Advice on how to make complications from Profound RF microneedling better? (Photos)

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I am stressed about the changes I see after this treatment. Especially my right cheek seems dimpled and is cracking down my cheek like it added 10 years rather than tightening. I am hoping for advice on how to help make it better. The Derm I saw sold the business and isn't helpful.

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

A specific treatment plan  for addressing superficial wrinkling and mild dermal atrophy following Profound radiofrequency (RF) exists..... Utilizing fractional CO2 with topical Sculptra or Microneedling with topical Sculptra is a comprehensive approach. Two treatments may  be necessary to achieve optimal results. Find a Profound/ Dermatology expert.
Jeff Rapaport MD FAAD 
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Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi, 
To be sure that the dimpling and cracking down of skin is side effect of Profound, we should look at a bunch of Before/After pictures. By the way, based on your posted pictures, to improve the skin in cheek area you can try filler. Skinvive is a soft filler from Juvederm family,  if is injected not deep into the area, it will improve the creepiness of skin and also you may get a medium softness filler like juvederm ultra in a deeper level to fix the deep dimpling.

Best regards,
Dr Ali Sajjadian

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hello mrsimoe,

Sorry for the delay in seeing your request, I hope that by now your concerns have resolved.  It appears that you had Profound RF relatively soon before the photos.  We have found that patients improve over time, and continue to improve over 9 months.  I am not aware of any permanent skin damage from Profound RF.  I would treat you with Retin-A for a few months.  I often combine Profound RF treatments with PRP and a light fractionated laser treatment to improve tone, texture, and healing of the skin.  I hope that by now you are well healed and do not need any follow up.  Good luck and be well.
Michael Persky, MD
Encino, CA

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