It’s such a great feeling knowing you can go to Dr. Nat and consistently get great service from the front desk, Dr. Nat & his Nurses! On top of that you receive high quality procedures! I have had cancerous moles removed, boxtox, facials and lazer rejuvenation. A+ on all from me! I wish more doctor’s would run their office as effectively as Dr. Nat does. Thanks for always giving me your best!
Hello! In response to your question, is it safe to have microdermabrasion and LED therapy while taking doxycycline, the answer is yes, it is safe. If your skin is feeling sensitive, it may be because you are using topical treatments as part of your treatment regimen. Be cautious of microdermabrasion if your skin feels sensitive as that can be pretty irritating. If your using a trentinoin (or Retin A) at night, you probably don't need microdermabrasion at this time, as you are already getting quite a bit of exfoliation in your daily routine. Hope all goes well for you! Sincerely, Gerard Nat, M.D. Downey, CA
Though the photos are very helpful and well done, this is a situation in which I would really like to see your skin face to face, and be able to evaluate it. Dermatology is very visual and it would enable me to give you a proper evaluation, diagnosis, and make a treatment plan. I want to partner with you to get this problem taken care of for you. You may need a prescription medication but I wouldn't know for sure unless you come in for an evaluation. I am confident that we can make it better. Please call my office at your convenience if you would like to be evaluated. (562)904-6116. Hope to meet you soon. Sincerely, Gerard Nat, M.D. Downey, CA
Non-surgical options for treating under eye bags are getting proper rest, using eye creams that contain caffeine to tighten the skin, injectable fillers, and use of concealer to make them appear less noticeable. They are not caused by a virus. The likelihood is that these are hereditary and inherited from your parents and grandparents. If the eye bags contain fat, there is an option to liposuction it out, but that's an invasive procedure Lasers can tighten the skin somewhat and improve the look of them without surgery, but it's difficult to say what is causing them without being properly examined. For best results and treatment options, see a local dermatologist, plastic surgeon or opthamologist for a thorough exam.
The Gentlelase is a consistent, effective and safe laser to treat this issue. Some patients have a "hivey" type of response after the treatment. Your body is producing histamines in response to the assault on your follicles. This exaggerated inflammatory response is tough to deal with for the patient, but it's temporary (1-3 days) and the results are worth it. The more inflammation you experience, the more effective the treatment! Comfort measures can be anti-inflammatory creams, oral anti-inflammatories such as Motrin or Aleve, and application of ice packs 3-4 times for the first day can help make you more comfortable. We have been treating patients for 18 years, and this reaction is rare but manageable.
VBeam is superior for reducing and eliminating redness from capillaries too close to the surface of the skin. The heat light and energy of the laser drives the blood vessel back down into the mid-dermis where it belongs and they will not be visible anymore. It's a 20 minute treatment, after which you may experience redness, puffiness and tenderness of the treated skin for 1-3 days. It's critical to wear a sunscreen for at least 30 days after the treatment, as your skin will be a little more susceptible to picking up the rays of the sun. We have been treating patients with this type of concern for 18 years and the Vbeam is a consistent winner that effectively solves this problem.
