I am aging and in combination with ice pick scarring, box car scarring, and rolling scars I thought its was time to find a highly qualified Dermatologic Surgeon. My motivation for undergoing this procedure was to have a more refined texture, improvement of acne scarring, and tightening of somewhat loose skin. I just had the procedure today so I will keep everyone updated. I was given valium prior to the procedure. The procedure itself was tolerable but as soon as you are finished you are in a world of pain and burning. I would recommend asking her to write you a painkiller prescription to ease the pain afterwards. I would insist on her writing it for you before you get there because they do not car pain killers there (better safe than sorry like I was lol). You must have a driver if you go the oral sedation route but in all honesty I could not fathom no oral sedatives (valium) and painkillers. It would be too much to bear:( The staff is very good with their mannerisms and trying to help all they can to ease your pain.
IPL can also be used for hair removal. Your technician's hesitancy about treating the hairline and temples is not unfounded. Not only can she singe the hair above the skin and possibly cause a burn, she could also permanently damage the follicle below, preventing the hair from growing back. Perhaps consult your dermatologist about a topical cream solution for those areas. Good luck!
