My motivation was to get rid off cellulite dimples. The first few photos are the before and right after the procedure. The last one is the most recent. I still have a little bit of the dimple on now side but it should get better as time goes by. The procedure was worth it at least for me. Everyone responds and heals differently. The actual procedure didn’t hurt other than the numbing aspect of it. Once the numbing was gone, there was pain but nothing major that I could not handle. Bruising lasted for several weeks. I used the icing method for the first week. Then, after one week, I used a heating/vibration pad with mild heat to get the blood circulating going and help with the bruising. I did that for 30 minutes and then iced it. Pros Minimal invasive procedure. Fast recovery. Great results. Cons Painful when sitting for a long period of time. Lots of bruising.
A lip flip refers to an injection of Botox or other toxin at the upper lip border to try to evert the lip out and give the illusion of a fuller lip. Filler is an injection of hyaluronic acid directly into the lip to increase volume. The lip flip will alter your ability to drink from a cup or straw a little and some people do not like this, but it only lasts up to 4 months so if you don't like it it won't last that long. The lip flip is very subtle and in some people doesn't really give a great result. Because it only takes about 4 units of toxin it won't cost much so maybe give it a try!
I think for what you are describing as your concerns a surgeon is what you need. Possibly rhinoplasty with chin implant. Fillers are an option for the chin projection but it will take a lot of filler and is not permanent. In regards to the nose asymmetry filler will not correct this issue as well as surgery and again is not permanent. In addition, you will need to find a skilled injector who can get you the result you are looking for. I would see a plastic surgeon for consultation.
The short answer is no. For my fractionated CO2 laser patients I usually do greasy wound care for a week at least with vinegar soaks for 48 hours. At 2 weeks post laser the skin is usually fully healed and maybe slightly pink. At that point if everything is healed I recommend resuming the regular skin regimen. Some people may get some milia after this laser which is why I'm guessing your doctor suggests the microdermabrasion? Maybe ask them why you need this. All doctors have their own way of doing things based off of experience.
I have not seen PRP injections work well and there is almost nothing in the literature to support it does. Whatever improvement is seen after the injections are done is short lived. I usually address this with Restylane injections. Works well, results are instant and lasts up to a year.
Yes, you can do them together. In fact I always advise my patient to do everything they are willing to do to save their hair for male/female pattern hair loss. The more you do the better. I like Viviscal Pro, topical minoxidil and PRP together. Females can take spironolactone as well. In regards to PRP effectiveness there is no perfect answer as we all react differently. I have seen some patients not respond at all and some with great results. You need to go in with realistic expectations and results area variable.
