to Biostimulators landing page)
  • Injectables (link to Injectabels landing page)

to create more complete and balanced rejuvenation.

Considering a More Comprehensive Approach?

Many patients benefit from a structured, full-face treatment plan that addresses multiple aspects of aging.

👉 Explore Full Face Rejuvenation Protocol

Begin Your Consultation

The best way to determine if this treatment is right for you is through a personalized consultation.

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