Dark Spots After Yag Laser Treatment

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I got dark spots after a Yag laser tightening treatment. I never had dark spots before. Now I have dark areas on my face. Why did this happen and what can I do about it?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

The dark spots can be improved dramatically by using a retinoid and hydroquinone.  Ask your doctor to prescribe these three to four weeks before your next treatment.

Roya Kohani, MD, FACP · Answer

Thank you for your question.  You did not mention how long ago you had the YAG treatment.  You can expect pigmented lesions to turn gray or dark after treatment.  As the skin heals, in 7-14 days, the spot will slough off.  Be sure to not pick or rub at the lesions.  If the dark spots have been there longer than a month, you may have some hyperpigmentation.  You can treat these with 4% hydroquinone and a Retin-A.  I hope that answer helps.

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