Laser skin treatments don't produce permanent results, but a single Laser Tattoo Removal near Isle of Palms SC treatment can last nearly half a decade with good skincare habits. You can continue to receive Laser Tattoo Removal near Isle of Palms SC treatments as many times as you need to get the results you want. Immediately after Laser Tattoo Removal near Isle of Palms SC, the skin may be sore and irritated. A person will also have a greater sensitivity to UV light, which can last up to 1 year. For most people, the results will last for several years and can be permanent if a person uses laser rejuvenation to treat scars.
CO2 laser rejuvenation is by far the most powerful skin rejuvenation technique available for facial skin. As you'll see in the photos below, Dr. Hussein is able to do what few in the world are able to do. The level of skin rejuvenation is simply exceptional.
However, this degree of improvement will require a minimum of 14 days at home. At this point, you can resume your normal tasks and activities and are medically fit to work. However, there will be ongoing redness, swelling, grainy texture (orange peel) on the skin, and possible hyperpigmentation. It takes 3 months for this to be fully resolved.
Therefore, even if you are technically able to work after 2 weeks, it will take 3 months until everything calms down completely and you can see the healing and full benefits. The biggest advantage of this procedure is that the results are permanent. Once healing is complete, the skin you have left is your new skin. The procedure doesn't have to be repeated like other cosmetic treatments, such as dermal fillers.
As long as the client takes good care of their skin, the results will last for many years before they have to consider doing anything else. The new type 3 collagen continues to be synthesized up to 6 months after the procedure, meaning that there is additional improvement after the immediate healing phase. Dr. Hussein is able to rejuvenate with a fully ablative CO2 and erbium YAG laser on all skin types.
In general, darker skin types may have a higher chance of hyperpigmentation, but this will eventually go away. This is one of the most annoying problems affecting women as their skin ages. It makes the face look prematurely aged. The only treatment that can resolve this problem naturally is deep and complete ablation.
This requires aggressive rejuvenation around the mouth. Very often, significant amounts of skin tissue need to be removed to completely soften this area. The intraoperative photos below give an indication of the depth of rejuvenation. There are few laser surgeons worldwide who have the experience and skills to perform this type of complete ablation rejuvenation at this level.
Scarring should be closely monitored and aftercare instructions should be strictly followed to minimize the risk of infection, excessive inflammation, delay healing and minimize the risk of infection, excessive inflammation, delay healing and leave scars. Once the patient has seen Dr. Hussein for a consultation and the treatment is considered appropriate, the client will be on the list for the procedure. During the consultation, the possibility of prescribing a medication for prophylaxis will be studied.
Once the procedure is scheduled, the prescription for the laser pack will be organized and purchased online, including the medications before the procedure. These medications should be used as directed by Dr. Hussein during the immediate recovery period of a few days after the procedure. Taking these medications minimizes the risk of harmful side effects, such as infection, after this type of more aggressive cutaneous laser surgery.
It is important for the patient to have someone available to take them home after the procedure is performed. Customers should not expect to drive back home themselves. Hussein will see the patient before the procedure to prepare and clarify things. A consent form will be signed giving Dr.
Hussein permission to carry out the procedure. Antiviral tablets will then be administered, as well as an optional sedative. Pre-procedure photos will be taken at the initial consultation. If no photos have been taken before the procedure, they will be taken at this time, the face will be cleaned and prepared with a special type of topical local anesthetic gel.
Hussein will also use additional anesthetic techniques, such as tumescent anesthesia or nerve blocks. These are injections of a special type of local anesthetic under the skin. After the procedure is over, the patient's face will feel very warm. It is best described as a sunburn sensation.
This burning sensation will last up to 24 hours before disappearing. After removing the protective goggles, a protective cream called CU3 cream or Eucerin Aquaphor cream is applied to the skin freshly treated. This cream acts as a waterproof barrier to protect bare skin from dehydration and infection. Detailed instructions on aftercare will be analyzed and given to the patient.
These instructions must be strictly followed. It will be necessary to strictly avoid exposure to the sun in the immediate recovery phase and, at least, up to a month later of the procedure. Sunscreen can only be used at least one month after the procedure (see for details below in the aftercare instructions). Patients are at risk of contracting an infection during the first few days after the procedure.
It's important to keep your face clean and strictly follow aftercare instructions to minimize this risk. Hussein usually administers a dose of antibiotic once a day to minimize the risk of bacterial infection. There will also be an antiviral tablet twice a day. These tablets should be continued for 14 days after the procedure.
There will also be a package with medications for use ONLY if so indicated by Dr. Hussein. Usually, Dr. Hussein will monitor healing day by day through the VIRTUAL ROOM ROUND.
