How long does it take for dark red spots on face to disappear following V Beam Laser treatment?

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Had treatment on mid to lower face 2 days ago as I have facial redness. I am alarmed by these dark red, quite large spots on my face. I cannot go out of the house as it looks so awful. When can I expect them to go? When they do go will there be a demarcation line between where the red spots were and the skin in bewteen which was not touched by the laser?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Vbeam laser is an excellent modality for patients who have rosacea, blushing of the skin, facial and body telangiectasia, spider veins, redness, post surgical redness, and skin flushing. It is a safe procedure that can be used at varying depths to help treat micro blood vessels in the skin. We also use it in our office for facial skin inflammation, keloids, and hypertrophic scarring. It is an important part of scar therapy. Vbeam can be combined with chemical peels and other lasers, but experience with the treatment is essential. The Vbeam laser does not affect deeper tissue. Schedule a consultation with an expert in Vbeam and you will find it to be an excellent modality for many skin types. 
 
Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

One of the advantage of the V-Beam is that there is no down time or recovery.  Please post photos to evaluate the redness.  Some patients have swelling or temporary histamine reaction from the V-Beam which can last a day or two.  Please consult an expert.  Best, Dr. Green

How long does it take for dark red spots on face to disappear following V Beam Laser treatment?

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