Fully Ablative Co2 laser didn't work. What's wrong with me? (Photo)

October 22, 2022
Asked By:B.whatever in Boston, Massachusetts

I had Co2 laser done for acne scars in april. I will still be doing bellafill as I'm told laser isn't enough on its own but the laser did nothing. I feel like I took time off and spent 5k to feel like a total idiot. I didnt expect perfect but even 30-50% improvement would have been something. Is there something wrong with me that makes collagen producing treatments ineffective? I did 6 microneedling sessions before with no improvement. Even my fine lines didn't change.

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From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
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October 24, 2022

Answer: For Acne Scars: Subcision For Elevating & Smoothing Boxcar/Rolling Scars; TCA CROSS For Ice Pick Scars

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Nelson Lee Novick, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
MOST RECENT
October 24, 2022

Answer: For Acne Scars: Subcision For Elevating & Smoothing Boxcar/Rolling Scars; TCA CROSS For Ice Pick Scars

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Nelson Lee Novick, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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