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Hypo-pigmentation After Fraxel Repair 4 answers

I am 12 weeks post fraxel repair and still dealing with hyper-pigmentation issues that are slowly getting better. I recently got another opinion from...

Did 50% TCA Peel cause brown discolorations on abdomen? 3 answers

I used 50% TCA peel on my abdomen a week ago. The skin initially frosted and burned quite a bit and started to flake off soon after. However the...

What is AHA and how does the peel work? 1 answer

There are fine wrinkle lines on my face --esp around mouth and eyes. what will AHA peel do for this?

IPL left discoloration-should I have IPL again? 8 answers

I had a IPL treatment over a week ago (9/10/08).  Prior to this treatment, I had a treatment in April which was fine. I had mentioned to my Dr....

What's the best age spot treatment for sun damaged hands? 4 answers

I'm one of those who religiously protected my face from the sun but forgot about my hands. Now I have really visible sun spots. what age spots...

What causes upper lip discoloration?

I am 50 years old, fair, sun-protected skin. This winter, the area on my upper lip is becoming dark and difficult to hide. What is causing this? ...

Concealing discoloration from Fraxel laser treatment? 2 answers

I had Fraxel done a few days ago, and I need to go back to work soon. Can I use concealers and foundation to cover up the brown discoloration due to...

How can I treat discoloration around my tummy tuck scar? 3 answers

I had a tummy tuck 3 years ago, now i have a scar and reddish to purple skin all around the scar. How can I treat the discoloration around the scar? I...

What's the best laser treatment for getting rid of blood vessels on my face and neck? 1 answer

What laser works best for getting rid of blood vessels on the face and neck?

Does Cosmelan work on melasma? 2 answers

I am looking for information regarding melasma and Cosmelan. What are the results like? Thanks!


LED treatment for discoloration from Acne? 1 answer

I understand that blue light can be used to reduce inflammation and kill Acne-causing bacteria. Will it also help with discoloration from Acne?

Darkened belly button after Tummy Tuck 9 answers

I had a Tummy Tuck 6 months ago, and my belly button is very dark and big/swelling. What caused this, and can this be corrected? Is there a topical...

Can Zoom teeth whitening cause cracks on teeth? 1 answer

Can you get cracks on your teeth after Zoom whitening since having it done? I have now noticed fine cracks on both top and bottom teeth that I hadn't...

Teeth whitening for grey tooth from injury? 2 answers

My top incisors have turned grey due to falling last summer and then slamming into the sidewalk. X-rays said I didn't need a root canal, (I've had no...

Can skin lightening creams remove freckles on the face? 1 answer

I'm not looking to bleach my skin in a super noticeable way.  My complexion is actually pretty nice aside from the freckles.  So if this...

How to fix tattooed eyebrows discoloration? 2 answers

My tattooed eyebrows turned orange. How can I fix them?

Is skin cancer risk increased by vitiligo? 2 answers

Do people with vitiligo have increased skin cancer risk?  If you have it, what should I use for prevention?  Is there a special product or...


Skin discoloration after fat transfer 3 answers

I had fat injections around my upper cheek area a year ago. Now, I have a greenish-grey discoloration under my skin on both sides of upper cheeks. Why...

Lumpy skin after Fraxel 1 answer

It has been 4 weeks after my first Fraxel session, and my right cheek is discolored and has gone all lumpy under my skin. What are these lumps and how...

Teeth Whitening for teeth with thin enamel? 6 answers

How do I whiten teeth with thin enamel that shows the dentin? I had acid reflux that is now under control. However my teeth are now yellow in hue due...

Why is there a discoloration on the tip of nose after 4 years since my rhinoplasty? 2 answers

 I have previously undergone tiplasty by redefining it with septal cartilage 4 years ago and recently I noticed there was a purply/bluish spot on...

Discoloration on injection sites one year after Restylane 2 answers

When I was treated with Restylane a year ago, I was not informed that pain medication shouldn't be taken before the procedure. Since I had taken Advil...

