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YAG (Non Ablative) + Microdermabrasion - Large Pores/Orange Peel texture

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For a while, I have been super unhappy with my...

Kmek
$350
For a while, I have been super unhappy with my large pores/orange peel-y texture on my cheeks and chin. I had the Erbium ablative done earlier this year (with ok results), but since I didn't like the 10+ days of downtime, I opted for the YAG non-ablative. This was considered a "lunchtime" peel, and my Dr told me that I could have better results pairing it with a microdermabrasion immediately following. He only did my forehead, cheeks, nose, around my mouth, and chin. He focused both the laser and microderm on my cheeks (where you see the crusting in the pics).
I'm not sure if the order of procedures was done incorrectly, though, because after the microderm my skin was very raw. Then, later that evening, my skin was blistering and bleeding. I realized I wasn't given any post procedure instructions, but I tried to remember what I did post Erbium. It was hurting to even splash water on it, and any mild lotion (even cetaphil) burned. Since it's the weekend, I have to wait until my doctor is back in office. I have been just splashing with lukewarm water and trying to moisturize with lotion (it burns slightly at first, but calms down after a while). I'm REALLY upset about this, considering I didn't want to have any downtime, but now I'm dealing with similar blistering that I had with the ablative laser! I'm mainly hoping it didn't damage my skin further, or that it will cause hyperpigmentation. My pictures show swollen lips, too, because I also had juvederm injected. I will update once I see my Dr.

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July 29, 2017
Sorry you had that experience. Any update?
October 9, 2017
I am an Esthetician. A Microderm treatment should not be conducted within 14 days of a peel or laser treatment. A peel and a microderm do the same thing. In the images with the red marks, I can see each pass from where the microderm wand ran along your face. I am so sorry this happened to you! Were you able to get a recovery balm or serum to help repair your skin? Please report your Doctor to the state board!
April 29, 2018
I am interested in knowing how your treatment turned out in the end
August 16, 2019
i couldn't believe a doctor would pair laser with microdermabrasion right afterwards. no wonder you feel skin stinging. your first aid sounded sensible. i do hope your skin could bounce back