This is through the use of “selfie” type photos taken by the customer and sent to the contact details provided by Dr. Hussein. Dr. Hussein can then provide real-time counseling for the first 14 days of the recovery period. Any patient who undergoes this procedure will have a direct line of communication with Dr.
Hussein at all times during recovery. Close supervision of this nature makes it possible to treat any possible complications quickly and minimize risks. After 14 days, patients can return to work. There will still be some ongoing redness that will take 12 weeks to go away.
Patients should not ignore aftercare instructions, as they could develop permanent scarring and changes in skin texture. Brown pigmentation may occur in the treated areas of the face (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation), but this tendency will disappear spontaneously. Hyperpigmentation can be minimized by avoiding exposure to the sun. Fully ablative CO2 rejuvenation is the most aggressive type of skin rejuvenation procedure performed by Dr.
As Dr. Hussein is an expert in laser skin surgery, the incidence of side effects is low. In the hands of Dr. Hussein, the fully ablative CO2 laser is a safe procedure.
This is the most common side effect. It's more common in darker skin types. The improvement can be accelerated by the addition of topical treatment. The duration generally depends on the severity of the inflammation that created it in the first place. Full resolution can take anywhere from a few weeks to 6 months, depending on the severity. Sun exposure is the most common aggravating factor and that's why it's important to strictly avoid the sun for the first few weeks after treatment.
If aftercare instructions are strictly followed, these types of complications are much more likely to be avoided. Hypopigmentation is the medical term for skin lightening. After fully ablative CO2 rejuvenation, it is normal for the skin to be little clearer. This is due to the way in which the organized collagen in the new skin reflects more light.
This gives the impression of a slightly lighter color. True hypopigmentation is the lack of melanin production due to damage caused to melanin-producing cells by thermal injury caused by the laser. This is rare when CO2 rejuvenation is fully ablative, since the new skin is filled with new melanin-producing cells from the deeper adnexal structures, which are located at a reasonable distance from the treated skin surface. If true hypopigmentation occurs, recovery may take many months and may in fact be permanent.
This is usually only a problem if the face is partially treated (e.g. treatment is limited to the contour of the mouth (in the case of smokers). New skin may have a slightly different shade than surrounding skin, leaving a visible dividing line between treated and untreated areas. This is less likely for lighter skin types.
For this reason, Dr. Hussein prefers to avoid partial treatment and will treat the entire face, although with a varying intensity depending on what you want to achieve. This allows for a more combined result. It's important to note that if skin with lighter freckles is partially treated, there will also be a demarcation between untreated freckled skin and treated skin without freckles.
This can occur in any type of laser rejuvenation. HSV (cold sore virus) infection is the most common type, but it's usually prevented by taking an acyclovir tablet three times a day for 7 days during the recovery period. Hussein also administers prophylaxis for bacterial infections in the form of an antibiotic tablet once a day for 7 days after the procedure. There is also the possibility of a fungal infection and, therefore, Dr.
Hussein will include medications in the aftercare package to treat it should it occur. However, it is only necessary to start them if Dr. Hussein so indicates. An uncontrolled infection can then cause hypertrophic scarring (raised bumps).
Fortunately, if detected and treated early, any problem can be prevented. This is why Dr. Hussein closely monitors healing with “selfie” photos daily for the first week. Rejuvenation for deep wrinkles around the mouth To eliminate these wrinkles, deep combined laser rejuvenation is necessary, which naturally carries a greater risk of hypertrophic scar formation.
When there are deeper acne scars on the skin, it is necessary to increase the depth of rejuvenation. This usually occurs on the cheeks. Here there is a naturally greater risk of delayed healing, atrophic or hypertrophic scarring and hypopigmentation. This is a textured raised scar that forms a web-like pattern on the skin.
It occurs very rarely in cases of delayed healing and prolonged inflammation after laser rejuvenation. It is a little more common on the forehead. It has been observed during COVID that the use of masks increases the incidence of this type of scarring. That's why DrH strictly prohibits the use of masks for 3 months after laser rejuvenation. This is a treatment in which the skin on the eyelids tightens too much.
It can cause eversion of the eyelid margins and the inability to fully close. the eye. Mild cases may improve with nonsurgical treatment, but more severe cases may require corrective oculoplastic surgery. This complication of laser surgery is more likely in aggressive forms of laser rejuvenation, such as fully ablative CO2 rejuvenation.
This is a form of increased skin sensitivity that some people experience after laser rejuvenation. In some cases, it can be quite serious. Mild irritants can cause disproportionately large skin irritation (burning and itching), which in turn can cause prolonged redness and darkening of the skin. It is usually treated with a topical steroid ointment if it occurs and eventually goes away spontaneously.