Is Dermaplaning safe for women with tan or olive skin color? 1 answer

I'm a 32-year-old hispanic woman, and I have a little sun damage, fine lines, and some skin discoloration. My dermatologist recommends Dermaplaning,...

Can skin discolored by IPL treatment be corrected? 1 answer

After several chemical peels done on my back, there was an obvious big patch of uneven brown color on my skin. I was advised to go for IPL treatment...

Cannula lines, hard spots, and discoloration post-Smart Lipo 1 answer

I had Smart Lipo done in October on my upper arms and chin. I now have cannula lines under my chin, so I have traded one problem for another, and now...

Discoloration from Erbium Laser Resurfacing 1 answer

I am a 26 year-old-girl of Asian origin. I went to a doctor for chemical peels to treat my acne. I started seeing significant difference and wasn't...

Discoloration on arms after SmartLipo 1 answer

I had Smart Lipo done about 10 weeks ago on a few areas, including my arms. They look pretty good in size but they are still very discolored and look...

Puffiness and discoloration under eyes after eyelid surgery 2 answers

I had upper and lower eyelid surgery to make me look more awake and less tired, remove loose skin, and open up my eyes. After surgery, I thought I...

How to choose between Chemical peels, Microdermabrasion and laser? 7 answers

I am unsure what route to go down whether to have a Chemical peel, Microdermabrasion or laser treatment. Here is my self assessment of my skin: I...


Will discoloration after Fraxel Restore be permanent? 1 answer

I had my first Fraxel Restore treatment appoximately 7 weeks ago for acne scars. Although the intense redness subsided in a few days, the skin on my...

Bluish discoloration under eyes from Radiesse 3 answers

I had Radiesse injected into my tear troughs as well as my nasolabial folds three months ago. Initially, there was terrible swelling and dark bruising...

Pain, discoloration and indentations after Liposuction in legs 5 answers

I had a Liposuction in my legs and though it had slimmed them down, there has now been greyish discolorations, bruises and indentations from the...

Any tips for whitening sensitive teeth? 2 answers

I already have sensitive teeth to any cold, but want to whiten my teeth. Any and all tips welcomed.

Massaging area after Juvederm 3 answers

Can massaging 10 days after a Juvederm injection help with the Tyndall effect? Does massaging increase the rate at which the Juvederm dissolves? I had...

Lumps on lips after Juvederm 3 answers

It is 3 1/2 days after I had Juvederm, and I have a number of bumps on my top lip that create an uneven line when my mouth is open (in addition to...

How do I get rid of skin discoloration after lipodissolve?

I had three series of injections with Lipodissolve with good results on the back of my legs and thighs but have bad discoloration now. It almost...

SmoothBeam and Fraxel side effects?

I'm asian and had the smoothbeam procedure performed on my face and neck on 9/02. Post procedure overnight I had developed tiny moon shaped patterns...

Purple, ice cold nose after nose tip revision 2 answers

It has been 7 weeks after my nose tip revision my nose feels ice cold sometimes, and is purple. I also have a permanent tingling sensation. Should I...

Will IPL lighten lines of demarcation? 1 answer

Seven months ago, I had midline Face lift and deep Phenol Chemical Peel done around my mouth and chin. Now I have a deep line of discoloration between...

What to do with Restylane puffiness and streaks? 2 answers

I had Restylane done 5 months ago and I have a brown-blue mark under my eyes. I also have puffiness, and brown streaks the size of tic-tacs under each...


Best treatment for discoloration from Radiesse? 1 answer

What is the best treatment discoloration of the skin after Radiesse? I have two half-moon circles under my eyes and it has been over three months. I...

Laser treatment for discoloration after Radiesse? 1 answer

It has been over 3 months since I had Radiesse. It felt like he injected it deep along the cheek bone under my eyes. Do light therapy or lasers help...

