When creams and serums are no longer giving your skin the smoother, brighter look you want, laser resurfacing may be the next step. At Dr. Marta Recasens’ MediSpa in Glendale, Dr. Recasens offers SmartSkin+™ fractional CO₂ laser resurfacing to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, age spots, rough texture, and enlarged pores. With over 37 years of medical experience, she creates a personalized treatment plan focused on natural-looking skin renewal.

Book your free consultation online to find out if SmartSkin+ is right for your skin.

What Is SmartSkin+ Laser Skin Resurfacing?

SmartSkin+ laser skin resurfacing is a fractional CO₂ laser treatment designed to renew the skin’s surface and improve visible signs of aging and damage. It works by delivering focused laser energy into tiny treatment zones, leaving surrounding skin intact to support the healing process.

For patients searching for an anti-aging laser treatment in Glendale, SmartSkin+ may help improve the look of fine lines, deep wrinkles, sun damage, age spots, acne scars, rough texture, and large pores. Because it is customizable, Dr. Recasens can adjust the treatment plan based on your skin concerns, comfort level, and downtime preferences.

This treatment is often considered by patients who want stronger resurfacing than a facial or light peel can provide. It may be a helpful option for someone researching the best laser for acne scars and wrinkles, laser for sun damage and age spots, or laser skin resurfacing for large pores.

At Dr. Marta Recasens’ MediSpa, SmartSkin+ is always approached with medical judgment. Dr. Recasens evaluates your skin type, pigmentation risk, healing history, wrinkle depth, scarring pattern, and goals before recommending treatment.

How SmartSkin+ Laser Resurfacing Works

Consultation and Skin Evaluation
Your visit begins with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Recasens. She examines your skin texture, wrinkles, sun damage, acne scarring, pore size, and sensitivity before deciding whether SmartSkin+ is appropriate.
Customized Treatment Settings
SmartSkin+ treatment can be adjusted depending on how aggressive or gentle your plan should be. Some patients may benefit from a deeper treatment with more recovery, while others may choose a lighter series.
Fractional CO₂ Laser Energy
The SmartSkin+ laser creates tiny treatment zones in the skin. This helps remove damaged surface cells while encouraging new skin renewal.
Natural Healing Response
As the skin heals, it may look smoother, brighter, and more even in tone. Collagen remodeling may also help soften the appearance of wrinkles and acne scars over time.
Gradual Improvement
Results develop as the skin recovers. Dr. Recasens will explain what to expect based on your treatment intensity and skin condition.

What to Expect: Before, During & After

Before

Before SmartSkin+ treatment, Dr. Recasens will review your medical history, skincare routine, sun exposure, history of cold sores, prior laser treatments, and any pigmentation concerns. You may be asked to avoid tanning, direct sun exposure, harsh exfoliants, retinoids, or irritating skincare products before treatment.

If you are planning a deeper resurfacing session, Dr. Recasens will explain preparation and recovery carefully so you know what to expect.

During

Your skin is cleansed, and comfort measures may be used based on your treatment plan. Protective eyewear is provided. During treatment, the laser is passed over the skin in a controlled pattern.

You may feel warmth, heat, or a snapping sensation. Full-face SmartSkin+ treatments are listed on the current page as typically taking about 15–30 minutes, though appointment length may vary based on the area treated and the level of resurfacing chosen.

After

After treatment, the skin may feel warm, tight, or sunburned. Mild swelling, redness, flaking, peeling, or sensitivity may occur. A deeper treatment may involve more visible peeling and downtime than a lighter resurfacing session.

Dr. Recasens will give you aftercare instructions, including gentle skincare and sun protection. Individual results may vary.

Benefits of SmartSkin+ at Dr. Marta Recasens’ MediSpa

Helps improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
May soften deeper wrinkles with a customized resurfacing plan
Supports smoother-looking skin texture
Can improve the look of sun damage and age spots
May reduce the appearance of acne scars
Can help refine the look of enlarged pores
Customizable treatment intensity based on your goals
Physician-led care from Dr. Marta Recasens, M.D., Q.M.E.
Convenient laser resurfacing option in Glendale near Pasadena, Burbank, and Los Angeles

Ready to explore skin resurfacing without guessing which treatment is right? Book your free consultation online.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may be a good candidate for SmartSkin+ if you are bothered by wrinkles, acne scars, rough texture, enlarged pores, sun damage, age spots, or dull-looking skin. Many patients consider this treatment when lighter skincare treatments are no longer creating the visible improvement they want.

