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Riding Thru the Storm - Clackamas, OR

Name: Riding Thru the Storm - Clackamas, OR
Item: James Chan, MD
Rating: 5
Author: suzann2008

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I had the CO2 Laser procedure done yesterday. I...

suzann2008October 3, 2013

$2,400

I had the CO2 Laser procedure done yesterday. I am not one for vicodan or valium so I chose a different pain med - that wouldn't make me fuzzy. The procedure was kinda painful, in different areas of the face more than others. About an hour after the procedure and all of the cool towels, I was able to drive myself home. I got home, and in about 4 hours or so, my face started getting more and more puffy..... It has gotten worse .... the pain meds are good for the pain - but more personally, I am more bothered by the swelling around the eyes. I told my friends that it looks like I got an extremely bad sunburn and then fell face first into a bee hive.

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James Chan, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 82 Reviews

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Replies (8)

Eva G

October 5, 2013

Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. What did you opt for to reduce the pain during the procedure?

suzann2008

October 5, 2013

I used Anaprox - a prescription strength of Aleve - naproxen sodium. I hate the fuzzy feelings of things like vicoden.... It has been my go-to med when I have had pain from dental stuff or medical procedures. They did use the lidocaine around my face to kill the pain. I have been taking pics thru the process, and will post them in a week or so. It has only been 4 days. The swelling is down considerably. Ice and cool cloths have helped. Starting to get the itchies..... mostly around the mouth and chin. The gunk that I am slathering on my face for moisture is thick like vaseline - and my hair is well greased.... looking forward to washing my hair.....

Eva G

October 5, 2013

Hey there :) Thanks for the info, I have not heard of Anaprox before, glad it worked well for you. Happy healing, remember to drink lots of water and provide your body with excellent nutrition!

KAT1963

October 9, 2013

Thank you so much for your review! I also think I will ask for the Anaprox, the other things do nothing for me then make me feel like I'm in outer space. Can't wait to see your pictures!! Happy Healing!!!