Does CO2 laser for DPN result in depression on skin immediately after treatment? (photo)

A picture would really be helpful but factors that influence the duration of effect include:How aggressively the treatment is done. The more aggressive the treatment, the worse the post op downtime but perhaps the longer the duration of effect.Smoking, sun exposure, weight loss or gain, and ...

Used appropriately, Co2 should not cause volume loss. Typically I recommend adding clear and brilliant, fraxel, viva 4-6 weeks to improve results along with microneedling/prp to get the best outcomes with texture and tone.  Please see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

You will hear many opinions! I generally have my patients use a gentle cleanser that I give to them after the laser procedure. I believe some physicians are concerned that their patients will scrub or rub too hard and damage the skin causing scarring. If you use your fingertips gently with a ...