The Definitive Guide to Skin Resurfacing in Rochester: IPL, Laser, and Chemical Peels

Customized Resurfacing for the Rochester Climate

Welcome to Rejuvn8 Aesthetics in Rochester, NY.


Achieving an even, radiant complexion requires a multi-layered strategy that addresses both the superficial layer of dullness and the underlying dermal damage (pigmentation, sun spots, textural irregularities). The Upstate New York climate, with its dramatic shift from summer UV exposure to harsh winter dryness, necessitates a highly customized approach to skin resurfacing. We utilize advanced mechanical, chemical, and energy-based modalities, each calibrated to target different depths of the skin with precision and safety.




PDO Threads: Immediate Lift and Structural Scaffolding

Polydioxanone (PDO) Threads: The Science of Mechanical Lift and Collagenesis


Target: Moderate to Severe Skin Sagging and Specific Contouring

PDO Threads are dissolvable sutures made from a synthetic, biocompatible material (Polydioxanone). They offer a unique dual-action mechanism by providing both immediate physical support and long-term biological regeneration.


  • Mechanical Lift (Cog Threads): Specialized Cog Threads feature tiny barbs or cogs that anchor into the subcutaneous tissue layer. When the thread is inserted and then gently tensioned, it creates an immediate physical pull and lift, effectively repositioning sagging jowls, tightening the neck, and defining the jawline.
  • Collagen Stimulation (Mono/Smooth Threads): Mono Threads (smooth, barbless threads) are often placed in a mesh-like pattern. Their mere presence in the dermis triggers a controlled micro-injury and subsequent inflammatory response. As the body’s healing process is activated, fibroblasts are stimulated to produce a supportive lattice of new Collagen and Elastin fibers around the dissolving thread.
  • Degradation and Longevity: The PDO material itself is safely and completely absorbed by the body over approximately six to eight months, leaving behind the newly formed, autologous Collagen matrix, which sustains the lifting and tightening effects for 1 to 2 years.