Can a Plasma Pen be used for eyelids on African Americans? (Photo)

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I am part African American but look Caucasian; however, I know that melanin has to be in my skin somewhere. Am I a candidate for my plasma pen on eyelids? I'm scared of hyper and hypopigmentation. I had paradoxical ink darkening on a red tattoo removal, then one area of hypopigmentation when the wrong wavelength was used. After wavelength adjustments, I've had no trouble with my skin. No keloids and scars aren't noticeable on me. I think I'd benefit from this in the right doctor's hands. Help!

Deborah M. Longwill, DO · Answer

Dear RiverGirl1212 Thank you for your inquiry. An in person consultation is recommended when you are considering this treatment in order to determine your Fitzpatrick classification ( it’s the scale that estimates the response of all skin types to ultraviolet light exposure ). Fibroblast Plasma Pen it is a particularly effective procedure in treating difficult areas such upper and lower eyelids. Hope this was helpful Best of luck

Terry Carstensen, DO · Answer

Your skin would need to be evaluated for your Fitzpatrick skin type. Only types 1, 2, and 3 can be treated with Plasma MD. It does work well on the eye area. Choose your provider carefully. Only Plasma MD is FDA approved.

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