CO2 Laser for rosacea bumps?

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Hi, I have some small/puffy bumps (mainly on my nose) due to rosacea. I have had a couple shaved off by my dermatologist and results are fine but left some minor scarring. I’ve read that the CO2 Laser can possibly also treat this condition without the scarring. I’m wonder if this is true. If there is a better laser/treatment for this condition and how many treatments it may take. Thanks!

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional CO2 laser is an excellent tool for skin rejuvenation in our center in Santa Monica. We use the fractional multi-depth ablative approach to help resurface the skin, recontour acne scars, improve incisional plastic surgery scars, and reduce surface irregularities from skin tone to dark pigmentation. Our approach utilizes a multi-depth approach that targets melanocytes in the epidermis and collagen fibroblasts in the dermis. This approach can be combined with a TCA Peel in a process known as a sapphire peel. Fractional laser is excellent for acne scars and contour scars in the skin. Patients are advised to undergo skin protocols with Melarase creams before and after treatment to help reduce pigmentation. Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. After the laser, we expect redness for a few weeks as the skin improves. PRP and Hydrafacial enzyme facials can further improve skin quality after fractional co2.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello jsc1976! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Shah Facial Plastics. This is a great question. CO2 laser resurfacing is a great treatment that helps treat fine lines and wrinkles, scars, minimizes pores, and rejuvenates the skin. The number of treatments varies from patient to patient. I highly recommend scheduling an in-person consultation in order to better assess your areas of concern and discuss an appropriate treatment plan to help achieve your aesthetic goals. Our office phone number is: (312) 944-0117. I hope this helps and best of luck!

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