What can be done for burns and scars from CO2 laser?

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had procedure 6/11/18. I'm 63. Needless to say, I've not had once minute of pleasure from the 25K I've spent on the entire procedures. Doctor is very nice, and is working with me to try to solve these issues. He suggested photofacial (IPL)? My skin still burns and I'm not sure how this will help, since your capillaries come back. The thought of slapping rubber bands (what this treatment might feel like) against my burned scarred face, isn't what I want to look forward to. Any thoughts, ideas?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend getting a consultation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Burns need a combination of:
1) healing lasers and light such as aerolase or laser genesis and LED therapy with light stim
2) topical growth factors, stem cells, antioxidants
3) oxygen facials
4) platelet rich plasma and A cell topically
5) sun protection
After 6-12 weeks you can treat for hyperpigmentation with cosmelan peels, hydroquinone, retinol or non ablative lasers like clear and brilliant or radiofrequency like venus viva. Best, Dr. Emer

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

This is unfortunate. Anyone doing laser should be responsible for adverse reactions. I agree with Dr Emer-1. Wound care. LED therapy2. Silicone dressing at night3. Very dilute steroid injections IF INDICATED4. PDL or vascular lasers. 5. Sun protection 6. PRP etc. with low power microneedling for penetration can help (later on). This can be easily treated by experts . All the best, Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane.

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