Around this time last year I got sick from a flu-bug while doing volunteer work overseas and ended up losing 15-20 pounds (couldn't keep food down). I didn't notice, but I ended up getting stretch marks on my biceps and underarms (these being more severe than the biceps). I've heard great things about Infini RF, but erbium laser as well. I'm sure both procedures are great in their own right. I was looking to avoid actual surgery, and wondered which might help more if at all
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September 14, 2017
Answer: Improving Stretch Marks with a combination of lasers, microneedling/prp, radiofrequency
Agree with Dr Rapaport. Avoid the sun for at least 4 days, especially in Ethnic skin. If the PD and energy level are high and treatment is superficial (pores), then PIH can occur. Stay safe, Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane. Australia.
A moisturizer can be used after infini RF. We usually use a non-comedogenic moisturizer that is oil-free. Occasionally people break out with acne after infini if they have a history of acne. We sometimes place them on prophylactic anti-acne antibiotics for a week. If you don't have a history of...
A combination approach will give the most improvement. These types of scars need a combination of lasers, microneedling/prp, TCA cross, Cosmelan, punch excision and fillers. Infini is a popular treatment, but I prefer Intensif because the needles are non-insulated and it gives more robust...