Tetra CO2 Laser Treatments    

The Tetra PRO CO2 laser treatment is an advanced skin resurfacing procedure that uses carbon dioxide laser technology to target and treat various skin concerns, including wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, and acne scars.

This CO2 laser stimulates collagen production and promotes natural skin regeneration for a smoother, more youthful appearance.

The Tetra PRO CO2 laser delivers controlled laser energy to the superficial and deeper layers of your skin. This energy creates micro-injuries that trigger your body’s natural healing response, stimulating collagen production and promoting the growth of new, healthy skin cells.

If you want to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, sun damage, acne scars, and other skin imperfections, you may be an ideal candidate for the Tetra PRO CO2 treatment.

A consultation with Dr. Willis will help determine if this treatment is right for you based on your skin type and specific concerns.

The procedure typically begins with applying a topical anesthetic to ensure comfort. The laser is then used to treat the targeted areas, which may cause a sensation of heat or tingling. The duration of the treatment depends on the size and number of areas being treated.

Recovery time varies depending on the intensity of the treatment. Generally, you can expect some redness, swelling, and peeling for a few days to a week. Most individuals can return to normal activities within a week, with full recovery and optimal results visible after several weeks.

Common side effects include temporary redness, swelling, and peeling. These effects are usually mild and subside within a few days to a week. Our specialists will provide detailed aftercare instructions to help you manage these symptoms and ensure a smooth recovery.

The number of treatments required depends on your skin condition and desired results. Some patients achieve their goals with a single session, while others may benefit from a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart.

Dr. Willis will create a personalized treatment plan during your consultation.

The Tetra PRO CO2 treatment results can be long-lasting, especially with proper skin care and sun protection. Collagen production continues to improve over time, leading to sustained skin texture and appearance improvements.

Dr. Willis may recommend maintenance treatments to preserve and enhance results.

CoolPeel is a CO2 laser treatment delivered through the Tetra PRO platform. It resurfaces the surface layer of skin in short cool pulses, so you get the brightening and smoothing benefits of CO2 laser resurfacing with minimal heat and minimal downtime.

Both use the same Tetra PRO CO2 laser. A deep CO2 treatment reaches further to correct more advanced aging, texture and sun damage, and it needs more recovery time. CoolPeel stays at the surface for a lighter refresh with little to no downtime. Dr. Willis usually recommends deep CO2 about once a year and CoolPeel every six to eight weeks for maintenance.

Very little. Most patients have mild redness for a day or two, similar to a light sunburn, then return to their routine. That is why CoolPeel is a popular CO2 laser option for busy St. Louis patients.

CoolPeel suits most skin types and is a good fit if you want to soften fine lines, dullness, enlarged pores or early sun damage without a long recovery. A consultation with Dr. Willis confirms the right CO2 laser approach for your skin.