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Itching After Full Face CO2 Laser Resurfacing - Wichita, KS

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Co2 laser has the best results, but it has a higher risk and recovery. I used a Board Certified Physician that I trusted. I did the necessary research and I felt confident that it was a good decision for me.

After 13 days I am very satisfied. I have smooth skin and the wrinkles under my eyes are gone. Mineral Make-up is a must. Redness will be persistent for many months.

It was not a cake walk. It requires at least 7-10 days out of the public eye and willingness to look down right awful for quite a few days. Make sure that you have everything you need at your house before your procedure; you will not want to have to make a drug store run, believe me.

I had CO2 laser, full face on December 1, 2009. I am 13 days post and I am so itchy! I have tried Atarax, makes me sleepy but helps for a little while. I have also tried benadryl cream; also helps a little. My skin does not look extra dry. I am leaving scratches on my face when I sleep and I am going crazy during the day. I do not have a rash of any type. I need to know how long will this last or what treatments could ease the itching. Thank You

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Amy M. Sprole, MD

Amy M. Sprole, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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December 24, 2009
Question:Itching after full face C02 laser resurfacing. Answer: Itching following C02 laser resurfacing of the face is common at 1 to 2 weeks. I often treat this itching with a mild hydrocortisone cream. On the other hand,when there is severe itching in ssociation with an accentuated redness, there may be an underlying monilial fungal infection that can easily be treated. It is important to have this itching evaluated by your treating doctor and appropriately addressed. It is important to avoid scratching as this may produce scars.
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December 15, 2010
I had fractional co2 on 11/18/10 and experienced severe itching as well. It started around day 3 and continued for about a week and a half. I took benadryl and used hydrocortisone cream with minimal relief. I did not scratch the areas for fear of irritation but rubbed gently. I was beginning to wonder if I had an infection but the itching eventually stopped. Honestly, the itching was the worst part....it drove me nuts!!
April 15, 2014
I am in day 7 and still itching. It is driving me crazy. Can anyone recommend something I can do? I am afraid it will never go away,
September 28, 2011

I had a co2 cool laser yesterday,the redness is gone but i have spots of brusing wher the laser hit,around 10 or so.what shoild I do or does it just take time,and how much time.thank you

November 28, 2011
Hi Wichita girl,
I just wanted to say your face looks fabulous! Thanks for sharing your pics with us.
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November 28, 2011
Thanks! It has been two years now. I just had a V peel. to keep the results. Very happy still! My neck lift did not maintain the initial results, however. I am not happy with that.
UPDATED FROM Wichita Girl

It has been 3 years since my Co2 full face laser...

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It has been 3 years since my Co2 full face laser procedure. I am still reaping the benefits. My skin still does not have any brown spots and I do not have to use any foundation. My skin always looks luminous. I am so glad that I did it! Here is what I have done since: I use retinA religiously as well as sunscreen. I also use Clarsonic at least once a day for cleansing. I occasionally have a facial (about 4 times a year). As for medical grade "assistance, 2 years ago I did a Vipeel and I keep up with fillers as needed. I did have Sculptra last year to fill in some of the areas of my face where fat was lacking due to age; that's about it. I will probably do the C02 again at some point if I can find a PS I can trust. I have moved twice, so I am not longer a Wichita Girl!

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April 19, 2013
Tell me about clarsonic and any other products im NOT going through this to ruin it ya know! Help I need a mentor;-)
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April 20, 2013
I use a clarsonic and RetinA. Be sure use loads of sunscreen! My skin is still in great shape.
April 20, 2013
What do you mean by a clarsonic?
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April 20, 2013
It is a facial cleansing system. You use your cleanser on a battery operated brush to wash your face. You can get it from Amazon Sephora, Ulta. It is a great way to keep skin clean and remove dead skin. Don't use u til you have fully healed from your procedure.
April 20, 2013
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April 30, 2013
Traditional Full Face .
April 30, 2013
Did you have Traditional or Fractional CO2?
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April 30, 2013
Traditional
April 17, 2014
Co2. Smart laser day 8 still itching
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April 17, 2014
I had my treatment on April 1. The first few days, I looked like something from the Walking Dead! I had Artefil Injections at the same time, so IMAGINE! lol. I am three weeks out and my skin looks sooo much better. I still am experiencing redness but that's ok. Unlike you, I went out on day three because I couldn't miss work. I am scheduled for a tummy tuck on the 30th and am saving my days for the recovery. I do Intensive In Home Therapy with kids. I just explained that I had laser treatment on my skin. I did get LOTS of odd looks and some sympathetic words, but I just went with. What is the cleanser you mentioned?
April 18, 2014
Hi, I certainly understand the need to get back to work. A yellow based makeup is the best coverage for redness. I had the Jane Iredale color corrector that I used initially to help cover redness. Also, bare minerals makes a concealer that is pretty good. Definitely sunscreen is a must. The clarisonic really should not be used post op as your skin is just brand new and does NOT need exfoliation post laser treatment. It's great to help with cell turn over later, tho. Hope this helps.
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April 18, 2014
It does! Thank you. I am enjoying the fresh, rejuvenated look of my skin. At night, I am using Vaseline to keep it moist. It is still not completely 100% and it really helps. Tummy Tuck in 12 days! Scared! Excited! Wish me well :-)
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July 9, 2014
Did you have fraction AL co2 or full co2 ?.
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October 26, 2015
Hey all. I am the original poster, but I have long since moved from Wichita, changed my Real Self name and email. Well, It has been a long time since I had this procedure! My skin still looks very good but I think I am ready for a face lift at this point. Not many people get CO2 any longer since there are so many good fractional out there. I don't think I would go through it again since there are other less painful things to do.