Dr. Luciano Ríos Lara
- Board certified by the Mexican Board of Plastic Surgery
- Trained at UNAM and Hospital General de México
- Teaches plastic surgery residents
Facial and neck surgery · CDMX
Non-surgical facial rejuvenation in Mexico City
Fresh, luminous skin without surgery, reflecting the care you give yourself.
Non-surgical facial rejuvenation in Mexico City improves skin texture and tone without incisions, mainly with Erbium or CO2 laser resurfacing to soften fine lines, wrinkles, scars and sun spots.
Results
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Your safety
What if something goes wrong? Here is what protects you
A certified hospital
Your surgery takes place at Hospital Ángeles Clínica Londres in Roma Norte, Mexico City, under national and international safety protocols. The facility is also cardio-protected.
If a complication happens, we're with you
The doctor provides all the care you need with no additional surgeon's fees. Only extra hospital costs, if any, are covered by you.
Risks, explained honestly
- Expected, temporary effects: swelling, mild discomfort, prolonged redness and increased sensitivity to sun, makeup and skin care products.
- Lightening or darkening of the treated skin (hypo- or hyperpigmentation).
- Burns or wounds from laser heat.
- Scarring.
- Reactivation of cold sores and, occasionally, other infections.
Why patients travel from the US
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Is it for me?
Everything you need to know, in one place
Quick facts
- Duration
- About 1 hour
- Anesthesia
- Sedation with local or general
- Hospital stay
- Outpatient
- Recovery
- Pending
- Back to work
- About 2 weeks
- Results last
- Long-lasting, not permanent
What is non-surgical facial rejuvenation?
Not every sign of aging is about sagging. Often what shows most is skin quality: fine lines around the eyes and mouth, uneven texture, acne scars and sun spots. A facelift does not fix these because they live in the surface of the skin. That is where non-surgical facial rejuvenation comes in.
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The main tool is laser resurfacing, such as Erbium or carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers. These devices remove or heat thin layers of damaged skin in a controlled way, which stimulates collagen and the growth of new, smoother, more even skin. The result is softer lines around the eyes and mouth, less visible scars and fewer areas of hyperpigmentation.
Treatment intensity is tailored to each case. A deeper treatment achieves more change in one session but needs more downtime; a lighter one may require several sessions. Depending on your goals, it can be combined with chemical peels, Botox or fillers.
Results are long-lasting, but treatment does not stop the aging process: skin keeps changing over the years and new lines can form. Sun protection and a consistent skin care routine are the best way to preserve the improvement, and maintenance sessions may be recommended depending on how your skin responds.
Who is it for?
It suits people who want to improve texture, tone and fine lines without surgery, or who want to complement a facelift or eyelid surgery. It works especially well for fine wrinkles, sun damage, pigmentation and superficial scars, particularly around the eyes and mouth.
It is not a substitute for surgery when there is significant laxity. Skin type also affects the risk of discoloration after laser, so your surgeon will assess it carefully before recommending a treatment. If you are traveling to Mexico City, keep in mind that about two weeks of downtime and strict sun protection afterward are part of the plan.
You may be a candidate if…
- You have fine lines, uneven texture, superficial scars or sun spots.
- Your main goal is better skin rather than correcting sagging.
- You can avoid sun exposure for several months afterward.
- You have no active skin infection or cold sore outbreak.
- You are in good overall health.
- You understand treatment improves skin but does not stop aging.
Your procedure, step by step
- Consultationyour surgeon assesses your skin type, the areas to treat and your history, such as cold sores or a tendency to pigment.
- Preparationyou receive pre-treatment skin care instructions and, when appropriate, preventive antiviral medication.
- Anesthesiadepending on the depth and extent of treatment, from local anesthesia to sedation or general anesthesia.
- Treatmentthe laser is applied in a controlled way to the chosen areas; a session takes about an hour, depending on the area.
- Aftercaredressings are applied and you receive instructions on cleansing, moisturizing and sun protection; additional sessions are scheduled if needed.
Recovery
How you'll feel, stage by stage
- First few days
The treated area swells and may feel warm or mildly uncomfortable. The skin is sensitive and needs wound care and moisturizing as directed.
- Weeks 1 to 2
The skin renews itself, and most people can return to work in about two weeks.
- Weeks 4 to 6
More strenuous activity can resume between four and six weeks.
- Up to 6 months
The skin may stay pink or red for up to six months, fading gradually. Avoid UV exposure for three to six months and use a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen.
Common questions
What patients ask us most
Does laser resurfacing hurt?
Depending on the depth and extent of treatment, anesthesia ranges from local anesthesia to sedation or general anesthesia. Afterward, the treated area swells and may feel warm or mildly uncomfortable for the first few days.
How long is recovery after CO2 laser resurfacing?
Most people can return to work in about two weeks, and more strenuous activity can resume between four and six weeks. The skin may stay pink or red for up to six months, fading gradually.
How many laser sessions will I need?
It depends on treatment intensity. A deeper treatment achieves more change in one session but needs more downtime; a lighter one may require several sessions. Your surgeon will define this with you at your consultation.
How long do laser resurfacing results last?
Results are long-lasting, but not permanent: skin keeps changing over the years and new lines can form. Sun protection and a consistent skin care routine help preserve the improvement, and maintenance sessions may be recommended.
Who is a good candidate for non-surgical facial rejuvenation?
People with fine lines, uneven texture, superficial scars or sun spots whose main goal is better skin rather than correcting sagging. It is not a substitute for surgery when there is significant laxity, and your surgeon will assess your skin type before recommending a treatment.
What are the risks of laser resurfacing?
Expected, temporary effects include swelling, mild discomfort, prolonged redness and increased sun sensitivity. Risks include lightening or darkening of the treated skin, burns or wounds from laser heat, scarring and reactivation of cold sores.
How much does laser facial rejuvenation cost in Mexico?
Pricing depends on your case and is confirmed at your consultation. At that visit, your surgeon assesses your skin type, the areas to treat and your history.
How long should I stay in Mexico City after laser resurfacing?
It depends on how your recovery goes and on your follow-up visits. Your surgeon will define the length of your stay with you at your consultation.
Price
How much does non-surgical facial rejuvenation cost in Mexico?
Price range to be confirmed
Your final price depends on your case. You'll get it in writing at your consultation, with everything it includes.
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Mexico City
Hospital Ángeles Clínica LondresFrontera 74, Consultorio 515
Roma Norte, Ciudad de México
Phone: 55 6232 9139
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