On 20th May (over 6 weeks ago) I had Lumenis Total FX done. Despite of the fact that Im using sunblock (50 and 100) several times a day, I suffer from Hyperpigmentation and still have visible laser track marks. Is that normal? Or could that be a burn? I started using Hydroquinone Cream 3% 1.5 weeks ago.
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We perform all total face laser resurfacing with Total FX under IV sedation, as it is much more comfortable for our patients. If we are doing eyelids or around the mouth, we routinely use local anesthesia.
Thanks for your
question. At this point after the procedure it is safe to begin your skin care
routine – and the Obagi Nu Derm system is a very good system. There have been
numerous studies performed on this program post laser therapy – and most of the
results when using this after the pro...
The normal peeling is during the first week post laser, but depending on the amount of energy used during the procedure you may get more or less peeling. You may not think you peeled but I assure you that after a Total FX procedure you would have had some peeling and not even noticed it. I...