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Hi, and thanks for your question. Yes, the Opus is great for all skin types. With a Fitz V it would be a good idea to pretreat for a week or so with a prep pad--we use a kojic acid brightening pad to lower the chances of PIH. However, because the Opus delivers less retained heat than a fractional CO2, it tends to be a safer choice for the higher fitzpatrick skin colors.I hope you find this helpful. Please reach out if you have additional questions.
plasma pen can be used in some instances with darker skin types but NEEDS to be treated with lightening peels like emeragecosmetics enlighten, aerify, cosmelan and post treated with lightening creams such as reve skin HQ, sente biointensive cream, emerageskin aox c and refit face, and anteage md serum and accelerator. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.
Yes, Opus Plasma is FDA cleared and safe for ALL Fitzpatrick skin types, including Fitzpatrick V. It is a very effective treatment for skin resurfacing and has been successful in reducing the appearance of acne scarring, large pores, fine lines, and wrinkles. I recommend consulting with a physician in your area who offers this treatment to see if it is right for you!- Dr. Shelley, Oklahoma City
Thank you for your question. The downtime after Opus Plasma fractionated resurfacing depends a lot upon your skin care regimen prior to treatment. If you use a hydrating and restorative regimen that reduces risk of hyperpigmentation, and you stop your retinols (my recommendation, some may have...
Based on your posted photos, why not have directed liposuction on the bulge above your tummy tuck scar? Non-surgical options will be lengthy in treatment and as expensive as a one time liposuction. Expect fees to range from $3000-$6000. Best of virtual