I had IPL and noticed a change in texture afterward, so I am concerned about lasers. I already use Skinceuticals vitamin C and retinol. I follow a very healthy diet with ample omega 3’s and take a ton of high quality supplements to support skin. I protect my skin from the sun. I am slightly underweight but I had this issue before weight loss. I don’t love the way fillers look and I’m concerned about long term damage of collage production stimulated by injury. Do I have any options?
October 22, 2020
Answer: Unhappy with texture of skin is understandable. Laser treatments with no down time can usually be an option on most realistic patients anytime after the age of 18. It really depends on your skin, sun exposure and genetics. If lasers are something you aren't interested in there are still other options such as microneedling and chemical peels. It is best to talk to your surgeon because everybody has different techniques and options with various recovery times. This is still the best option for you, even though you’re concerned about it. I strongly feel that it's very important to have an honest conversation with your surgeon about your particular situation, lifestyle, work environment and specifically which procedures you're having done so that you both have the most honest answer about your recovery and are realistic with expectations and results. Surgery is not for everyone. In today's day and age, there are many nonsurgical options to consider and laser is the most dramatic result usually. I would recommend that you see a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area that is a member of both ASPS & ASAPS and performs a lot of facelifts but also offers all the nonsurgical options such as injectables and laser treatments. Go over your concerns with them and make sure above all, you walk out of there with several options and an idea of the pros and cons to each of them as well as realistic expectations. I hope this helps and wish you all the best in your surgery and event. If it does, please take a moment to up vote this answer on the “respond” button on the top right.
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October 22, 2020
Answer: Unhappy with texture of skin is understandable. Laser treatments with no down time can usually be an option on most realistic patients anytime after the age of 18. It really depends on your skin, sun exposure and genetics. If lasers are something you aren't interested in there are still other options such as microneedling and chemical peels. It is best to talk to your surgeon because everybody has different techniques and options with various recovery times. This is still the best option for you, even though you’re concerned about it. I strongly feel that it's very important to have an honest conversation with your surgeon about your particular situation, lifestyle, work environment and specifically which procedures you're having done so that you both have the most honest answer about your recovery and are realistic with expectations and results. Surgery is not for everyone. In today's day and age, there are many nonsurgical options to consider and laser is the most dramatic result usually. I would recommend that you see a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area that is a member of both ASPS & ASAPS and performs a lot of facelifts but also offers all the nonsurgical options such as injectables and laser treatments. Go over your concerns with them and make sure above all, you walk out of there with several options and an idea of the pros and cons to each of them as well as realistic expectations. I hope this helps and wish you all the best in your surgery and event. If it does, please take a moment to up vote this answer on the “respond” button on the top right.
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July 27, 2020
Answer: Skin texture Hello and thanks for your question. The best option for your skin would be a combination of laser, micro needling and potentially deep chemical peels. A face to face consult would be the best option to assess in full and suggest a treatment plan, best wishes
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July 27, 2020
Answer: Skin texture Hello and thanks for your question. The best option for your skin would be a combination of laser, micro needling and potentially deep chemical peels. A face to face consult would be the best option to assess in full and suggest a treatment plan, best wishes
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