After Fraxel laser CO2, there are some dark spots that were caused by the laser that won't disappear. What can I do? (Photo)

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I wanted to lighten some freckles and pigmentation on top my lip caused by coloring my mustache hairs blond 1 year ago. When the doc passed the laser on my face she said had to go deep on some of the freckles & top of lip as the were darker.It felt like she burned me deep on those parts. After 8 days the old dead skin fell off without problems but now its after 1month post &the parts she went deep look like there are there to stay. I went to the doc and all she keeps saying that it will go away

Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is common to have hyperpigmentation or even hypopigmentation after an ablative laser. I always recommend to pretreat with a lightening cream such as hydroquinone 2 weeks prior to the procedure to reduce the risk of hypo/hyper pigmentation. follow up with your provider.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in-person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan.  It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

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After Fraxel laser CO2, there are some dark spots that were caused by the laser that won't disappear. What can I do? (Photo)

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