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Pimples After a Micro Laser Peel
I had a 10 - 15 micron laser peel 3 days ago - now I have a big cystic type pimple right on my jawline - is that normal? I am really disappointed!
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dawnlois
in Saint Paul, MN
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Healing after MicroLaser Peel
It is not uncommon to have some breakout in your skin following this type of procedure. There may be some healing over of some of your pores following the treatment and will typically resolve within the next several weeks. Please make sure to continue close communication with your physician regarding use of facial cleansers, occlusive dressing and moisturizers to make sure you obtain the optimal result.
Best Regards,
Jacque P. LeBeau, MD
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Pimples After a Micro Laser Peel
This is normal for some people to have break outs and white bumps after a laser peel. It usually goes away shortly and is no need for concern.
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Micro laser peel
Microlaser peel resurfaces the top layers of the skin and sometimes patients can break out with pimples or miliae after the treatment. It's not a cause for concern and most reactions are self-resolving and long-term results are good.
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Pimple after laser peel--what causes this?
Laser "peels" or superficial laser resurfacing (a 10-15 micron tissue removal is extremely superficial, mostly epidermis only) remove tissue and stimulate a healing process from the very precise "injury" that tissue vaporization via laser causes.
During the healing process, re-epithelialization occurs, and pores or hair follicles can seal shut causing a tiny pimple (termed milia). Swelling during the healing process can temporarily block pores as well. In some cases...
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Pimples after laser peels
A pimple after a laser peel is not a cause for upset. The post-laser regimen sometimes makes people break out. Sometimes, it is just a tissue reaction. Most reactions are temporary and results are good.
Miami Dermatologist
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Acne after Micro laser peel
The post-laser treatment instructions for a micro laser peel is to apply an occlusive ointment for several days until the skin is no longer dry and peeling. This occlusive ointment, although great for skin healing, can block pores and cause an acne breakout.
If you are not prone to acne, this should be temporary and resolve after you stop the ointment.
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