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“Day 4 After Laser Resurfacing for Acne Scarring on Cheeks - Atlanta, GA”

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Spent: $1,250 in Atlanta, GA

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Updated 29 Jan 2011

Posted 26 Jun 2010

In my 50s, I had acne scarring on my cheeks that bothered me since high school. Met a dermatologist at social event that said "why don't you let me fix your face" (though my face has never kept me from getting a job or boyfriends and husband of 35 years), I said ok. Used Quadralase CO2 laser, with numbing cream prior.

This is not for the faint of heart. Luckily I can telecommute---not sure I will make business trip to San Francisco on July 11. Pain is now manageable with Tylenol but I hate the constant "seeping."

EVERYONE assures me that it is like childbirth and when you see the results (in a few weeks/months) you will forget about the pain and discomfort...so I will provide periodic updates.

I do think doctors should show the before and "afters" at various stages of afters. Had I known this, I doubt that I would have done it, quite frankly.



Updated on 29 Jan 2011:
Now 7 months post laser resurfacing and I am disappointed with the results. The acne scarring (which wasn't real deep) is gone, but I have to still fight redness that I didn't have before, using green cover-up under makeup to minimize it. So pros, and cons, and it can't be undone, I'm not totally unhappy, but I am disappointed overall.

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Sharon at RealSelf (Community Manager) 2 Jul 2010

Thanks for sharing your experience! How are you feeling now?

7101anon 4 Jul 2010
Time for an update!
vitamedica 28 Jul 2010
hey, my sympathies go out to you. i suggest you to go in for some good acne vitamins as these could be of help...
Minneapolis2608 24 Feb 2011
Please reply back ASAP as I am almost in hysterics! I am on Day 4 of Laser Resurfacing and my face looks worse than your photo but somewhat similar. I was told that I could return to my job by Saturday (in two days) as that is the day I am scheduled to fly. If my face looks that yours now how long before I can wear make up and work? My face is RED and blotchy and feels very dry due to swelling that is still present. I rinse my face every 4 hours and apply an ointment. I was never given any ice packs which may have helped with the swelling. My face is a mess! Can you add any advice as to how long this will last. There is no peeling or itching yet....SCARED! I will be waiting for some advice. THANKS!
whoppi 3 Jun 2011
I had my laser done on Feb 23,2011. I am still a little red and blotchy. They say the redness can take 4-6 months or a year. I am satisfied with it except foe the redness, I had mine done at LIFESTYLE LIFTS>
evebarry 14 Sep 2011

put egg whites on it at least once a day. It prevents scarring for burns. And put vitamin e on it.

whoppi 16 Sep 2011
I dont know about egg whites but they said not to put vitiamim E . Thank you
whoppi 6 May 2011
i am 9 weeks an my face is still red and blotchy
laser co2 para el acne-norman waits 30 Jul 2011

As is the recovery time after a laser surgery. I have a deep acne scars is this type of treatment is good for his type of scars?

dr sam 7 May 2012
i am a beautician with a special training on microdermabration,laser skin resurfacing,slimlipo,photofacial,etc. from experience i found out that after a laser procedure the down time and after time recovery period depends upon individual skin type,lifestyle,and or professionalim of the easthetician or therapist. but however professional advice must seek before geting a laser treatment.
mama3boys 15 May 2012
E-mail me your addr and I will send you a small jar of the Brenese Facial cream. I am confident it will help.
Vegasmom 16 May 2012

Thanks for you post and your pic. I have had 5 Fraxel treatment and 1 Pixel and 3 chem peels. I still an not quite satisfied with how I look. Idk if there is any way to truly get rid of acne scars but I'm sill to try anything. I was wondering about the CO2. I heard it's very harsh

dr sam 24 May 2012
Fractional CO2 laser is very effective and the result last longer,Co2 laser resurfacing is risk and hars to the skin although if is done by a professional its has the best result ever.

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