for the 1540 laser using the XD tip. for skin type 3, what is typical fluence settings for collagen stimulation and how many passes full face treatment?
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September 6, 2016
Answer: ICON XD 1540 laser settings for collagen stimulation
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Good morning! The grid pattern resulting from your previous laser may be related to the type of laser that was used. It may have been an ablative laser rather than a safer, nonablative one. For further treatment, you may want to consider something like a 1540...
The best course of action is to use Hydroquinone, Retin-A, and combine with Vitamin C and sun screen. You may also need chemical peels to help this process. Best, Dr. Green
Yes, I sometimes do prescribe Stratamed gel after fractional laser, especially for keloid scars. Use your Specialist guide, as we all have different post op care. Use this for as long as YOUR specialist has asked you to. If I am treating keloid or hypertrophic scars, 6 months use. Other a...