When is it worthwhile to repeat a CO2 laser?
I’m really glad you asked this because I’m seeing a lot of similar questions on the blog. The question really is………at what point will further treatments not confer any or...
Lasering over fillers – is it safe?
I’m glad you asked this. There is not much data on this since the laser devices and the fillers are owned by different companies. There’s not been much collaboration on...
For acne scars, would multiple CO2 treatments help?
You are so welcome! I’m glad you were helped by the treatment. You’re exactly right for the deep acne scars, they generally need more than 1 treatment or a different...
A question re a CO2 laser and how to manage the recovery.
Here’s what to remember about CO2 lasers. Only do a CO2 laser with an office that gives you clear and written pre and post care instructions and who sees you...
Are lasers safe?
On the pro side, laser treatments have helped millions of people, at this point in time, with a huge range of problems from acne scars, traumatic scars, rosacea and the...
Scars on the face and age of treatment.
Thank you for reading! On facial scars, in my opinion the microneedling doesn’t work even remotely as well as a fractionted CO2 laser or, in some cases the originial 1550nm...
Which laser would be best for wrinkles?
Hello doctor – regarding those two lasers, either would do an excellent job. Even though one is an erbium, it’s an erbium that may give results that are similar...
Can I repair my upper lip lines if I’m 60-80?
The answer to this is yes but with some qualifications. The area will never be perfect again, but if you would be happy with 60-80% improvement, then that could be...
On Fraxel and CO2 to the doctor from Istanbul!
Many people including doctors are confused about this. I’m including several links for you as well. In short, these are completely different lasers and really shouldn’t (at this point in...
Problems with skin texture and color after a laser treatment – Pearl Fusion.
Bottom line: This laser is a “fusion” technology by Cutera (laser using a 2790nm wavelength) which unless used perfectly, in my opinion, is more likely to cause post procedure and...
