Port wine stain above lip removal with IPL. (Photo)

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Hi, I have a port wine stain above my lip and it's quite a light one. I have been to see a lady who uses IPL and she says she will try to improve it for me. She's never actually worked on a port wine stain before so it's made me a little sceptical. She's worked with lasers for facial rejuvenation for 20years, so I'm a little unsure what to do. She seems to think it would be the same as working on red vessels, I have no idea what to think though. Kind regards.

Lauren Chavez, MD · Answer

You're right to be careful! Is the "lady" you see a physician? IPL's can burn the skin, and, scars in this area could be bad. We use (and, I think most physicians use) PDL (Pulsed Dye Lasers) for Port Wine Stain. I hope that helps :)

Theodore Staahl, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Port wine stains can be treated successfully with IPL but it depends on the depth of the lesion. Those that are more superficial can be treated with IPL while those that are deeper require more aggressive treatments. Higher energy levels like those that can be achieved with the Argon or Hexascan lasers may be needed. You might consider a second opinion with someone more versed in port wine stains. Best of luck!

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