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Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery. Best,Dr. Karamanoukian Realself100 Surgeon
Dear Florida,Great question.Some skin types are more prone to hyper or hypo pigmentations after procedures that cause trauma to the skin.Light chemical peels, and microneedling with prp treatments may be of benefit.Protect your skin daily with spf 30+ to prevent sun damage hyperpigmentation.Best. Dr Brecht Seattle, Wa
After a light chemical peel, patients have to avoid the sun for about a week or two. After a medium or deep peel it is best to avoid the sun for about one to three months. This allows fresh new skin to heal properly.
While your skin is exfoliating or experiencing minor peeling after your treatment, we recommend staying away from strong product ingredients at home. It is best to stay gentle with your cleanser and moisturizer and always remember your daily SPF.
As you've guessed, it's not good to pick at scabs while healing from a chemical peel. Hygiene and topical treatment according to your practitioner should be all that you do. It's possible that things worsened just as a part of the normal healing process. However, there are multiple lesions...