Will the YAG laser skin tightening treatment destroy the Juvederm I had injected 4 months ago?

Unfortunately, blue temple veins will return after a YAG treatment or even after several laser treatment sessions. The YAG laser will definitely help in reducing the appearance of the veins; however, they will eventually return. In order to completely remove the veins, the patient can have...

The best lasers are vascular lasers for red acne scars. This is either the Excel V or Vbeam laser. This will sometimes take care of the PIH. If further therapy is warranted, a Q Switched 1064 laser with low fluence can help the brown. Chemical peels and topicals such as Retin A and hydroquinones...

You didn't say how long ago your treatment was, but swelling and redness after laser treatment around the eye can last for up to 2 weeks. The skin around the eye is very thin and loose, so it takes very little to cause swelling. Elevate your head above your heart while sleeping, use cool...

While we cannot make recommendations based on photographs, the latest studies do show that the best treatment for blue temple veins is the new Nd: Yag laser, often done several times, with each treatment spaced at least 2 months apart.

JFRyan,Thanks for your question and sorry to hear about your side effect from the laser. Do not worry this will resolve.  Please see your treating physician, as topical or injectable steroids may help this resolve quickly. Try gentle massage also in the meantime. Good Luck.

Thank you for your question. It would have been helpful if you knew the specific laser used in your treatment. If the nose cartilage remains softer than usual I would suggest consulting a board certified physician immediately.A treatment specialist should perform a hands on exam to determine if...