I have read from pamphlets that eMatrix may not be done if you are currently taking Isotretinoin. So I would like to know the reason why so? Is the ematrix is safe while i am on Isotretinoin? Thank you.
September 28, 2015
Answer: Officially off Accutane for 6 months... but There is a paper that will be released in the next few months regarding 630 cases of eMatrix performed on patients on low dose accutane (20 mg per day or less), using no more than 50 mj per pin. This was my study, however the treatment protocols may not be shared by others. In this study I excluded criteria such as patients with a history of hypertrophic - keloid scars, hence this treatment may not be for everyone. Additionally I considered other factors including post procedure antivirals and antibiotics, as well as special pre and post treatment aftercare. Bottom line- safe if you know what you are doing, however more studies are needed. All the bestDr Davin Lim Laser DermatologistBRISBANE, Australia
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September 28, 2015
Answer: Officially off Accutane for 6 months... but There is a paper that will be released in the next few months regarding 630 cases of eMatrix performed on patients on low dose accutane (20 mg per day or less), using no more than 50 mj per pin. This was my study, however the treatment protocols may not be shared by others. In this study I excluded criteria such as patients with a history of hypertrophic - keloid scars, hence this treatment may not be for everyone. Additionally I considered other factors including post procedure antivirals and antibiotics, as well as special pre and post treatment aftercare. Bottom line- safe if you know what you are doing, however more studies are needed. All the bestDr Davin Lim Laser DermatologistBRISBANE, Australia
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