Which would be a better option for acne , acne scars and large pores? How many days or weeks are in between each session? I have olive skin colour and quite oily too.
April 12, 2011
Answer: For acne scars you may need something stronger like Fraxel
For pore size a chemical peel or IPL photofacial will work (however both require a series of treatments), but if you really do have acne scars these are usually deeper and require a stronger treatment like Fraxel or fractional CO2 resurfacing. With these treatments, they are more aggressive but you only need 1 treatment.
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April 12, 2011
Answer: For acne scars you may need something stronger like Fraxel
For pore size a chemical peel or IPL photofacial will work (however both require a series of treatments), but if you really do have acne scars these are usually deeper and require a stronger treatment like Fraxel or fractional CO2 resurfacing. With these treatments, they are more aggressive but you only need 1 treatment.
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November 16, 2015
Answer: Agree with Dr. Kabaker.
Overall, a series of 5 or 6 fotofacials will improve pore size. However the effects for more dramatic acne scars is minor. Chemical peels are at best neutral on pore size. Initially though stronger peels may make pores look slightly more prominent while healing. Occasionally these modalities can be combined with precise placement of hyaluronic acid filler to support the skin. This can be very helpful with certain acne scars. Ultimately there is no substitute for an actual consultation.
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November 16, 2015
Answer: Agree with Dr. Kabaker.
Overall, a series of 5 or 6 fotofacials will improve pore size. However the effects for more dramatic acne scars is minor. Chemical peels are at best neutral on pore size. Initially though stronger peels may make pores look slightly more prominent while healing. Occasionally these modalities can be combined with precise placement of hyaluronic acid filler to support the skin. This can be very helpful with certain acne scars. Ultimately there is no substitute for an actual consultation.
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