PRE & POST ERBIUM LASER TREATMENT INSTRUCTION

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PRE-ERBIUM TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:

 .Apply numbing cream (available at the clinic) 30 minutes before treatment.

 .Wash face with mild cleanser and pat skin dry.

 

Erbium laser Post- Treatment Care:

Burning, hotness, redness, swelling, warmth, itchiness, and a sunburned sensation, as well as tightness sensation, are normal and anticipated responses following your resurfacing procedure

Keep the treated area DRY and apply NOTHING for the first 6-8hours. sunscreen, lotion, or soap. Do not wash your face for 24 hours.

Do not make up for 72 hours.

Ice can be applied after 1-2 hours (must be wrapped in a towel before being applied to the skin). Soft gel icepacks may help alleviate heat sensation and swelling that may occur. Use ice packs for at least 48 hours.

Expect swelling, redness, and a sandpaper-like texture in the 3-4 first days. You will notice most of the swelling on the first morning after treatment, particularly under the eyes.

To minimize swelling please 1-2hours post-procedure, apply cold compresses or soft gel ice packs for 10-15 minutes every 1-2 hours, and continue for the next 24-48 hours. Sleep elevated the first night. Use as many pillows as you can tolerate.

Heat sensation can be intense for 2-3 hours after treatment. Occasionally oozing can occur in isolated areas for a few days.

Redness may worsen over the first few days after treatment.

You may also notice little dark spots appear on treated areas or a bronzed appearance of skin.

Your skin may feel dry, peel or flake. You may notice a “sandpaper” texture a few days after treatment.

This is the treated tissue working its way out of your body as new fresh skin is regenerated.

 

Erbium Laser Post-Treatment Care:

Dead skin is a normal result of laser treatment. The skin should have crust and start sloughing off 3-7 days after the treatment. Most patients complete this process7-10 day after a treatment on the face. Healing is typically slower (may take up to 2 weeks) on other areas such as hands and arms. Allow the skin to heal and DO NOT scrub, rub or use exfoliants.

Once sloughing is complete, you may notice some pink-redness for several weeks. Most pink redness resolves during the first week after treatment, but a rosy “glow” can remain for several weeks.

Some patients may also experience itching or temporary acne breakouts.

Do not be alarmed if tiny grid patterns remain throughout the treated area. This should fade within 2-3 weeks.

Keep the treated area clean, Skin should be washed 4 times a day with only cool tap water and soft cotton balls.

DO NOT USE ANY CLEANSERS, SOAPS, OR TONERS.

Avoid smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, excessive exercise, perspiring, swimming or exposure to heat and sun.

Your skin will be sensitive for the first few weeks after treatment. DO NOT use products that will irritate during this time (Perfume or cosmetics containing alcohol) DO NOT use abrasive scrubs, toners, or products that contain glycolic acid or Retin-A until 2weeks.

Remember that peeling and/or flaking is normal during the healing process. Therefore, the moisturizer you use should be non-irritating and non-comedogenic to avoid breakouts. Reapply whenever your skin feels dry after 24hours.

It is VERY important that you must use sunscreen to prevent sun damage to the skin after 48hours. Sunscreen should offer broad-spectrum protection (UVA/UVB), have a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more, and be used daily. If direct sun exposure is necessary, wear a hat and clothing that covers the treated area.

If you notice any blisters, cuts, bruises, crusting, scabs, areas of raw skin, ulcerations, active bleeding, increased discomfort or pain, or any other problems, please call us immediately.