Persistent red telangiectasias after 3 sessions of Vbeam, should settings/frequency be increased?

Question

2 years ago I was treated for an AK on my cheek with efudex. It worked but left a persistent circle of redness on my cheek. I have Ehlers Danlos. My skin has always tolerated lasers well. After a skin biopsy showing scarring, I have had 3 v beam (after test spots) treatments on it. The first week it is red and swollen, then lightens a little but then it comes back. Settings are: 595nm, 7.5j, 10mm spot, 6msec pulse. Should they be increased, done more frequently, will it just take time?

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

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