I have PIE - Would CO2 laser help reduce acne or would peels and microneedling be more effective? (photos)

March 16, 2023
Asked By:Bicker in New York, New York, Estados Unidos

Currently struggling with leftovers from my acne. My derm recommended be CO2 laser but here at realself many doctors say it is bad for people that have PIE. Therefore, I would like to ask if this is the right procedure or if peels or microneedling would be more effective for me.

4 photos

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
March 19, 2023

Answer: C02 Laser Treatments Are Expensive, Aggressive Treatments With Potential For Scarring & Dyspigmentation

1 person found this helpful
Nelson Lee Novick, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
March 19, 2023

Answer: C02 Laser Treatments Are Expensive, Aggressive Treatments With Potential For Scarring & Dyspigmentation

1 person found this helpful
Nelson Lee Novick, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
MOST RECENT
July 12, 2023

Answer: Recommend combining microneedling RF with chemical peels

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
MOST RECENT
July 12, 2023

Answer: Recommend combining microneedling RF with chemical peels

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 15, 2023

Answer: Acne Scarring -- Needs Combination of Subcision; Fillers Like Bellafill; Lasers Like Fraxel/Erbium/CO2; TCA Cross; Fractora RF

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 15, 2023

Answer: Acne Scarring -- Needs Combination of Subcision; Fillers Like Bellafill; Lasers Like Fraxel/Erbium/CO2; TCA Cross; Fractora RF

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

Recommended reading

CO2 Laser

Everything you need to know about CO2 Laser

  • 84% worth it
  • 739.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $2,981
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended reading

CO2 Laser

Everything you need to know about CO2 Laser

  • 84% worth it
  • 739.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $2,981
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT