When to stop getting PDL for pink skin? (photo)

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I have had two PDL sessions to help heal post inflammatory erythema (PIE) pink skin caused by trauma. My skin looks pretty good now, but there is a faint pink shadow. 1) It's worse in my right eyebrow and I THINK the PIE skin feels a little bit raised (does that make it a scar?) It's been 11 months since the trauma. 2) Are there risks to getting PDL when you don't really need it? (Do I still need PDL treatments?) How do you know when to stop? Thanks so much for your help, appreciate it.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Pulsed dye laser remains the gold standard for PIE. I would combine the PDL with Limelight IPL to further enhance results. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

a Yag or Ruby laser can also help improve post inflammatory erythema, but you can also use lightening creams or have a chemical peel. Please consult an expert cosmetic dermatologist to discuss the best and safest treatment options for your PIE. Best, Dr. Emer

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Pulsed dye lasers are great for pink or red skin or PIE.
Efficacy from pulsed dye lasers is related to destruction of blood vessels with expected bruising and unfortunately, potential for hyperpigmentation, hence the need to use such products. Link is provided for more information.
V Beam is a pulsed dye laser. 
Pulsed dye laser can cause bruising and swelling and I precondition and treat my patients with a bioflavonoid product called Swell-x pt (post treatment) and also an oral supplement for PIH relief called Scler-X and I find them to be effective. 
For hyperpigmentation relief we use a HQ and non HQ based creams in  the U.S. called Melarase.
Hratch L Karamanoukian MD FACS

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Always be guided by your specialist. Often with PIE or redness, spacing treatments 2-4 months apart can help. Base line photos will tell the story and improvement. Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane, Australia.

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