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BBL or Laser Treatment for Multiple Skin Problems?
asked 2 years ago by Shellee in Texas
Latest answer by Mary Lupo, MD
Question viewed 2,888 times
Tags: face, wrinkles, acne, acne scars, chicken pox, fine lines, scar, sun spots
I'm going on my second consult with a new doctor this Friday for a skin evaluation. First doctor said I needed a BBL (literally a 30-second consult). I don't feel I will get the results I'm looking for. I have acne, deep acne scars (especially close to ear), chicken pox scars, sun spots, fine lines, and some wrinkles. I want to have a full face treatment. Do you think a BBL is suitable? What are your thoughts on a stronger laser treatment, such as Profractional? I have the time and the cost is not an issue.
1 answer to BBL or Laser Treatment for Multiple Skin Problems?
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Broad Band or Intense Pulsed Light appropriate
BBL and IPL are the same. They refer to non-coherent light therapy. It would help brown spots, photoaging and acne, but not acne scars. Profractional resurfacing is more for fine lines, brown spots and mild acne scars, but might flare active acne. Based on your photo, your dermatologist might want to do IPL with Isolaz to address the active acne and discoloration at the same time. Salicylic acid peels would be another option. One thing is for sure: get the acne under better control becfore...
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