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Is Micro Laser Peel Effective and Safe for Dark Skin (Indian Origin) and What Depth?
asked 1 year ago by blbl in Houston, TX
Latest answer by Charles Virden, MD
Question viewed 551 times
Tags: age 35-44, male, dark, effective, Indian, safety
I am 44 man from india, has dark spot and uneven skin tone, is Micro laser peel safe and effective, what depth and any experts zip 77479 or near by
2 answers to Is Micro Laser Peel Effective and Safe for Dark Skin (Indian Origin) and What Depth?
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Micro laser peel and pigment disturbance
You are correct to have concern regarding laser peels in your skin type. First of all darker spots are deeper than the depth of a micro laser peel. We have a beautiful erbium system called the Sciton Joule. We are able to dial down the depth of the treatment to customize the depth. I am concerned that the level of your undesirable pigment is not going to be in the micro laser peel range. I also agree pretreatment and post laser protection fron the sun are critical if you decide to proceed.
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Micro Laser Peel for Types V and VI skin
There is a risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation with micro laser peel in types V and VI skin, even at the most superficial depth (10 microns).
You would need to use a broad spectrum sunscreen at least SPF 80 and a skin lightening agent like hydroquinone for a month before and a month after the procedure. That decreases but does not eliminate the risk.
You are right about wanting to find an expert. You need to see a board certified dermatologist or plastic...
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