I had a pulse dye laser treatment for a red spot on my face (I have rosecea). I ended up with quite a bruise. Is this normal? Is it possible I might scar or have permanent discolouration? How long does it take to resolve and what can I do to speed up the process?
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Answer: Plato's Bruise Balm after pulsed dye laser
I would suggest that the first line treatment would be to address the macular amyloidosis, which is often with appropriate topical corticosteroids. Once this treatment is optimized, then of any laser, I would suggest a Q-switched laser for pigmentation as the best option to deal with the ...
Vbeam laser is an excellent modality for patients who have rosacea, blushing of the skin, facial and body telangiectasia, spider veins, redness, post surgical redness, and skin flushing. It is a safe procedure that can be used at varying depths to help treat micro blood vessels in the skin. We...
