Which procedure would repair lines and damage on the cheeks caused by laser? (photos)

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I had fraxel laser and ipl 9 months ago it damage by skin leaving me with thin skin, hundred on pitted marks and dents and lines because of the damage. I have roaeacea and hyperpigmentation since. Can some plewseadvise me on how I can repair the skin , what treatment would work for the lines on my cheeks. The treatment has aged me so much because of the damage. Desperate for some honest advice. But no more lasers

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser.  Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.  
Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Susan Van Dyke, MD · Answer

Laser damage is often best treated with a more appropriately applied laser.  There are all kinds of lasers and all kinds of settings not to mention all levels of expertise out there!  Stay open to expert opinions on your options. Fraxel is an excellent laser for remodeling old scars and skin irregularities and may be a good choice (in the right hands).
Having said that, it is very difficult to make an assessment and valid recommendation based on one photograph.  Best bet is an in-office consultation with a board certified derm who is a laser expert. Be wary of those who promise perfection.

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