I’m getting married and my derm suggested doing fractional Co2 to get rid of some wrinkles I have and some acne scars, but I’m terrified. I’m afraid with my delicate skin it could make me look more wrinkled and older or worse. I did halo about 2 months ago and tolerated that just fine, but I’m terrified of looking worse for my upcoming wedding.
June 5, 2019
Answer: CO2 Thanks for your question and photos, and congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I think you look like an appropriate candidate for CO2 and it will give you the most efficacy for your investment. CO2 laser, done properly, helps thicken and improve the skin by ablating tiny columns of skin and dermis, allowing your new collagen to regrow in the ablated areas and plump up and smooth the surface. I would seek a second opinion in person from another board certified dermatologist if it makes you feel better, but I bet you will do great with a resurfacing. Another option to discuss would be a series of microneedling, which is less aggressive than CO2 but can yield great results. Best of luck!
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June 5, 2019
Answer: CO2 Thanks for your question and photos, and congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I think you look like an appropriate candidate for CO2 and it will give you the most efficacy for your investment. CO2 laser, done properly, helps thicken and improve the skin by ablating tiny columns of skin and dermis, allowing your new collagen to regrow in the ablated areas and plump up and smooth the surface. I would seek a second opinion in person from another board certified dermatologist if it makes you feel better, but I bet you will do great with a resurfacing. Another option to discuss would be a series of microneedling, which is less aggressive than CO2 but can yield great results. Best of luck!
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