Sciton BBL. Is it possible that they burned me? (Photo)

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I had the Sciton BBL done because I have rosacea and it was sold to me as a "no down time" procedure. I had never had a procedure done, so I didn't know that they were supposed to spot test my skin. She did not numb me. She did a pass over my entire face. Then, she noticed some sun damage and went back for a second pass on those areas. I guess she thought she was giving me a little "extra" for no additional charge.

Shalini Gupta, MD · Answer

BBL targets pigmentation and blood vessels in the skin and generates heat in the process.  It is possible to get a burn from BBL and it appears your skin is sloughing abnormally in the mid cheek area. Do see your treating physician and ask for guidance on how to care for the skin so you have the best chance of healing normally.

Bhavlene Panesar, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I am sorry you are experiencing this reaction.
BroadBand Light is used to target pigment and blood vessels under the skin that have resulted from sun damage or rosacea.  During this process, heat is generated and if the skin has not been assessed properly or if there is an underlying tan, then the light may absorbed by the overlying pigment and cause a burn. 
In this case you need to contact your provider immediately so that the tissue can dealt with properly to improve healing and prevent any scaring.  
It is always important to be seen by a practitioner with experience in dealing with different skin types and quality to ensure the best results. Good luck.

Stanley Kovak, MD · Answer

The energy delivered by the BBL heats up the upper layers of your skin.and blood vessels.  Too much of any energy can cause a burning so it is important to go to a provider who has experience utilizing the BBL with different skin types.  I would call your treating physician and ask for a follow-up visit so you can discuss proper healing of your skin.  Thank you for your question and I hope that helped.  Report

Lisa Liberatore, MD · Answer

The BBL device uses energy to target different parts of the skin and therefore it is possible to use too much energy and create a burn.Sometimes the final effect of the treatment is not visualized until later in the day.

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