Which Type of Laser Treatment Would Best Help with Large Nose Pores?

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I am an Asian male and have large pores on my nose. I believe they are due to both genetics and my use of a blackhead extractor. They make me very self conscious, especially when I get up close to people. Many times, I try to keep my face away from others so that they don't see the enlarged pores. Needless to say, it's not a very pleasant way to live. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

Large pores on the nose can be treated either with CO2 laser resurfacing or dermabrasion (sanding of the skin). You did not mention your skin tone but you will want to avoid any lightening of your skin. Overaggressive skin resurfacing can lighten darker skin. Seek a consultation with a Facial Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist who treats these issues frequently in people with your skin type to reduce the risk of a change in your skin pigmentation. I hope this information is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACSWeber Facial Plastic Surgery

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.

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Wayne F. Larrabee, MD · Answer

you are absolutely right in that there is a genetic component to pore size. unfortunately there is no way to remove pores only decrease there size and camouflage them better. Proper skin care as well as healthy lifestyle choices such as not smoking and staying hydrated are important. There are several non-invasive techniques that can resurface the skin and improve collagen and elastin content that can diminish the appearance of pores. These options include micro needling with or without PRP, laser resurfacing (must be careful with darker skin tones as there is the risk of pigment changes), chemical peels and dermabrasion

Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

Depending on your skin tone, resurfacing procedures such as laser resurfacing and dermabrasion may or may not be suitable options for you.  Another option to consider would be micro-injections of subdermal Botox.  This will reduce both the size of your pores as well as the amount of oiliness of your complexion in the treated areas.

Philip Young, MD · Answer

Co2 laser resurfacing could help this but the results could be subtle. Depending on how deep and large the pores are, you could consider other treatments like deep chemical peels or deep co2 lasering.

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Which Type of Laser Treatment Would Best Help with Large Nose Pores?

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