CO2 Laser Resurfacing · Midtown Miami
CO2 Laser Resurfacing in Midtown Miami
Our Midtown Miami location uses fractional CO2 laser resurfacing for acne scarring and sun damage. A physician-led team plans the treatment and sets real recovery expectations before you book.
The Deepest Option Here
What CO2 Resurfacing Actually Does
Fractional CO2 resurfacing removes skin in a controlled, columned pattern rather than across the whole surface. That lets it heal faster than a full-surface laser. It still reaches deep enough to change acne scarring and sun damage. It is the most disruptive treatment on our Miami skin-rejuvenation menu. It asks for real recovery time in return for the deepest change on the list. Our resources library carries a longer CO2 laser overview for anyone reading up before a consult.
Dr. Tali Arviv, MD worked as a laser technician before earning her MD. This device class has been part of her practice since 2014. That is why candidacy here is confirmed at consult rather than assumed on a page. The review covers your skin tone, your recent sun exposure, and your medication history.
Before You Book
What to Know Before You Book
The depth a resurfacing laser reaches drives both the result and the recovery, as the dermatologic surgery society’s resurfacing guide documents. CO2 sits at the deep end of that tradeoff.
Built for Scarring and Sun Damage
Some acne scarring and sun damage sits deep enough that lighter treatments have not moved it. That is when we reach for CO2 resurfacing.
Real Recovery, Stated Plainly
Expect visible pinkness and peeling for about a week. We would rather you know that before you book than be surprised by it after.
A Physician-Set Candidacy Check
Skin tone, recent sun exposure, and recent Accutane use all affect candidacy. Your provider walks through each one at consult.
If your downtime budget is a day or two rather than a week, consider microneedling. It builds collagen in the same territory with a much lighter recovery.
What to Expect
The Treatment, Week by Week
Here is the honest arc of a CO2 treatment, from candidacy review through the four-month follow-up. The goal is that nothing about the first week surprises you.
Consult and Candidacy Review
Your provider checks your skin tone, recent sun exposure, and medication history before scheduling. CO2 is not a fit for every skin type.
Numbing and the Session Itself
A topical numbing cream goes on first. The procedure itself typically runs one to two hours, depending on how large an area is being treated.
What the First Week Feels Like
Swelling and peeling tend to peak around day two or three. Most guests are comfortable in public within seven to ten days, longer for deeper treatment areas.
Follow-Up and Sun Protection
Your provider schedules follow-ups at one week, one month, and four months. Sun avoidance is non-negotiable for four to six weeks after.
Downtime You Can Give
Am I the Right Candidate?
CO2 resurfacing is the deepest treatment on our skin menu, so it reaches scarring and sun damage the lighter options cannot. It asks for real recovery, and candidacy usually turns on that.
Where It Earns Its Place
- You have acne scarring, deep texture, or sun damage that lighter treatments have not shifted.
- You can clear a week for recovery and mean it.
- You want the strongest option available here rather than a series of gentler ones.
- You are willing to commit to sun protection afterward, which is part of the plan rather than advice.
The Candidacy Check
- Your skin tone is assessed carefully, because deeper resurfacing carries a pigment risk that varies by tone.
- A history of cold sores, scarring readily, or recent isotretinoin use changes the plan or the timing.
- Recent sun exposure or a tan means waiting rather than proceeding.
- If your recovery window is not realistic, microneedling over a series is the more sensible route.
A physician-set candidacy check happens before this is scheduled, and it is a real gate rather than a formality. Book a consult at our Midtown Miami location to go through it.
Who Treats You
Your Skin Rejuvenation Team in Miami
Real Results
CO2 Laser Resurfacing before and after
Individual results vary. These are real patients photographed at our offices; no photo is a promise of your own outcome, and only a consult can tell you what is realistic.
In Their Words
What Arviv Guests Say About CO2 Laser Resurfacing
No review of our Miami office names CO2 resurfacing, though guests at our other Florida offices name it directly, and what they credit is the provider rather than the device. That is the part every laser appointment here shares: the depth is chosen for your skin, not read off a chart. Read more reviews from guests across all three Florida locations.
“Excellent CO2 laser experience and results. Emilie explained everything perfectly and made me feel comfortable throughout the procedures. My skin texture is smoother and I am very happy. Highly recommend.”
“I am very pleased with the results of my CO2 treatment. Emilie is doing an outstanding job; she is personable, knowledgeable, and ensures a comfortable experience. Highly recommended!”
“I met with Nicole who will perform the CO2 on my neck and chest and she was warm professional and made me feel comfortable. I’m so excited to see my results”
Individual results vary. Reviews describe one guest’s experience and are not a promise of outcome.
The Miami Location
Plan Your Visits Around Midtown
CO2 comes with follow-ups at one week, one month, and four months. It helps that the suite sits in the Wynwood corridor, within a few miles of Midtown, Brickell, and Downtown Miami. The location has its own Miami phone line.
Address & Phone
- 3250 NE 1st Ave, Suite 504
- Miami, FL 33137
- (305) 340-9002
Hours
- Mon & Thu 10am–5pm
- Tue & Wed 10am–7pm
- Fri 10am–4pm
- Sat–Sun Closed
Frequently Asked Questions
How much downtime does CO2 laser resurfacing require?
Plan on visible pinkness and some peeling for about a week. Swelling peaks around day two or three. Most guests are comfortable in public within seven to ten days, longer for deeper treatment areas. If that budget is more than your calendar allows, chemical peels offer shallower options with lighter recovery.
Am I a candidate for CO2 laser resurfacing?
Candidacy depends on your skin tone and how recently you have been in the sun. It also depends on whether you have used Accutane in the past six months. Resurfacing lasers carry skin-tone-dependent risk, as the dermatology association’s laser resurfacing guidance lays out. Your provider confirms fit in person rather than over the phone.
How long does my skin keep changing after treatment?
Your skin continues remodeling for up to about six months after a session. Many guests plan the work around that timeline. If your plan calls for it, flexible financing is available.
Do Tampa and Ocala offer the same treatment?
Yes, CO2 laser resurfacing runs at all three Florida locations. If Erbium:YAG is specifically what you came to research, that device is offered only on the Tampa menu.
Still have questions?
CO2 Laser Resurfacing in Miami
Ready for the Deepest Change on This Menu?
Your provider confirms candidacy for your skin tone and sets real recovery expectations before you book, not after.
The deepest resurfacing option on our Miami menu, planned by a physician-led team that states recovery honestly.