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Would You Recommend IPL for Patients with Perioral Dermatitis? (photo)

asked 4 months ago by a4man in Louisiana
Latest answer by F. Victor Rueckl, MD
Question viewed 322 times
Tags: redness, candidate, dermatitis

My Perioral Dermatitis is not inflamed at the moment, but I have to be very careful with any products/medications that I apply to my chin. I have brown spots on my face and I am thinking about having IPL treatments. My chin is almost always red and I thought it might take some of the redness out.

3 answers to Would You Recommend IPL for Patients with Perioral Dermatitis? (photo)

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IPL... Reddness around mouth...

Yes, this is absolutely acceptable. You should also be treated with prescription medications for this skin issue as well. Be sure you are being treated by an experienced provider. Hope this helps. Dr. Grant Stevens
Grant Stevens, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

marinaplasticsurgery.com

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IPL in perioral dermatitis

Perioral dermatitis is viewed as a variant of rosacea. IPL is commonly performed for treatment of redness associated with rosacea without problems. So I believe it would be safe to undergo IPL if you have stable perioral dermatitis. You may see reduction of the redness of your chin and it should reduce your hyperpigmentation as well. Since you do have these skin issues I would recommend having your IPL performed at a board-certified dermatologist's office in order to... more
Narin (Joe) Apisarnthanarax, MD

Houston Dermatologist
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IPL and Perioral Dermatitis

It is acceptable to have IPL if you have perioral dermatitis. Perioral dermatitis is related to rosacea and makes the skin very red, inflammed, itchy, irritated, and sensitive. You need to make sure you see an office that understands how to treat extreme rosacea - not just a random med spa please! I have used IPL on people with perioral dermatitis and seen great improvements. I'd also recommend you use a prescription hydrocortisone and switch to a natural toothpaste - like Tom's.... more
F. Victor Rueckl, MD

Las Vegas Dermatologist

www.lakesdermatology.com

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