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Skin Texture Improved/Acne Scars Nearly Eliminated - Pasadena, CA
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I have been Dr. Yoho's patient for 11 years, and...
WORTH IT$800
I have been Dr. Yoho's patient for 11 years, and this was the 3rd of 5 procedures I have had at his office. Please refer to my other reviews (liposuction, 2 breast augmentations, & varicose vein treatment) as well for a full picture of how Dr. Yoho has made a difference in my life.
This procedure was pretty intense. I had tried MANY other procedures on my skin before doing something so hard-core. I had done everything from Levulan acid peels to milder lasers. I had multiple sets of photo facials (5 per set). In addition to that I got regular facials, I tried microdermabrasion. I used what I thought to be great skin care products (the Obagi Nu-Derm line). Nothing helped. Nothing worked. I was so frustrated. I had nearly given up hope and had simply resigned to the fact that I'd just have to live the rest of my life hiding my skin behind my make-up.
The day of my laser treatment at Dr. Yoho's office, I was relieved to have been given medication to help me relax prior to the procedure and numbing cream as well. I remember the soreness and a bit of oozing for days afterward was not especially fun. I remember having to go out and purchase a hat that day to ensure my raw skin got NO SUN. I didn't feel very well. My skin burned. It was a strong sting. However, as uncomfortable as it was for just a few short days, it was of course ALL WORTH IT for the outstanding results I received.
This procedure greatly improved my overall skin texture/some acne scarring I had from when I was a teenager. So much so that Dr. Yoho actually helped me achieve yet another 1st in my life. After this laser treatment, I was able to leave my home for the 1st time without wearing my foundation. On the surface, this may not sound like a big deal, but to me, this was HUGE! Before, I wouldn't even go to the gym or go for a run around my neighborhood without wearing my foundation.
This procedure was pretty intense. I had tried MANY other procedures on my skin before doing something so hard-core. I had done everything from Levulan acid peels to milder lasers. I had multiple sets of photo facials (5 per set). In addition to that I got regular facials, I tried microdermabrasion. I used what I thought to be great skin care products (the Obagi Nu-Derm line). Nothing helped. Nothing worked. I was so frustrated. I had nearly given up hope and had simply resigned to the fact that I'd just have to live the rest of my life hiding my skin behind my make-up.
The day of my laser treatment at Dr. Yoho's office, I was relieved to have been given medication to help me relax prior to the procedure and numbing cream as well. I remember the soreness and a bit of oozing for days afterward was not especially fun. I remember having to go out and purchase a hat that day to ensure my raw skin got NO SUN. I didn't feel very well. My skin burned. It was a strong sting. However, as uncomfortable as it was for just a few short days, it was of course ALL WORTH IT for the outstanding results I received.
This procedure greatly improved my overall skin texture/some acne scarring I had from when I was a teenager. So much so that Dr. Yoho actually helped me achieve yet another 1st in my life. After this laser treatment, I was able to leave my home for the 1st time without wearing my foundation. On the surface, this may not sound like a big deal, but to me, this was HUGE! Before, I wouldn't even go to the gym or go for a run around my neighborhood without wearing my foundation.
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Replies (4)
July 14, 2016
Which laser was used for the procedure? Great results! I have same emotional issues from acne scarring. No one can understand unless you can have scarring
July 20, 2016
Sorry to hear you're struggling with acne scarring Sho1 -- I truly sympathize with you. What type of scarring do you have? Do you still have active acne?
August 11, 2016
Hi Sho1 - I'm sorry for delay. I was on vacation from June 30th-August 2nd. This was a fractional C02 laser. New Body Cosmetics Surgery & Dr. Robert Yoho truly changed my life! U are absolutely right-it's difficult to understand the emotional impact acne scarring can have on a person unless that person has been through it him/herself. Feel free to ask me anything additional. I promise to be more responsive. Again I apologize for the delay in my response.
UPDATED FROM Forever_Grateful_Kate
4 years post
Photo Addition
Adding Photos per request - no makeup other than the eyelash extensions I cannot remove. ;-)
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May 30, 2016
Thanks so much for adding photos! You look great and I love your eyelash extensions!
May 30, 2016
Haha! Thank you. I do too. The best part is that they look so natural! They're a far reach from the "old school" glue on strips of lashes.
May 30, 2016
Every 2 to 3 weeks. They are Novalash brand I believe, & I get them at Allure Nail and Beauty in Scottsdale, AZ. The owner's daughter, Dani Eldred, does mine. She's awesome!!! Thanks again for the compliment. :-)
UPDATED FROM Forever_Grateful_Kate
4 years post
Photos with makeup post procedure.
Photos with makeup post procedure.
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.