Will smiling affect the results of fractional co2 laser?

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I want to ask does smiling during the healing process after doing fractional co2 laser will make wrinkles around the mouth area worst or no progress of improving at all?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

It is key to moisten the skin after laser treatment with topical ointments. Once the skin heals, I would suggest the Melarase cream program to help with pigmentation. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

there is no reason smiling, talking or moving would influence the results of co2 laser.  What does is the physician performing the procedure and the use of PRP immediatley post treatment and sculptra before.  Best, Dr. Emer.

J. Matthew Knight, MD · Answer

Hi.  The removal of tissue with CO2 is essentially instantaneous, and the long-term effect on new collagen formation takes months.  The movement of the muscles and overlying skin after your procedure (i.e. smiling, chewing) will have no impact on your long-term results.  Hope that helped.

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