Titan laser - Is there a risk of burning or scarring?

Hello, I am VERY fair and scar easily, should I worry about scars or permanent burn marks from the Titan laser done on my face? Thank you, Dee

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A: Titan risks

Steven H. Williams, MD

Thanks for your question.   Titan can cause burns.  It is important that you go to an experienced practitioner for treatments.  Be sure to ask how many procedures that your doctor has done. I hope this helps.

A: TITAN risks

Edmond A. Zingaro, MD

Titan results are based in major part on the skill of the nurse performing the treatment. This is also true regarding the incidence of complications. We do a lot of Titan treatments, have superb results, and near zero complications. This is because our nurse practitioners have a wealth of experience and know... more

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Cheyenne
1 post
18 Apr 2009

I had 2nd degree burns on my face and chest from the Titan laser and have permanent scarring from it. I would NOT recommend it! The tech blamed the head of the laser. The Cutera blamed the tech for using a wrong technique.

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