OHI-S CO₂ Laser Resurfacing for Face and Hands 3 lessons 33min

CO₂ laser resurfacing is one of the most powerful tools in aesthetic medicine. Led by Professor Patrick Treacy, a pioneer in aesthetic and regenerative medicine, this course takes you inside real-world protocols of ablative and fractional CO₂ resurfacing. It combines science, safety, and step-by-step clinical application, teaching practitioners how to adapt parameters, control thermal damage, and achieve maximum tightening with minimal downtime across facial, periorbital, and hand treatments.
Learning Objectives

Execute safe, structured anesthesia protocols, including topical and regional nerve blocks.

Manage CO₂ laser machine setup with precise anatomical customization.

Apply advanced layering techniques and pass control to optimize results and minimize complications.

Perform full-face ActiveFX resurfacing confidently.

Master precision periorbital tightening while prioritizing ocular safety and depth control.

Conduct ablative hand rejuvenation by adapting parameters for thin, sensitive skin.

Target Audience
This program is designed for clinical practitioners and aesthetic providers aiming to refine their ablative and fractional CO₂ laser techniques, maximize skin tightening results, and elevate patient safety protocols. Best for Aesthetic Medicine Specialists, Dermatologists, and Plastic Surgeons.
Topics
Lesson 1. CO₂ Laser Resurfacing: Clinical Preparation and Step-by-Step Application

Aesthetic preparation for ActiveFX (CO₂ laser resurfacing)

Application of topical anesthetics

Application of 23% lidocaine with 3.5% tetracaine

Protocols for regional anesthesia:

Infraorbital nerve block

Frontal nerve block

Setup of the CO₂ laser machine for skin resurfacing:

Energy settings and depth control

Fractional vs. fully ablative approaches

Step-by-step video demonstration of CO₂ laser resurfacing application

Lesson 2. CO₂ Laser for the Periorbital Area: Skin Tightening and Resurfacing

Topical anesthetics

Regional nerve blocks (if indicated)

Ocular protection measures

Energy parameters and density selection

Fractional vs. ablative approach

Depth control in thin periorbital skin

Layering technique and passes

Lesson 3. Ablative CO₂ Laser Resurfacing for Hands

Skin type evaluation

Differences between facial and hand skin anatomy

Energy settings and depth control for hands

Fractional vs fully ablative approaches

Adjusting parameters for thin, sensitive skin

Step-by-Step Treatment Technique:

Layering technique and passes

Coverage strategy for dorsal and lateral hand surfaces

Avoiding overlap and minimizing risk of burns