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Laser resurfacing: I have not had the results I am looking for.

March 21, 2018
Asked By:jmaples72 in Texas, TX

Hi. I've had co2 fractional laser twice. The first time the strength was 60 microns (30 each pass) and the second time I did 40 (first pass) 30 (2nd) and then a third pass at a reduced strength ( not sure on that one). However, I have not had the results I am looking for. My question is, how can I get my skin almost completely clear? I have very few brown spots but I'm still not happy with the unevenness on the tone. Anybody have a solution?

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Answer: Improving Brown Spots--lasers, Aerolase, microneedling/prp, skin lightening, peels, skin care, sun protection, Cosmelan

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March 23, 2018

Answer: Improving Brown Spots--lasers, Aerolase, microneedling/prp, skin lightening, peels, skin care, sun protection, Cosmelan

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