I Am 7 Weeks Post Op for Co2 Laser Removal of a Sebaceous Hyperplasia Under my Right Eye. The settings of the laser were 1 pass, 4 watts P22. It was bright red 2 weeks ago and is now a darker red. My PS said it is not hyperpigmentation. I have used aquaphor, hydrocortisone 1%, hydrocortisone 2.5%, cutivate .05% and a pack of oral steriods. My PS will not prescribe Group 1 or Group 2 topical steroids due to thinning of the skin. His ARNP stated today that it will clear up with "time." I am not seeing much progress at 7 weeks and would like to know your opinion regarding this.
June 29, 2014
Answer: Hyperpigmentation After Co2 Laser Resurfacing Hyperpigmentation is a common complication after fractional Co2 laser resurfacing. It is referred to as PIH or "Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation" and it can happen to any individual getting this treatment. Generally speaking, it will subside over time in my experience.Treatments for PIH that can be helpful are topical steorids, vitamin A derived skin care products (Tretinoin), and Hydroquinone. All these are included in a cream called Tri-Luma, which is my preferred topical for PIH. One can prescribe these creams in various concentrations and formulations individually as well.Beyond topical agents and time, the other two treatments I have seen helpful are the use of pulse dye lasers and various types of Q-Switched lasers, the type that are used in tatoo removal. Here the physician experience and technology availability are very important.
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June 29, 2014
Answer: Hyperpigmentation After Co2 Laser Resurfacing Hyperpigmentation is a common complication after fractional Co2 laser resurfacing. It is referred to as PIH or "Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation" and it can happen to any individual getting this treatment. Generally speaking, it will subside over time in my experience.Treatments for PIH that can be helpful are topical steorids, vitamin A derived skin care products (Tretinoin), and Hydroquinone. All these are included in a cream called Tri-Luma, which is my preferred topical for PIH. One can prescribe these creams in various concentrations and formulations individually as well.Beyond topical agents and time, the other two treatments I have seen helpful are the use of pulse dye lasers and various types of Q-Switched lasers, the type that are used in tatoo removal. Here the physician experience and technology availability are very important.
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July 1, 2017
Answer: Hyperpigmentation of the face after laser resurfacing requires treatment with several product types There is definitey hyperpigmentation following your procedure and proper care with products that are hydroquinone based and non-HQ based can help reduce this effect. I recommend Melarase AM and Melarase PM as well as protection from sun damage using Spectrase. Proper hydration and deep moisturization is also an essential component for the healing process (Elevase). Scler-X is a post inflammatory hyperpigmentation relief complex that I also recommend.
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July 1, 2017
Answer: Hyperpigmentation of the face after laser resurfacing requires treatment with several product types There is definitey hyperpigmentation following your procedure and proper care with products that are hydroquinone based and non-HQ based can help reduce this effect. I recommend Melarase AM and Melarase PM as well as protection from sun damage using Spectrase. Proper hydration and deep moisturization is also an essential component for the healing process (Elevase). Scler-X is a post inflammatory hyperpigmentation relief complex that I also recommend.
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