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Hello, and thanks for your question! CO2 lasers are appropriate for most skin sensitivities. You should look for someone who is experienced in adjusting the laser settings so that you achieve a great outcome. If your skin is sensitive, be prepared for a longer recovery period--you might also find that your skin is quite itchy during the healing process. You could add topical Platelet Rich Plasma to speed up the healing process and increase your skin's resilience.CO2 Lasers are a wonderful way to rejuvenate your skin. Be familiar with the process, and have patience!
While the CO2 laser is among the stronger lasers, it can typically be used safely on many types of skin provided the provider is experienced in adjusting the intensity to suit the patient's skin type. If you have a sensitive skin type, the intensity of the laser may have to be reduced. We always recommend booking a consultation to determine which course of action is best for you. Always go to only the most experienced providers for treatments such as this. CO2 done improperly can lead to complications of the skin.
Fractional CO2 laser is an excellent tool for skin rejuvenation in our center in Santa Monica. We use the fractional multi-depth ablative approach to help resurface the skin, recontour acne scars, improve incisional plastic surgery scars, and reduce surface irregularities from skin tone to dark...
Thanks for your questions and photos. I am so sorry you are experiencing this skin change. This could be an unfortunate outcome because the laser was used in fully ablative mode. CO2 laser is much more safe and effective in fractionated mode, which lessens the risk of scarring significantly. ...
You will always have a scar in that area. Perhaps your tissue would handle excising the scar and radiation treatments afterwards. You would need to be examined to see if this might work for you.
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...
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