Andrew Campbell, MD
Milwaukee Facial Plastic Surgeon
Recent answer posted by Andrew Campbell, MD
Q: Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation due to Photo Facial treatments
I'm sure that what you are describing is PIH (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation).
First, an SPF of 45 or 58 is not what you need. You need a sun BLOCK, not a sun SCREEN. A block contains micronized zinc oxide and / or titanium dioxide and truly blocks the sun's rays. This needs to be worn daily from sun up to sun down. I can't stress the importance of sun protection more.
Secondly, I have found that IPL or IPO (whatever that is) is inadequate in treating PIH. In the past, I have treated patient's with daily hydroquinone, 4% or 8% DAILY as long as it doesn't cause irritation. The tretinoin is helpful, but if irritation occurs, it would be the first thing I would tell you to quit using. Recently, we have been using BBL, or broad band light, a type of IPL from Sciton that seems to work much better than the older IPL we used to have. I treat PIH with BBL now and have good results.
Nothing will make the pigment disappear quickly. It is a combination of sun protection (the most important), hydroquinone, and possibly BBL, plus a fair amount of time (maybe 6 months), and your skin should be looking great again.
| Board certification | |
| Education | Undergraduate: Biology and Chemistry, Indiana University, 1989 Medical School: MD, Indiana University Medical School, 1993 |
| Post-medical school training | Internship: University of Cincinnati General Surgery 1993-1994 Residency: University of Cincinnati, 1994-1998 |
| Aesthetic medicine experience | 11 years (post-medical training) |
| Professional memberships | American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) |
| Hospital affiliations | Paragon Surgical Center |
| Medical or professional license | WI |
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| Location | Campbell Facial Plastic Surgery 1411 North Taylor Drive Sheboygan, WI View map |
| Additional Office Locations | Mequon, WI 2009 |
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