South Miami Pearl Laser doctors

Marianna Blyumin-Karasik, MD Marianna Blyumin-Karasik, MD
Miami Dermatologist
4020 Sheridan St Sheridan Hills Professional Plaza, Hollywood
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Is It Possible to Treat Type III Skin with the Pearl Laser?

The IPL laser can not be used for skin types 3 (lightly dark skin types, mediteranean, hispanic). Is the pearl laser safe to be used on darker skin types?

A: Pearl for type III skin

Pearl laser is appropriate for skin type III when done by experienced professional (board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon trained using Pearl laser). If you are not tanned and the laser expert uses appropriate laser settings, you can be a good candidate for photrejuvenation with the Pearl. However, the safety of Pearl laser in darker skin types (IV and above) is controversial and has higher likelihood of side effects such as hyperpigmentation (dark discoloration) after procedure, so not recommended. I would advice scheduling a consultation appointment with a Pearl practitioner to discuss your treatment options. Good luck.

Marianna Blyumin-Karasik, MD
Miami Dermatologist
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