I just started my accutane for my chest and back acne a couple weeks ago and I would like to know if I can do Pico laser on my back and chest to speed up the scar removal while im on accutane (10mg/day)?
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Answer: Pico laser should not be used while on Accutane
Thank you for your photos. You have waited long enough and any darkening post PicoSure will always fade. Picosure actually treats hyperpigmentation too. It is not permanent. I know it may be frustrating, but sometimes it gets worse before getting better. You are safe to return and get the...
Preserving a robust blood supply to the facial skin would be the main consideration for any treatments after a facelift or mini-facelift surgery. Picosure would not harm the blood supply and thus is completely safe to have performed at this point in your recovery. It is highly effective for...
PicoSure effectively diminishes hyperpigmentation, dark spots, uneven skin tone and texture, as well as fine lines. It delivers the laser energy in picoseconds, a trillionth of a second, to target the pigmented lesions reducing injury surrounding skin tissue making it safe for all skin types and...