Returning natural color of skin from breast reduction? 3 answers

I had a breast reduction over 1 year ago I used the moisterized as instructed by mt doctor for 4 months. I did go back to smoking and about 20% of my...

Cheaper teeth whitening options? 2 answers

How do I get my teeth whiter without spending a lot of money?

How to remove dent from nose piercing? 5 answers

This summer I got my nose pierced and now there is a dent! I regret doing it and took it out that night. It has healed and I have been putting on over...

Obagi products for South Asians? 2 answers

I live in Karachi, Pakistan. Is it safe to use Obagi products here in this part of world on my skin type? I have skin discoloration and pigmentation....

Laser treatment after filler for under eye hollows? 1 answer

If I get a filler for hollow under eyes, will I also need laser treatment or something to lighten the darkness of the skin discoloration?

Best treatment for old keloid with discoloration? 1 answer

I am tired of my keloid, I have it since I was 7 years old. I have tried almost every single Keloid removal option doctors recommend: from steroid...

Discolored pocket under skin after Juvederm 1 answer

There is a clearly defined pocket under my skin where I had Juvederm injections (about 10 total comprising 1 cc). Additionally, the skin is slightly...

Discoloration at the mouth after Juvederm? 1 answer

I had Juvederm Ultra injected around my mouth. The small line of discoloration at the corner of my mouth where a smile line used to be is worrying me....

Breast implants after lumpectomy and radiation? 14 answers

Do you recommend breast implants after a lumpectomy and radiation? If so, what type of implants and what are the pros and cons of this type of...

Any advise about Supersmile products for teeth whitening? 2 answers

I want to try Supersmile for teeth whitening, but worried about sensitivity. Any advice?

Laser treatment for discoloration after Rhinoplasty? 3 answers

How much does it cost to fix discoloration from Rhinoplasty with laser? Do you have to be put out with anesthesia or can you actually just do it in...

Treatment for large birthmark on legs? 1 answer

I have I huge birth mark running down both of my legs. It looks like discolored skin though and I would like to get rid of it. Can you tell me what my...

What is the most effective strength for topical retin-a? 2 answers

 I use 0.05% tetinoin cream which I'm told is the generic version of Retin-a. It works great on wrinkles and discoloration but I need something...

Age spots - what is actually happening to the skin? 1 answer

What is actually happening to the skin when it exhibits an age spot?

Swelling after Radiesse for the under eyes 3 answers

I had Radiesse to help with density and dark coloring under the eyes. However, I ended up having swelling and discoloration, and it's been 2 weeks.How...

Can Pixel laser for ice pick scar discolor skin?

Hello, I am skin type 4. If I was to have Pixel laser done on my ice pick scars, will it improve the scars (if so, how much) and will it discolour my...

Fraxel to even out arm skin? 1 answer

Can Fraxel treatment diminish scars, discolorations, and smoothen the skin on upper and lower arms?

Cosmetic procedure for corn on toes and toenails discoloration?

I have a corn on my little toes, and discoloration on my toenails. Can the corn be removed using cosmetic surgery? And what can be done about...

Can TCA peel help with keloid scars? 2 answers

Can TCA peel help smooth my keloid scar out and remove the discoloration? I has a belly peircing and it got infected. It left a keloid scar with...

Laser treatment that helps multiple problems at once? 1 answer

Is there any type of Laser treatment that can help with acne scars, large pores, lines, discoloration and rosacea at the same time? I have rosacea...

Can Juvederm under the eyes be surgically removed? 11 answers

I have extremely lumpy areas under the eyes (tear troughs) due to Juvederm disaster, and have been told that it is a dangerous place to dissolve. Can...

What can be done about sunken eyeballs? 3 answers

A few years ago I had discoloration on my face and was told to use a steroid cream on my skin to alleviate the problem. For some reason I decided to...

Discolored injection sites after Lipodissolve

I had Lipodissolve two years ago to my outer thighs and on my legs right underneath my buttocks. I am now left with discoloration around the injection...

