I have suffered from acne throughout my life. It's definitely related to hormones and stress. I can't use spironolactone or hormonal birth control because, at 40, I can't stand the side effects of messing with my hormones. I also don't want to take daily antibiotics. Or accutane- which has mental side effects as well. Creams like clindamyacin and retin-a have little effect if any. I preface my review this way so you can see I try everything possible. However- the cystic, deep acne plagued me for years. I could lighten the breakouts by eating perfectly- no dairy, pork, or alcohol seemed to help a little, but with any stress, the acne would resume. So I spent $3000 for 3 aviclear laser treatments. It's not painful- just cold and they have to really press the instrument into your face so it's uncomfortable but not painful. I never had to ask for a break. I'd Rate it a 2 or 3 on a 1-10 pain scale. It's in line with an IPL. It's weird being rubbed down w acetone but I found that it didn't dry my skin too much or cause any long term challenge. I did experience purging but it was no worse than any other breakout. And! I was very pleased that from the first treatment, the purging breakouts were less deep and quicker to heal. I am one month out from my last appt and my skin is 99% clear. I can eat cheese!! It was expensive but totally worth it. I would say results are better than accutane. This has been the most effective, most worth it treatment I have done. I highly recommend it.
I had labiaplasty by Dr. Green and very happy with the service and care that he provided. The stuff that works with him very nice and personable. Happy with my results. I'm a picky customer and Dr. been very patient with me.