How long should facial swelling last after subcision and fractional laser surgery? (photo)

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24 hours post treatment the swelling on my cheeks has not reduced at all.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

The amount of inflammation may put you at risk for PIE and PIH. I would suggest Melarase AM and Melarase PM creams followed by pulsed dye laser. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Subcsion and laser can vary - depends on the type of laser, energy, density, passes, wavelength, combinations, - your plastics or dermatologist would always give you a guide. Same with subcision. This procedure is extremely variable- it can be done with a delicate 30G needle, or extensive multi-layer subcision using a NOKOR 18G needle to extensive areas. Swelling may last 20 minutes, all the way to 10 days. Your specialist will always tell you of the expected progress post operatively. This is because we can tell how much tethering you have - had once we conduct the procedure. Other variables include your healing time, and if you are on any medications. A quick phone call to your specialist will give you the answer as he or she can refer to their operation notes. Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

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