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How long after Erbium Laser can I try Dermaroller?
asked 1 year ago by Milwaukee4974 in Milwaukee, WI
Latest answer by Glenn Vallecillos, MD
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Tags: face
I had Erbium laser about 18days ago. My skin has red streaks all over it, but all the scars and wrinkles are still there. When can I try dermarolling?
1 answer to How long after Erbium Laser can I try Dermaroller?
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Dermaroller after Erbium laser
Thanks for the question.
The answer, in large part, depends on whether you are referring to a surgical derma roller or a home-use derma roller. For the surgical derma-roller, I would forego treatment until your face has had adequate time to heal, perhaps as much as 4-6 months. The home-use derma roller may be commenced once the skin is fully epithelialized over and the redness has subsided. On average, at the 6 week mark you should be safe. To hedge on the side of caution, you...
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