Activation can be minimized by using gentle, unscented skin products and cleansers after treatment. Hussein can advise you on the right products. This is an extremely rare dermatological condition that can be triggered by any type of skin injury, including the laser. There are only a few case reports worldwide after laser surgery.
It is an exceptionally rare consequence, but in practice it amounts to the skin's inability to fully heal after treatment. If this were to happen, the treatment would be carried out in a specialized dermatological unit, but the consequence could be the formation of permanent scars. This treatment is designed to renew, tighten and improve the texture of facial skin. It is an aggressive procedure and requires strict adherence to these aftercare instructions.
Immediate and highly visible benefits can be seen in the form of reduced laxity (tightening), reducing wrinkles, eliminating sun damage, increasing elasticity, and improving collagen density and thickness. It is a procedure that is also used to improve acne scars by causing skin contraction, a degree of direct physical vaporization of acne scars and the remodeling of collagen in the deepest layer of the skin (dermis). The fractional CO2 laser can also be used for the remodeling of acne scars, but it is a considerably less powerful technique. Never pick up or remove scales or crusts from the skin.
Removing them will increase the chance of scarring. Please note that the above time periods may vary depending on the intensity of the treatment. For example, the duration of scabs may be longer in more aggressive treatments. You will be given a skincare pack containing Dermol face wash and Aquaphor cream.
These are the only two things that should be used to keep the skin healing for the next 4 weeks. There are also medications in the package and you will be told how to use them. After a fully ablative laser, the face should be washed twice a day. The first wash should be done the morning after surgery. Thereafter, the face should be washed in the morning upon waking up and before going to bed at night.
Face washing should not be done more than twice a day. It's tempting to do this when waste builds up throughout the day. However, washing more than twice a day causes unnecessary trauma and skin irritation. This increases inflammation and slows the healing process. By reducing the speed of healing, we increase the chance of infection. Facial washing should be done in the shower with warm running water.
The water should not be hot. Test it on the back of your hand as you would test a baby's temperature. Washing your face in the sink is not enough, as it is difficult to remove residues by throwing water over your face. Check that the shower water pressure is reasonable and that the temperature is warm. Rinse your face with plenty of shower water.
Then apply approximately one tablespoon of Dermol facial cleansing gel and massage all over the face. Leave it on your face for a minute to a minute and a half. It will sting you and this is normal. After this period, rinse the dermol with plenty of warm shower water.
The pressure of the facial massage should be sufficient to remove the crystalline residue. It is possible to dry your face with a disposable paper towel or disposable kitchen paper. You should not use a regular towel, as it is not clean enough. If you want, you can let your face air dry. Many patients naturally feel that washing their hair should be avoided.
Not washing your hair allows potentially infectious waste to build up along the hairline. This will increase the risk of infection after the procedure. The hair can be washed while standing in the shower. With your back to the shower, tilt your head back and rinse your hair with plenty of warm water.
Then, apply the shampoo with care to minimize the application of shampoo foam to the face, but also to ensure that the hairline adjacent to the face is cleaned properly. This can be done by tilting your head back as if you were washing your hair in a hair salon. The only substance that should be applied to the skin after complete ablation for the first month after surgery is Aquaphor or petroleum jelly. Both of these products are safe and the risk of irritation, inflammation and delayed healing is minimal with these products.
They create an occlusive barrier on the face that prevents it from drying out. This moist, occlusive environment promotes skin regeneration and healing. Aquaphor is less greasy than petroleum jelly and will be included in your laser package. In around one percent of cases, patients may suffer from a contact allergy to Aquaphor.
The patient usually notices this when they feel persistent stinging, burning, and discomfort afterward of the application. Normally, Aquaphor should soothe the skin. In this case, Dr. Hussein will recommend switching to petroleum jelly.
Remember that Aquaphor and Vaseline should be used for a whole month after surgery. The application of any other moisturizing cream or healing balm is strictly prohibited. Sufficient petroleum jelly or Aquaphor should be applied to the face to ensure good coverage of all laser-treated areas, including the eyelids. There is no need to apply layers that are too thick. Since it's normal for your face to ooze and be oily as a result of petroleum jelly or Aquaphor, you should use a clean towel over your pillow when you sleep.
Change this towel every day for the first 10 days after the surgery. Laser procedures and the application of sunscreen after the procedure usually go hand in hand. The fully ablative laser is an exception to this. This is because the outer barrier layer (epidermis) has been completely removed.
The sunscreen is only designed to be applied to healthy, intact skin with an epidermal layer. Like most over-the-counter creams. After temporarily losing this natural barrier after complete ablation, the skin will react adversely if the sunscreen is applied too soon. It will cause irritant contact dermatitis (an inflammatory reaction that is harmful to the skin).
