Hi doctors! I am slightly tan with moderate boxcar acne scars and some ice pick scars. How effective would multiple microneedling with PRP, vampire facial, sessions be for my issue? Especially in comparison to lasers, which I am also looking into. However, I learned that lasers may cause a permanent increase in redness. Yes, how effective would vampire facials be for my mainly boxcar acne scars? Thank you doctors!
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"Acne scars need a combination approach for long-term improvement. Everyone has a unique pattern of acne scarring, and most people have various types of scars, so we create a tailored treatment plan for each patient. We often use:
- Injectable fillers like Bellafill and Sculptra (with or w...
Thank you for your question in regards to “vampire facial” treatment, also known as Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) facial. The short answer is no. Retinol is a topical used to help unclog pores, reduce appearance of pigmentation and improve over all tone and texture of the skin. It is not meant to ...
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RA alone is not a contraindication to a Vampire Facial. However, patients with an impaired immune system due to immunosuppressive medication should NOT undergo any microneedling procedure. Microneedling is an important step of a Vampire Facial for optimal results. It would be best to ...