I am a 59 year old woman with wrinkles and freckling. I am fair skinned, but I tan very, very fast and dark when in the sun. Am I a good candidate for CO2 laser resurfacing?
August 20, 2019
Answer: CO2 Laser?? Hello and thank you for your question. Yes, yes, yes. I have no pictures but you are certainly a candidate. Active FX and deep FX are wonderful treatments for the "aging" face.These two techniques are often done at the same time, particularly if you have some deep wrinkles. This is an ablative procedure that leaves your face with new skin and a refreshed appearance. Can you stay out of the sun?? Very important to stay out of the sun post procedure as you have baby fresh skin that can burn easily. Talk with a provider in your area and see how CO2 Laser treatments can improve your appearance. Best of luck to you!
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August 20, 2019
Answer: CO2 Laser?? Hello and thank you for your question. Yes, yes, yes. I have no pictures but you are certainly a candidate. Active FX and deep FX are wonderful treatments for the "aging" face.These two techniques are often done at the same time, particularly if you have some deep wrinkles. This is an ablative procedure that leaves your face with new skin and a refreshed appearance. Can you stay out of the sun?? Very important to stay out of the sun post procedure as you have baby fresh skin that can burn easily. Talk with a provider in your area and see how CO2 Laser treatments can improve your appearance. Best of luck to you!
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July 17, 2019
Answer: May not be a good candidate if you have dark skin If you have fine lines or wrinkles around your eyes or mouth or on your forehead, shallow scars from acne, or non-responsive skin after a facelift, then you may be a good candidate for laser skin resurfacing. If you have acne or if you have very dark skin, you may not be a candidate. This technique is also not recommended for stretch marks. You should discuss whether laser resurfacing is right for you by consulting with the doctor before having the procedure done. Microneedling or Morpheus8 might be good options for you instead so you are not at higher risk for hyper-pigmentation.
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July 17, 2019
Answer: May not be a good candidate if you have dark skin If you have fine lines or wrinkles around your eyes or mouth or on your forehead, shallow scars from acne, or non-responsive skin after a facelift, then you may be a good candidate for laser skin resurfacing. If you have acne or if you have very dark skin, you may not be a candidate. This technique is also not recommended for stretch marks. You should discuss whether laser resurfacing is right for you by consulting with the doctor before having the procedure done. Microneedling or Morpheus8 might be good options for you instead so you are not at higher risk for hyper-pigmentation.
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