Would laser be effective for calcinosis cutis on cheeks (calcium deposits) not milia?

There are many different treatments you could look at. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board certified provider to go over all options that are surgical and non-surgical. They could consist of products, microneedling services, thread lifts, etc. 

You can get facials in conjunction with tretinoin therapy however we typically recommend stopping the tretinoin at least 5 days before most procedures to minimize the chance of an adverse reaction.I recommend you see a dermatologist in your area for further treatment options.

Hi there!   Your situation seems most consistent with adult female acne (life truly is not fair) which can be very hormonally driven.  For this condition, aldactone is considered very effective, although not without side effects.  Fortunately, the cancer risk seems isolated solely...

If you are using retinoid creams, you may experience dryness and irritation that is commonly referred to as the ‘retinoid reaction.’ In our office, we recommend Elevase Moisture Booster to help reduce the dryness and to improve the skin’s natural moisture barrier function. Elevase contains ceram...

While Retin-A, as well as other topical retinoids, with regular and continued daily use, can help to maintain skin and treat photodamage from chronic ultraviolet, it typically has little impact upon all but the very most superficial wrinkles and crepiness. Sorry. Although the photo provided in i...

Thanks for your question.  All products are not made the same.  Where did you buy it?  Was it over the counter or an internet special?  Your product may have had the described amount of tretoinin, but didn't have a delivery system and it just stayed on the surface instead of soaking into you...