Hi there, I have been exclusively breastfeeding my 6 month old baby since birth. I am wondering if it’s safe to get some type of facial rejuvenation treatment during this time. I have had one doctor say he won’t do a vampire facial (skin needling with PRP) because of the topical numbing agent used prior to treatment, but, if topical are of concern, could I still do a treatment if I pump and dump? Same question applies to other treatments like Fraxel or CoolTouch. Thanks!
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Our office has many different treatments for scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Scars require a combination approach using our HI DEF protocol which uses a combination of lasers, topical scar modulation, and RF treatments to pixelate scars, improve contour, reduce...
Microneedling will stimulate collagen production superficially in the skin and help with fine lines and uneven skin texture. It does not improve face volume. I would consider a filler such as Sculptra Aesthethic if you are looking to correct volume loss.
Yes, you can do the two treatment separately, but keep in mind, a combination approach is needed to improve acne scars. Acne scar treatment needs a combination approach for improvement. For the best results, one should target the acne scar type. As everyone has a unique pattern of acne ...