43yo, male with bl eyes, light br hair, dark complexion. Sought Fraxel re:pair for mild ice pick scars on cheeks. After 5 Fraxel sessions in 07, developed mild bronzing on the cheek and temple sides of eyes that faded over 3 years. 2nd round of Fraxel in 13. After IPL a few months later for roseacea, noticed bronzing above eyebrows. Patches worsen with sun. Been on tazorac since 07, which greatly improved acne & scarring. Besides sun protection & tazorac, what should I do? Is IPL a bad idea?
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Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...
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