Clinical aesthetic treatment at SOM Aesthetics in Encinitas
LASER RESURFACING · DERMATOLOGIST-LED

Laser Skin Resurfacing
in San Diego

HALO, BBL HERO, MOXI, Contour TRL, and other laser treatments address tone, texture, sun damage, redness, and acne scars. A dermatologist-trained SOM provider matches the device and settings to your skin type, goals, and downtime.

✓ Dermatologist-trained SOM providers
✓ Device and settings matched to your skin
✓ VISIA imaging to track results
FROM CONSULTATION TO FOLLOW-UP

Five steps. One personalized plan.

01
Consultation

A dermatologist-trained SOM provider reviews your goals, skin type, medical history, and candidacy for energy-based treatment.

02
Treatment Plan

Device, settings, number of sessions, and downtime mapped to your skin.

03
Procedure

20–45 minutes in-office. Cooling and numbing help keep treatment comfortable.

04
Recovery

Redness and light peeling may last 1–7 days depending on the device. Daily SPF is essential.

05
Follow-up

Review results and plan the next session in your series if needed.

AT A GLANCE
BEST FOR

Tone, texture, sun damage, scars, pores

TIME

20–45 minutes in-office

DOWNTIME

1–7 days by device

ONSET

Glow in 1–4 weeks

DURATION

Maintain with a series

PROVIDER

SOM care team

LASER RESURFACING COST GUIDE · SAN DIEGO

How much does laser skin resurfacing cost in San Diego?

Laser resurfacing pricing depends on the device, treatment area, and plan. Current SOM Service Card estimates begin around $350 per session for selected lighter treatments; deeper resurfacing is consultation-priced.

Your SOM provider confirms the device, settings, session plan, downtime, and final price during consultation.

QUICK FACTS
Per session

~$350+

Typical course

1–4 sessions

Treatment time

20–45 min

Downtime

1–7 days

Final result

1–3 months

Maintenance

Yearly+

COMPARE LASERS · DECISION MATRIX

MOXI vs. HALO vs. Contour TRL.

These lasers treat different depths: MOXI offers lighter resurfacing, HALO combines ablative and non-ablative wavelengths, and Contour TRL provides deeper erbium resurfacing. Device choice is confirmed during consultation.

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MOXI
HALO
Contour TRL

Maker

Sciton

Sciton

Sciton

Laser type

1927nm fractional

Hybrid 1470 + 2940nm

2940nm erbium

Downtime

1–2 days

2–5 days

7–10 days

Peak result

1–2 weeks

2–4 weeks

1–3 months

Result depth

Light

Moderate–deep

Deep

Targets

Glow, early sun damage

Tone, texture, pores

Deep wrinkles, scars

Starting price

From ~$350/session

~$1,200–$2,500

~$2,500–$3,500

Best for

Maintenance · glow

All-rounder resurfacing

Significant aging

SOM recommends

Pre-event glow

Most patients

Deep correction

EDUCATIONAL · HOW IT WORKS

How laser resurfacing works.

Laser resurfacing delivers controlled columns of light energy into the skin. This clears damaged surface cells and heats the deeper layer, triggering fresh collagen and an even, renewed surface as the skin heals.

At SOM, the device, depth, and energy are matched to your skin type and goals—ablative for deeper correction, non-ablative for lighter downtime. Your SOM provider plans the series so results can build safely over time.

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Estimate your laser treatment

Current planning estimate for one BBL HERO session.

Estimated range

~$450–$800

Estimate only. Final cost depends on the device, treatment area, settings, and personalized session plan confirmed during consultation.

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Estimate your laser investment.

Pricing depends on the device, areas treated, number of sessions, and your skin goals. Current Service Card estimates begin around $350 for selected lighter treatments; deeper resurfacing is consultation-priced. Your final plan is confirmed during consultation.

WHAT AFFECTS PRICING

• Device chosen (MOXI, BBL, HALO, Contour TRL)

• Number of sessions in your plan

• Size of the treatment area

Dermatologist-led aesthetic care at SOM Aesthetics in Encinitas
THE SOM METHOD · LASER

Laser guided by dermatologist-led standards and the SOM Method.

Dermatologist-trained SOM providers plan and deliver Laser through the SOM Method, with consultation, candidacy review, individualized treatment planning, documentation, and follow-up.

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MEDICAL SAFETY · YMYL

Is laser resurfacing right for you?

✓ Good Candidates

• Sun damage, uneven tone, or texture

• Acne scars or enlarged pores

• Fine lines and early skin aging

• Realistic goals and downtime tolerance

• Willing to commit to sun protection

• Most skin types (device matched to you)

✗ May Not Be Right For

• Active infection, cold sore, or open lesion

• Recent isotretinoin (Accutane) use

• Pregnant or breastfeeding patients

• Tendency to keloid scarring (assess first)

• Very recent tan or sunburn

• Unrealistic, single-session expectations

A consultation is required to confirm candidacy, device, settings, treatment plan, and safety considerations. A dermatologist-trained SOM provider reviews each case.

BOOK LASER · CONSULTATION

Book a laser consultation.

A 30-minute consultation covers your skin goals, candidacy, device selection, downtime, and transparent pricing. We use VISIA imaging to track results across your series.

LASER RESURFACING QUESTIONS · SAN DIEGO

Common questions about laser at SOM.

How much does laser resurfacing cost in San Diego?
How many laser sessions will I need?
Which laser is best for sun damage?
Is laser safe for darker skin tones?
How much downtime should I expect?
Can lasers treat acne scars?
When should I book before an event?