What is more effective: 5 sessions of microneedling or 1 session of CO2RE laser to treat static wrinkles, fine lines and large pores? And also to improve the complexion in general, tighten the skin up a bit and create a more youthful look? I'm 35 years old and have some fine lines, few static wrinkles and my pores are very large and I have few small acne scars.
July 9, 2019
Answer: Microneedling versus CO2 Great question, thank you! These are both great options for all of your concerns. What it will come down to is how much downtime you would like to have and how often you would like to return to your provider to get these treatments. The CO2 laser resurfacing is an amazing tool to overall freshen your face, tighten fine lines/wrinkles, minimize discoloration/pigmentation, brighten your tone, improve your texture and help with acne scarring. Yet, the downtime with this is often a full week of swelling and redness and then another few weeks of redness (everyone is different). Microneedling with radiofrequency and PRP is another amazing tool/treatment. It works to increase collagen production thereby improving your skin tone/texture, tightening your skin, and minimizing acne scarring. Often the downtime is a day or two depending on how deep your provider treats. You can't go wrong with either option, it ultimately is up to you to determine what you would like to do. Whichever option you decide make sure you continue a good skincare routine and sun protection as both will help to maintain your investment! Thanks again for your question. Best wishes, Dr. Lindsay J. Sturm.
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July 9, 2019
Answer: Microneedling versus CO2 Great question, thank you! These are both great options for all of your concerns. What it will come down to is how much downtime you would like to have and how often you would like to return to your provider to get these treatments. The CO2 laser resurfacing is an amazing tool to overall freshen your face, tighten fine lines/wrinkles, minimize discoloration/pigmentation, brighten your tone, improve your texture and help with acne scarring. Yet, the downtime with this is often a full week of swelling and redness and then another few weeks of redness (everyone is different). Microneedling with radiofrequency and PRP is another amazing tool/treatment. It works to increase collagen production thereby improving your skin tone/texture, tightening your skin, and minimizing acne scarring. Often the downtime is a day or two depending on how deep your provider treats. You can't go wrong with either option, it ultimately is up to you to determine what you would like to do. Whichever option you decide make sure you continue a good skincare routine and sun protection as both will help to maintain your investment! Thanks again for your question. Best wishes, Dr. Lindsay J. Sturm.
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