My dermatologist prescribed initially some antibiotic(1 month) which was useful to certain extend but it never stopped those nodular and cysticacne. Finally he prescribed accutane(1 month --20mg everday) and within 20 days the acne cleared with all dark brown spots. Also I have acne scars from previous acnes and these new ones as well. For those he suggested dermaroller. Will it be safe to use dermaroller if I stop accutane now and do it after 10-15 days with tha above mentioned dose?
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I have a similar patient who has this condition, EDS had different types, some affecting the skin more than others. This is a genetic condition that has effects on collagen. You are indeed correct, facelifts do not last very long, and laxity comes back within 6-12 months. My patient had 2 face ...
It can definitely help. With a 2 mm roller, you will need local numbing cream and after that some antibiotic cover (out of safety).Best for rolling, tethered and atrophic scars. Video below to show you how to roll properly, and also the evolution of skin needling. Insulated Energy Micro needling...
In the US, legally we have to advise you to goto 0.25mm at home. In the office, we can go to 1.75-2.0 mm without problem. Like Dr Schwartz I do not like rolling on the neck- too much ripping and tearing of the skin, thus leaving marks. Best use a stamping device. See the attached video for how ...
