Can you get Vbeam laser treatments too close together?

Question

I am receiving VBeam treatments for my post inflammatory hyper pigmentation. My doctor has spaced them 2 weeks apart. I have heard most people space them 3-4 weeks apart. If I space them further apart will I get better results? What is the benefit to spacing them close together?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Vbeam is not a treatment for PIH, I suggest seeking the advice of a laser expert before continuing more treatments.  If Vbeam is performed with "subpurpuric" settings, meaning you do not get bruised, you can do treatments as early as 5-7 days after the previous treatment.  If you are bruised after treatment, I suggest waiting at least 2 weeks.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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 also use it in our office for facial skin inflammation, keloids, and hypertrophic scarring. It is an important part of scar therapy. Vbeam can be combined with chemical peels and other lasers, but experience with the treatment is essential. The Vbeam laser does not affect deeper tissue. Schedule a consultation with an expert in Vbeam and you will find it to be an excellent modality for many skin types. 
 
Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Can you get Vbeam laser treatments too close together?

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