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How many micro laser peels are needed to fully remove a face full of freckles?
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I'm having a 20-30 micro laser peel to remove my entire face full of freckles and pigment. Will that be deep enough to completely remove them in one session? If not, how deep does the laser need to go? Downtim... Read more
Will laser resurfacing help with postinflammatory hyperpigmentation?
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I had laser hair removal performed on my upper lip 2 years ago and developed postinflammatory hyperpigmentation in the dermal layer. I've been on Rx tretinoin and hydroquinone for over 1.5 yrs with little impro... Read more
How do I use tretinoin and kojic acid?
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I received a tube of tretinoin (1%) and a tube of kojic acid (5%), but there were no instructions that came with them. Which one do I use first? Is one applied on top of the other? Read more
Would laser resurfacing close a hole I have on my face?
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I am a 22-year-old woman with a hole in her face. I removed a mole at home seven years ago and a few days later removed the flattened area that was left over from the initial mole removal. There has been a hole... Read more
Why would wrinkles not disappear after a laser resurfacing treatment?
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I had laser resurfacing done two weeks ago. All of the swelling is gone, but my wrinkles appear to be the same as they were before the expensive procedure. Why do I still have wrinkles when it was supposed to r... Read more
Is laser resurfacing good for holes on my face?
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I have some holes on my face due to my pimples problem few years ago. They are not very deep but it is still pretty obvious. Iwish to do laser resurfacing. Will that be enough for me to do once? Read more
Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation - Dermal
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Hi, I have post inflammatory hyper pigmentation (Dermal Layer) on my whole arms and upper back. The cause of this was initially excessive itching. Can someone please suggest whether laser resurfacing will be a ... Read more
Stretch mark removal
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I have old stretch marks on my stomach from having my kids 10+ years ago. I am a small person so I don't need of a tummy tuck but wanted for years to get rid of the stretched out wrinkled skin around my belly b... Read more
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With all the current rejuvenation treatments available, short of a facelift? Which treat has the most benefits for the longest period?
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I'm a 56 year old female, fitness trainer, red/blonde w/light skin, I see the droop starting around the sides of my lower face/chin and the lines around and on my lips and forehead increasing at an alarming rat... Read more
Linear IgA Bullous Dermatosis
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I have Linear IgA Bullous Dermatosis and take Dapsone to manage it. I've noticed significant changes in my skin recently, with laxity being the primary issue. Am I a candidate for skin Tyte/Titan or Thermage? Read more
Freckle and mole removal procedure that also won't cause scarring?
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Im not sure what procedure would remove freckles & moles (flat, not raised) off of my body. I am fair complected with many freckles & moles...is there any thing to remove them without scarring? Read more
What are the best creams? Which laser will lighten my scar?
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I have an abdominoplasy scar that I would like to lighten. I believe it is a hyertrophic scar. What is best: creams or is there a laser out there that can lighten these types of scars? Read more
Is laser resurfacing or IPL best for a scar I've had for 17 years?
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I have a pigmentation scar of about 3 inches by 2 inches wide, which is darker than my skin color. I am sure it is embedded deep into my skin because I used an Obagi kit on this and it did not help with lighten... Read more
How can I have a mole from my face removed?
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I have had a mole on my face since I was a child. It has always been a source of bad self-image. I have wanted to get rid of it for years but I never knew how. It is right under my nose and is kind of like a pe... Read more
What kind of laser for brown spots?
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HI.i have alot of sunspots on my face(especially on my chin&cheek).I was thinking about laserWhat kind of laser is appropriate for me? Read more
If I take Amoxicillin can I do the Laser Genesis procedure?
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I am interested in Laser Genesis and I currently take amoxicillin for mild acne. Can I still do the procedure? Read more
Is there a Laser Resurfacing treatment to flatten scars?
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Is there a Laser Resurfacing treatment to flatten scars? Read more
What is the best laser treatment for old back acne scars?
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What is the best laser treatment for old back acne scars? Read more
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