I had a fully ablative co2 laser (not fractionated) procedure done 2 months ago on my cheek for a scar. I'm wondering how long my skin will be red and shiny for? Will the shininess and redness ever really go away?
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May 30, 2018
Answer: Improving Skin after Co2--try fraxel, microneedling/prp, radiofrequency, sculptra, skin care, Cosmelan
Hi Bandon,
Stacking CO2 passes around the mouth will be helpful with fine lines, texture, sun spots, tone and general quality of your skin. The skin around the mouth is thick and can handle a deep aggressive treatment.
Typical settings around the mouth, nose, and...
In my opinion, treatment with the CO2 laser would not be first line therapy for hypopigmentation. Indeed, ablative CO2 laser has been known to cause hypopigmentation. Narrow wave UVB or excimer laser are specialized wavelengths that are utilized for hypopigmentation. Small areas...
I recommend following up with your Doctor for after care. I recommend skin care with vitamin c, b5 hydrator, silicone based scar gels with growth factors and enzymatic washes with papaya enzyme. PDT therapy can help calm inflammation. Typically I recommend adding clear and brill...
