CO2 Laser redness/indentations/acne. It's been 6 months. What can I do?

November 20, 2018
Asked By:boite9 in San Diego, CA

What can I do? Had PS/neck/face/upper eyelids/brow with CO2 laser. Going on 6 months. Surgeon's RN says they haven't seen this for so long. They were going to do IPL, but when the RN saw me she said it wouldn't be advised. Skin texture is like an orange with grooves from the laser. Why is it taking so long? Anyone know?....GIMME MY WRINKLES BACK!! Devastating.

Answers (2)

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VOTED MOST HELPFUL
November 21, 2018

Answer: Improving Skin after Co2--try fraxel, microneedling/prp, radiofrequency, sculptra, skin care, Cosmelan

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
November 21, 2018

Answer: Improving Skin after Co2--try fraxel, microneedling/prp, radiofrequency, sculptra, skin care, Cosmelan

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
MOST RECENT
November 21, 2018

Answer: Continued skin irritation 6 months after CO2 laser

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November 21, 2018

Answer: Continued skin irritation 6 months after CO2 laser

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