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``56 Year Old Who Had Co2 Laser Resurfacing of Face. La Jolla, CA

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I’m a 56 year old female that lives in North San...

Rose M
WORTH IT$6,000
I’m a 56 year old female that lives in North San Diego County who has had a co2 laser resurfacing of my face. I’m about to enter the workforce again, and I wanted to look younger and he did just that. I wanted more of a long term solution to looking young other than injections. Through a lot of Googling I found Dr. Wu with Cosmetic Laser Dermatology. Gosh, did I luck out. He’s one of the best. He’s knowledgeable, meticulous and a very confident doctor. He listened to my needs and addressed all my questions and concerns. His bedside manner is impeccable. During the surgery I could tell he was very focused and driven to accomplish the desired outcome. This was 7 days ago. I’m feeling great and still healing my face but I’m noticing that the fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin are gone. My face looks more youthful. I would highly recommend Dr. Wu for any procedure you have done. Also, I have to mention Isabella Guiha, his assistant, she’s extremely professional and knowledgeable to.

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April 11, 2016

Thanks for sharing your experience! Do you have any photos to share? Our community especially loves seeing photos from before, during, and after — a realistic look at what they can expect. Photos grab the attention of the community and encourage more support for you, too.

April 12, 2016
I will upload photos:)
April 11, 2016
How badly did this procedure hurt? I've heard it's super painful ...?
April 12, 2016
"I" felt very little pain. I thought the surgery was virtually painless. After the laser, I felt discomfort. Sometimes a lot and other times very little. Swelling, oozing, itching, redness, warmth. Cold washcloths with vinegar every 4 hours and head back. Cleaning & Occlusive dressing(similar to Vaseline). I really had to follow the post-op directions the doctor gave. I'm now on the 11th day and feel great. If you want a more long term solution to your aging-have it done-well worth it!
April 12, 2016
I want to correct one thing I said above: Co2 laser tightened my skin.
May 14, 2016
Co2 laser resurfacing diminished fine line, got rid of pigmentation, gave an overall youthful appearance, however, to get rid of folds in skin-must have something that gives volume, like an injectable facelift or surgical face lift
April 14, 2016
I'm in Orange County and $6.000 seems high for CO2 Laser, Dr. Miller in Aliso Viejo did that on me but much more reasonable,
But I'm glad your happy
April 15, 2016
This was to resurface my whole face...what are you getting quotes on?
April 17, 2016
Congrats! Co2 worked for me 15 years ago and just now needing to have it redone. Wish I lived closer to Dr. Wu. I live in TRACY, CA and many doctors here only do Fraxtional which do not have the same results.
All the best!
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12 days post

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April 12, 2016
I'm sorry, but I don't see the photos. I live in SD and I'm greatly interested in the cost and your outcome. Thank you.
April 16, 2016
I don't see photos either
April 17, 2016
Similar to Judy, while I live in Los Angeles, I'm about the same age and your before pics look very similar to my situation. Like you, I would prefer something longer term than injections, but don't want a "face lift" or lifestyle lift.....this seems more long term. So would love to hear more from you as you progress. Also, do you mind sharing what the cost of the procedure was? I'd sure appreciate it.
Leslie1968
July 12, 2019
no photos
whats happening
July 13, 2019
Wow! CO2 laser usually doesn’t cost more that $2500-3000. Did you get something else done to be charged an obscene $6,000!?
UPDATED FROM Rose M
13 days post

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April 12, 2016
This photo is taken 4 days after laser
April 13, 2016
Amazing.