Any laser skin resurfacing can occasionally cause transient bumps or irregularities to the skin. That said, very rarely, these bumps can be related to a cold sore or infection. If these bumps are from a cold sore your cosmetic surgeon must evaluate you as soon as possible to avoid any untoward side... more
Bumps post-Mixto SX CO2 laser treatment
I am still bright red, but the flaking has already started (day 4). First, my upper lip cleared but now I suddenly have developed two bumps. These are quite visible. Will these go away? Many thanks!
2 answers to “Bumps post-Mixto SX CO2 laser treatment”
A: Try to be as patient as you can...
Hi- small bumps forming in the period after a Mixto procedure are common, and may be caused by some of the flaking skin clogging your pores, or the ointment you are using to help with your recovery. In either case, as you heal and the flaking skin is gone, and as you transition to skin care that is less... more
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