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You have re-epithelialized by 7 days but the skin is very delicate and susceptible to scratches. If itchy, light rubbing is much preferred to scratching for this reason. See your doctor for his preferred management at this point, as you don't want to get any scarring from them.
Yes, these look like scratches. Your skin is very fragile after Co2. I recommend following up with your Doctor for after care at this time. Proper skin care is needed at this time. Best, Dr. Emer
Thank you foryour question madisonaidan. FractionalCO2 laser resurfacing is an outstanding treatment that can address multipleaspects of aging in a single treatment. It is important to avoid scratching the skin after this treatment. Itching can be treated with occlusive moisturizers. Pleaseconsult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!
the pictures you posted shows a great CO2 laser response and then it seems that you had scratched the skin. It is best to see your physician as soon as possible. avoid further scratching and you probably can take benadryl for itching (ask your doctor). They seem on the picture not too deep and may recover fine with good post care so seeing your doctor is much more important.
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...
Fractional co2 laser is an excellent modality to improve skin texture and tone. I often combine fractional co2 with exilis multiplane tissue tightening to optimize effect. Your medication profile should not prevent the treatment. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles
Ectropion should resolve within a few days. I would optimize healing and then massage the area once the skin has healed over. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles
I would definitely start with a combination of Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads to reduce the pigmentation after a co2 laser. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles
Skin quality can be improved with fraxel lasers, microneedling/prp and radiofrequency treatments. I also recommend Sculptra to rebuild collagen. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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