If this happens, your healing will be delayed. In patients with darker skin, early application of sunscreen is more likely to cause inflammation and hyperpigmentation. Therefore, it should be avoided for at least one month after complete ablation. Once you have settled down enough, Dr.
Hussein will recommend starting to use sunscreen. This will never be less than a month from now. If you are going to develop hyperpigmentation after the laser, it will occur regardless of the application of the sunscreen. You can't stop this from happening. However, strictly following aftercare instructions will ensure a faster recovery.
Remember to avoid the sun, NO use sunscreen. Patients often ask about special healing creams such as Cicalfate, Bio oil, Sudocrem, Bepanthen, Biafine, Flammazine or silicone-based gels. All of these should be strictly avoided for a total of three months after surgery. Complete ablation is a very specific type of laser surgical procedure.
Using these products before three months will increase the chances of developing permanent scarring. It is imperative that you strictly follow the instructions without experimenting. Silicone-based dressings, such as kelocote or Stratacel, will leave scars if applied for the first three months. Masks should not be worn to protect against the transmission of Covid for 3 months after the procedure.
It may seem like a good idea, as it hides embarrassing redness after surgery. The use of masks in this 3-month period will cause inflammation, folliculitis and fine cobweb scarring on the face (scar healing). This type of scarring is permanent if left untreated. DO NOT WEAR A MASK FOR THREE MONTHS. DRHConsult will provide you with a mask exemption letter if necessary.
Please note that it is now not a legal requirement to wear a mask in the UK. Shaving with a razor should be strictly avoided for the first month after complete ablation. Electric shavers that rub against the skin with rotating or oscillating heads should also be avoided. Starting on day 14 after surgery, a light beard trimmer can be used every few days if needed.
Shaving with a razor may begin provisionally 6 weeks after the procedure. You can now wash your face normally in the sink or shower with a facial cleanser such as Avene Cleanance or Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser. Warm (not hot) water should be used, otherwise redness will increase after washing. At night, before going to bed and after washing, it is still advisable to use Aquaphor, Vaseline or Neova CU3 copper peptide healing cream.
At this stage, it is common to feel fatigued due to redness or, in darker skin types, to feel self-conscious due to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. It is normal for patients to want to camouflage this situation. The risk and benefit of any product must be evaluated. If this product irritates the skin, its use will prolong redness and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Therefore, the short-term gain obtained through camouflage is lost by prolonging the problem of pigmentation or redness. You will remain under close supervision and will only be missing a message from the DRHConsult team at this time. Therefore, be sure to let the team know if you think you have any problems starting with these types of products. In more than 85% of cases, patients will be able to restore their normal facial care routine at this time.
Glycolic or salicylic acid scrubs can be reintroduced. Niacinamide and antioxidants such as vitamin C can also be reintroduced. In general, subsequent photographs will be requested at this stage, since now is the time when healing must be complete enough to be able to make an accurate evaluation before and after. Wash your face with Avene Cleanance soap-free cleansing gel. Apply Avene Hydrance Optimal Light moisturizer.
Optional: Lycogel makeup base is a specially formulated makeup base that can be combined with skin color and safely applied after laser treatment to help mask any redness while things calm down. Apply Heliocare 360 oil-free sunscreen. Occasionally, this preparation may cause airtightness, in which case it can be replaced by the Heliocare SPF 50 protector against UVA rays and UVB. For existing patients in the post-operative phase, Dr.
Hussein will continue to be available for virtual rounds as usual. The recovery time with fractional laser rejuvenation is a full week. Your doctor will determine what type of laser rejuvenation treatment is best for you after a complete evaluation of your medical history, current physical condition and desired results. This type of ablative laser therapy focuses on skin laxity and photodamage to precise areas of the skin without affecting healthy skin.
The risk is that, since laser light penetrates more deeply than other lasers, there is a greater risk of complicated scarring and scarring. Most people notice that their skin looks younger for several years after treatment, but as aging progresses, signs of aging begin to appear again. There are two different types of lasers that can help with laser skin rejuvenation, each with some key differences. A new generation of CO2 laser rejuvenation uses very short (ultra-pulsed) or continuous pulsed light rays that are distributed following a scanning pattern to highly accurately remove thin layers of skin with minimal heat damage to the surrounding structures.
Many patients prefer treatments that use non-ablative lasers because they eliminate the need to remove the skin. This is a fully ablative CO2 laser or fully ablative erbium YAG procedure that is performed only by a few experienced laser surgeons worldwide. The laser removes the top layer of skin cells, known as the epidermis, and the outer cells of the dermis, which is the second layer of the skin. Hussein is one of the few laser surgeons in the world who has the knowledge and experience to offer this procedure and has performed numerous cases.
