I'm curious to know if causing a flare up right before I get my laser done would make it more effective. Would this bring the vessels to the surface making it easier to target? I could do a hard workout before hand, or drink some alcohol beforehand.
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Answer: V-beam effectiveness increased by inducing flare-up? NO!
It could help in two ways.
Being a vascular laser it can reduce redness and visible vessels. Also by heating the dermis, it can help remodel collagen and thus improve texture. If you have a raised scar, kenalog injections may help flatten.
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Dr. Malouf
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