Elimination of undereye bags. What lasers are safest for Asian skin?

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I'm a female, weight 120, height 5'2" Asian Are there any lasers to eliminate the appearance of under eye bags, by tightening and stimulating collagen production? Which lasers are safest for Asian skin? How long would this last or must the lasers be repeated yearly? I prefer to having an alternative to surgery or fat grafting.

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Laser treatments can be effective at reducing the appearance of under-eye bags. They work by stimulating collagen production, which can tighten the skin and reduce sagging. However, the safety and effectiveness of these treatments can depend on your skin type. Asian skin, for instance, tends to have more melanin, which can increase the risk of hyperpigmentation following laser treatments.Fractional CO2 lasers and Erbium:YAG lasers are often recommended for those with darker skin tones, as they are less likely to cause hyperpigmentation. These lasers work by creating tiny "microthermal" zones in the skin, which stimulate the production of new collagen and elastin.Erbium:YAG lasers, on the other hand, are less intense and have a lower risk of side effects. They can also stimulate collagen production, but the results may not be as dramatic as with CO2 lasers.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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