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How Long Does Redness Last After V Beam?

I had V Beam treatment a week ago for broken blood vessels on face, and had a significant swelling that subsided after a few days. However, I still...

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More Spider Veins from Candela Vbeam Laser Vein Treatment?

I've noticed that more spider veins have appeared on the treated areas after the first session. I'm still due for a second round, though,...

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Treatment for V Beam Bruises?

I have very obvious bruising from the V Beam treatment I had on 5/8/09- looks like chicken pox on my nose & inner cheek area. When can I expect...

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V Beam Laser Caused an Edema. What Can I Do?

Hello, Three months ago I had my final candela v beam treatment. After the procedure I was extremely swollen on right side of face. This edema has...

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Bruising Necessary to Achieve Results from V Beam for Rosacea?

I had a vbeam treatment done this week and the doctor advised me that it is not necessary to bruise the skin in order to clear redness and broken...

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How Can I Fix Hypopigmentation After VBeam?

I have a lighter circular footprint spot from vbeam laser that was done on my forehead 5 years ago for pinkish post acne mark which i regret doing...

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More Redness After V Beam for Facial Veins

I had V Beam treatment for small facial veins on my face four weeks ago. I instantly had scabs in the areas the doctor treated. They fell off a few...

How Long After a V-Beam Treatment Can I Start Getting a Tan?

I just had purpuric V-Beam about 12 days ago. When can I start getting a getting a mild tan? I only play to stay out in the sun for 20-30 minutes at a...

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Not Much Improvement After Initial V-Beam Treatment

Hi, I had my VBeam last month and I still don't see much improvement in redness of my acne scars. Does it take more treatments to expect any...

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V Beam and Facial Fat Loss

I had v beam treatment 8 months ago and I now have facial fat loss. I had V beam laser done that was turned on too high and caused blisters which left...

No Results After First IPL/V-Beam Treatment

I had one IPL, v-beam laser treatment 10-days ago and still do not see any difference in the condition of my skin. All the same red marks, red-blotchy...

How Long Should You Wait Before Weightlifting After Vbeam Treatment?

How long should you wait before weightlifting after getting a vbeam treatment for redness on the neck and chest?

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How Soon After VBeam Can I Have Brief Sun Exposure?

How soon after VBeam that didn't leave bruising or much redness can I walk to my car a few times a day which takes a couple minutes each time? Thanks!

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Will V-Beam Be More Effective if I Induce a Flare Up Right Before Treatment?

I'm curious to know if causing a flare up right before I get my laser done would make it more effective. Would this bring the vessels to the...

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What is the Highest Power Setting That V-Beam Can Go To? (How Many Joules?)

I have had 2 V-Beam treatments for red marks on my face. The first at 8.75 Joules and the second at 9.25 Joules. Only one red mark ever has purpura,...

What to Do After Unsuccessful IPL and V-Beam Treatments for Redness?

I've tried two IPL's, and recently a V-Beam treatment (about 2 weeks ago) for the treatment of persistent redness on my nose and cheeks. Also...

Trouble Clearing Up Rosacea Redness with V-Beam - More Aggressive Settings?

I've had two (very spread apart) treatments with the V-Beam for redness on my nose, cheeks, and chin. It seems like every time I go in for...

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Does V Beam Destroy the Veins of Your Face?

I really want to know about the side effects of v beam. Is it possible v beam could bring any serious side effects? I heard v beam destroys the vein...

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I Have Had Laser Treatment, 8 Days Later Face is Red Raw!! is This Normal?

Hi i had v bean treatment 10 days ago, bruising cleared at day 5, but day 8 while i was going for lunch, i felt hugh heat from my face, it has been...

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My Scars Are Still Red After 10 Days of V-Beam Treatment - Any Alternatives?

I had 4 fraxel treatments 5 months ago and vbeam 10 days back. I still see scars with redness with out any improvement. I heard VBeam removes redness...

What is the Typical Effective V Beam Setting for Treatment of Generalized Flushing?

I am a fair skinned, red haired 43 year old with diffuse redness on my face. A dermatologist I was referred to recommended I have 2-3 treatments of V...

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Can a Mole Reform After the V Beam?

Hi, yesterday I got the V beam done on two circular scars on my face. I got two benign moles removed from my face about a year ago for cosmetic...

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Will Persistant Redness Eventually Fade After Multiple Vbeam Perfecta PDL Treatments?

