I recently had the picosure focus done to address my hyperpigmentation on my upper lip. I had it done by an RN at a reputable med-spa because my dermatologist doesn't offer that laser yet and it was such a better deal than at the Beverly Hills doctors offices I called. I had high hopes for this laser but unfortunately my hyper pigmentation has gotten worse after the picosure. Do you think it's becuz I may not have gone to the most skilled practitioner? Should I try it again with a dermatologist?
December 24, 2018
Answer: Operator dependent? Hi, PicoSure is great for hyper pigmentation. Spots do appear darker at first then become lighter. Peeling and an acne breakout sometimes is normal as well. Hyperpigmentation is a condition that requires patience, perseverance & consistency to treat. Also multiple modalities are needed to see success such as a consistent skincare regimen, peels, and lasers. Best of luck.
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December 24, 2018
Answer: Operator dependent? Hi, PicoSure is great for hyper pigmentation. Spots do appear darker at first then become lighter. Peeling and an acne breakout sometimes is normal as well. Hyperpigmentation is a condition that requires patience, perseverance & consistency to treat. Also multiple modalities are needed to see success such as a consistent skincare regimen, peels, and lasers. Best of luck.
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March 19, 2019
Answer: PicoSure for Melasma There are certainly many factors that could possibly effect the treatment outcomes of the PicoSure Focus for melasma. First, you don't mention how many treatments with the PicoSure Focus Optic you had. To treat melasma, I typically recommend 4-6 treatments to see results. If you only had one treatment, it would not surprise me at all that you aren't starting to see results yet. Additionally, it looks like you are based in a sunny climate, so you have to be extremely diligent with your sun protection to prevent your melasma from worsening. Finally, treatment outcomes may also depend on the experience of the provider administering your treatment. It is important to choose a provider that has experience with both the device and condition they are treating so they know how to choose the optimal settings for your treatment. It's hard to pinpoint why you aren't seeing the results you desire without more information, but hopefully this helps!
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March 19, 2019
Answer: PicoSure for Melasma There are certainly many factors that could possibly effect the treatment outcomes of the PicoSure Focus for melasma. First, you don't mention how many treatments with the PicoSure Focus Optic you had. To treat melasma, I typically recommend 4-6 treatments to see results. If you only had one treatment, it would not surprise me at all that you aren't starting to see results yet. Additionally, it looks like you are based in a sunny climate, so you have to be extremely diligent with your sun protection to prevent your melasma from worsening. Finally, treatment outcomes may also depend on the experience of the provider administering your treatment. It is important to choose a provider that has experience with both the device and condition they are treating so they know how to choose the optimal settings for your treatment. It's hard to pinpoint why you aren't seeing the results you desire without more information, but hopefully this helps!
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