I'm considering getting BBL treatment to help with acne scars, enlarged pores, and sun damage. I'm currently exclusively breastfeeding my first son. Is it safe?
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Thank you for your question about skin care pre/post broad band light treatments. We do not recommend any anti redness pre or post treatment for our BBL/IPL patients. We recommend that our patients purchase the Avene post procedure kit: Cicalfate Restorative Cream, Sunscreen, Thermal Spring w...
Thank you for your question. Every patient is a little different - in many cases, patients notice their freckles and dark spots darken immediately after treatment, while in other cases it can take a few days. Generally speaking, it can take up to 1-2 weeks to see the effects of a BBL t...
Halo for sure. Usually patients need a series of treatments to get the best results on fine lines, texture and sun damage. 4 days of flaky and red skin is expected afterwards.
Ken Oleszek, MDLa Fontaine AestheticsDenver, Colorado
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