Does the v-beam laser harm breast implants if used on under breast scars?

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I had the vbeam laser treatment done to my breast augmentation scars (crease under the breast) and I am wondering if the laser could have done harm to my implants? I don't have any symptoms but am curious if it would penetrate that far. Thanks!

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.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

A V-beam laser treatment to the skin will stay relatively superficial, so it would not harm breast implants that are much deeper to the skin.

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