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Which is Better for Age Spots, Broken Capillaries, Minor Wrinkles and Acne Scars

asked 3 years ago by SuzyAv8trix in Phoenix, AZ
Latest answer by Harold J. Kaplan, MD
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Tags: age spots, broken capillaries, Virtual consultation

...and redness, and minor loss of firmness? Affirm laser or IPL treatments? And, if you say Affirm -- how many treatments and how far apart? Affirm seems MUCH more expensive -- is it really worth it? And if you say IPL -- how many treatments and how far apart? Which mfg/brand/type? Thanks! I'm 46 with type II skin and I don't smoke. I can "see" my age spots more, lately, and my texture just isn't what it used to be... I want to invest in myself -- and I want the most bang for my $ and my time. Also, what treatments would you suggest as "compliments" to either Affirm/IPL? And, other than SPF 30 sunscreen, everyday, what else can I do to keep my complexion "ageless"?

3 answers to Which is Better for Age Spots, Broken Capillaries, Minor Wrinkles and Acne Scars

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Many options that all play a part

Many options exist for all of your concerns. One treatment for all of them might be a little more difficult. For capillaries, IPL can really help without much downtime. The V Beam, with its 585nm to 590nm wavelength, is specific for vessels that are superficial and small. Sometimes you can get bruises from this treatment, and that's why many clinicians like IPL instead. For fine wrinkles, being on a Retinol complex can help. We have SkinMedica. Also, CO2 lasers and superficial peels can... more
Philip Young, MD

Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon
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IPL for age spots and capillaries

I think that your best value is the IPL. This will do a nice job on the "age spots" and also help reduce capillaries. It will not do much to increase the skin firmness. I recommend 3 treatments 4 weeks apart.
Benjamin C. Marcus, MD

Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Which Lasers for Multiple Issues

We would not suggest the Affirm laser or IPL simply because the number of issues you are trying to address requires more than one piece of equipment to address them all effectively. We refer to the IPL as the printer/fax/copier/scanner of the cosmetic world. It is the jack of all trades and master of none. Check into the following lasers for the conditions you mentioned. They are the gold standard for the conditions you are looking to treat. Age Spots - q-switched lasers including the... more
Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

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