Can Fraxel or any other laser be used successfully to smooth the lips (mucous membrane) that have severe wrinkling and some scar tissue from flash burns and second degree burns? Is their a preferred laser or other procedure that would work best? I have also lost some pigment in my lips as a result of the fire I was in. Tattooing didn't work very long and I am wondering if that is because the lips are mucous membrane and not skin. Thanks!
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Fraxel is a fabulous laser and you have a great idea to rejuvenate the skin after a facelift. It would definitely help the tone and texture of your skin. I would definitely advise you to only go to an experienced dermatologist who has treated many patients with Fraxel and other lasers for t...
Fraxel is a wonderful laser to treat these fine lines, sun damage, and wrinkles. I would recommend speaking to your physician about some oral cortisone to help heal the inflammation. Depending on the settings and how close you go towards the eye area you can have a great deal of swelling t...
You have a great question and the answer is very important for a great deal of my patients. Dark skin (type III or darker) needs to be treated with distinct and special lasers. There is a special laser hair machine called the Gentle Yag which is excellent for darker skin types and is gentle e...