Is Deep FX or Dermabrasion better for lip lines? 1 answer

I am scheduled for Active FX / Deep FX to remove wrinkles and improve skin discoloration due to sun damage. Would I have a better result to use...

Treatment for discolored lips from smoking? 2 answers

I have discolored my lips from years of smoking. Is there any way that I can even out my lip color or skin tone?

Thermage or Fraxel for under eye hollows? 1 answer

I'm 54 with few wrinkles, but good skin tone and texture. However, I also have major sunken/hollows under eyes with minimal fat/puffiness and...

Treatment for skin discoloration and uneveness from acne? 1 answer

I have some skin discoloration and unevenness (redness) due to acne. I don't have ice pick scarring, my acne would be light to mildly moderate I think...

Two IPL treatments instead of 4 to 5? 1 answer

I consulted with a dermatologist about IPL treatment to remove age spots or sun discoloration on my face, chest, and hands. He recommends only 2...

Causes of premature sagging of breasts and darkening? 3 answers

What causes breasts to sag prematurely and become very dark? I'm 18 years old and I haven't been pregnant before.

Treatment for darkened area after eyelid surgery?

I'm 24 years old. What should I do about heavy darkness left from blepharoplasty? Recently, I had transconjunctival blepharoplasty to remove genetic...

Zoom whitening for discolored teeth? 2 answers

I have always have some discoloration on my teeth since I was little. My mother said it might have been from some type of medication I took. Anyways,...

Non-surgical treatment for slight discoloration? 2 answers

I'm only 15 years old and I have a slight skin discoloration on my chin. Is that bad? Can I fix it naturally without surgery?

Veneers or braces first for cracked, discolored, and bucked tooth? 4 answers

I have a cracked, discolored front tooth that is bucked and sticks out from the other teeth. Can I possibly get veneers and they can adjust the...

What can be done about scars from chemical peel? 2 answers

I've scars on my face from chemical peels. I also have discoloration and freckle. How can I have clean looking face?

TCA Peels needed to fully benefit from Fraxel Laser? 4 answers

I'm considering getting Fraxel on my face. At one clinic I was told that I should get a TCA peel 30% at least 20 peels each a week apart before doing...

How to get rid of frown lines from fat pockets on mouth corners? 2 answers

I have little pockets of fat on the corners of my mouth where frown lines are beginning to show. I'm only 24, but these little circles are noticeable....

Is Contour Laser effective for deep pitted scars?

Originally, I was interested in a Vi-Peel. I was recommended to a dermatologist center by my initial dermatologist for a laser treatment. I do have...

How to treat Morphea discoloration?

I had a biopsy and it turns out that I have Morphea. Do you know of any cures, medications, home remedies, ANYTHING that I can use to take the...

Veneer or Crown for calcified tooth? 2 answers

My front left tooth has been dead for some 15+ years. It apparently calcified, creating its own root canal. I have never had work on it. The tooth is...

Non-surgical treatment to fade large, raised leg scar? 1 answer

I have a large scar on my leg stretching my entire right thigh. I suffered a degloving injury in a bus accident nine years ago. Some sections are...

Treatment for dark underarms from harsh deodorants? 1 answer

I have dark underarms because when I was younger, I used a harsh antiperspirant. I noticed that it was causing discoloration so I stopped using it...

Treatment for dark facial discoloration due to sun damage?

I'm only 15 but my face has been darker than my body for 4 years because of the sun. I know that bleaching creams are really bad for your body, what...

Bio-oil effective for reducing scars?

Is Bio-Oil an effective treatment to reduce the appearance of a scar? Or should I consider plastic surgery? I obtained a scar when I fell on a wooden...

Laser Treatment for pink discoloration on skin?

I took docycycline for a year and a half and it turned my tan skin on my face into a pink, discolored mess. I have tried many home treatments even a...

Can Titan help for several problems on the face?

I used tanning beds every summer. I am 30 and just starting to see nasolabial folds, slight laxity around corners of mouth, frown lines, larger...