I have had several Vbeam Perfecta PDL treatments for a small blood vessel above my lip over the last year. It has been 5 weeks since my last...

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Is It Normal to Peel a Lot After IPL, V-Beam & Blu-light Laser Treatments?

I had a laser treatment a week ago using 3 different types of laser, IPL, V-Beam, and Blu-light. Now my face is profusely peeling, not just flaking....

I Received a Few Vbeam Pulses on Top of the Cheek Bone Area. One Spot Still Red 6 Days Later, Is This Normal?

It seems as though there is increased telangectasias and redness on one exact pulse spot; it has been 6 days. Is it possible to have increased redness...

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How Long After a V-Beam Laser Treatment Should You Continue Sun Prevention?

I've done 3 v-beam treatments over the course of a few months now. It's become hot and sunny recently and since it has my face has been...

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I Have Had 1 Vbeam Treatment 1 Week Ago but Have Not Seen Any Improvement at All. Options?

1 week post-op Vbeam with seeing improvement at all. What do you suggest I ask the physician assistant to do to make the vbeam more effective? I heard...

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Using Facial Toners After an IPL/V-Beam Treatments?

I have always used a toner or astringent as a part of facial cleansing routine; but would like to know if it is OK to continue after having laser...

Can Vbeam Leave Permanent Burn Marks or Hyperpigmentation?

I had the treatment done on old strech marks on my tummy and have dark red marks really worried sick

Have Had 2 VBeam Treatments for Rosacea but No Improvement, What Can I Do To See Results from VBeam Treatments?

I get red bumps reduced with creams & antibiotics before doing vbeam again? or does it not make a difference? setting on 2nd was 6 millimeters? +...

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V-beam Recovery, Is Delayed Pinkness Common?

Hello, I got a vbeam treatment earlier this week on the tip of my nose, and for the first few days after treatment, the pigment was the same color as...

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Options For Increased Dialated Capillaries Post Vbeam

I had a quick question for the doctor. I recently received a couple pulses of vbeam for dilated capillaries right under the dark circles under my eyes...

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Normal Post V-beam For A Red Spot To Be Redder?

Hello. I just got a single spot v-beamed yesterday . It was a blemish that had healed about a week ago, but there was still a red spot that hadn't...

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Swelling and Redness Nearly 1 Week After V Beam, Is This Normal?

I had v beam 5 days go and still have swelling and lots of redness

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Lips Are Permanently Damaged Due to a V-Beam Laser Treatment - Options?

Is there any procedure I can do to improve the burned tissue? Anything I can do which will help them retain moisture? The V-Beam burn was a year ago....

Problem with Laser V-beam Perfecta. Used To Treat A Burst Blood Vessel, But Make Worse? (photo)

I have laser v-beam under my eye for a little burst blood vessel,bad bad result.the laser make a purpura were a have my little burst blood vessel,but...

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How Soon Can I Fly After Recieving a Vbeam Procedure?

I am considering to have a Vbeam procedure. I travel a lot for business so if I have a procedure done on a Friday would there be affects on my results...

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Is There a Permanent Treatment for Telangiectasias ("broken Capillaries")?

My dermatologist treats me with a dye laser. I wear sunscreen and don't smoke, but the veins on my nostrils always return in 8 -10 mos. I think he...

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I Had Vbeam for Bruising After Injectables Now a Lump Has Shown Up Where Bruise Was, Is this Common? (photo)

The bruising is almost all gone in all areas except the one under the eye and now it is raised or swollen. It was not before the vbeam. Is this common...

V Beam Treatment Without Distance Gauge, Should I Be Concerned?

My dermatologist always does v beam treatment without attaching distance gauge to handpiece. He says it is ok, but I'm worried. Could there be any...

Will Niacin Increase Effectiveness with V-Beam for Rosacea?

I've had two purpuric V-beam sessions, and I haven't seen any improvement. My doctor noted I would see some improvement after the second...

Is It Normal to Have Redness and Burning Sensation 10 Days After VBeam?

I have had 5 VBeam treatments for flushing and a broken capillaries from rosacea. I was getting steady improvement over the course of the treatments....

Damage Done by Vbeam. Any Way To Correct This?

I have had two vbeam treatment done the first in feb. and the second in march. I am only 23 years old and it has left my skin with a crepey thin...

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