SmartSkin+ may be especially appropriate for patients looking for a deep wrinkle laser treatment or a stronger resurfacing option for texture and tone concerns. It may also be considered for patients comparing CO₂ laser before and after results and wanting to understand what is realistic for their own skin.

This treatment may not be suitable for everyone. Patients with recent tanning, active infection, certain skin conditions, a history of abnormal scarring, pregnancy, or higher pigmentation risk should be evaluated carefully. Dr. Recasens will determine whether SmartSkin+, PicoSure, chemical peels, acne scarring treatment, or another option is safer and better suited to your goals.

Why Choose Dr. Marta Recasens?

Laser resurfacing is a powerful treatment, so experience and judgment matter. The best result depends on choosing the right settings, the right depth, and the right recovery plan for your skin.

Dr. Marta Recasens is a board-certified physician, M.D., Q.M.E., and fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon with over 37 years of medical experience. Her physician-led approach helps patients feel informed, comfortable, and realistic about what treatment can achieve.

At Dr. Marta Recasens’ MediSpa, your plan is personalized instead of rushed. Dr. Recasens evaluates your skin, explains your options, and recommends SmartSkin+ only when it fits your concerns and healing profile. The practice is located at 1111 North Brand Blvd, Suite 320, Glendale, CA 91202, serving patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, and the greater Los Angeles area.

Results: What You Can Expect

SmartSkin+ results appear as the skin heals and renews. Some patients notice smoother, fresher-looking skin after recovery, while collagen-related improvement may continue to develop gradually.

Patients often search for CO₂ laser before and after photos because they want to understand how much change is possible. SmartSkin+ may improve the appearance of wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, age spots, large pores, and uneven texture, but results depend on your skin condition, treatment intensity, and healing response.

For some patients, one stronger treatment may be recommended. Others may choose a series of lighter treatments with less downtime. Individual results may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does SmartSkin+ laser resurfacing treat?

SmartSkin+ may help improve fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, age spots, enlarged pores, rough texture, and dull-looking skin. Dr. Recasens will evaluate your skin to determine whether it is the right resurfacing option for your concerns.

Is SmartSkin+ the best laser for acne scars and wrinkles?

SmartSkin+ can be a strong option for patients with both acne scars and wrinkles because CO₂ laser resurfacing targets texture and collagen remodeling. The best laser for acne scars and wrinkles depends on your scar depth, skin tone, downtime preference, and treatment goals.

Can SmartSkin+ help with deep wrinkles?

SmartSkin+ may help soften the appearance of deeper wrinkles, especially when a more intensive resurfacing plan is appropriate. Very deep folds or movement-related lines may need a combined approach, such as Botox, fillers, or skin tightening.

Is laser skin resurfacing good for large pores?

Laser skin resurfacing for large pores may help refine the appearance of pore size by improving skin texture and surface smoothness. Pores cannot be erased completely, but they may look less noticeable as the skin becomes smoother.

Can this laser treat sun damage and age spots?

SmartSkin+ may help improve visible sun damage and age spots by resurfacing damaged skin and supporting renewal. Dr. Recasens will evaluate whether SmartSkin+, PicoSure pigmentation treatment, or another option is best for your pigmentation pattern.

What is recovery like after CO₂ laser resurfacing?

Recovery depends on treatment intensity. Mild redness, warmth, swelling, flaking, peeling, and sensitivity may occur. Deeper treatments usually involve more downtime than lighter sessions. Dr. Recasens will give you detailed aftercare instructions.

How long does a SmartSkin+ treatment take?

The current SmartSkin+ page notes that full-face laser wrinkle reduction procedures typically take about 15–30 minutes. Your appointment may take longer when consultation, preparation, comfort measures, and aftercare are included.

When will I see results?

Some improvement may appear after the skin heals, with continued improvement possible as collagen remodeling develops. The timeline depends on your treatment depth, skin condition, and recovery. Individual results may vary.

Book SmartSkin+ Laser Resurfacing in Glendale, CA

If wrinkles, acne scars, large pores, sun damage, or uneven texture are making your skin look older than you feel, SmartSkin+ may be a helpful next step. Dr. Marta Recasens will evaluate your skin, explain your options, and create a physician-guided resurfacing plan designed around your goals and downtime preferences.

Book your free consultation online with Dr. Marta Recasens’ MediSpa in Glendale, CA.