TREATMENT INFO
A mild sunburn-like sensation is expected.
This usually lasts 1-2 hours but can persist up to 24 hours; individuals may vary. Mild swelling, tenderness, and/or redness may accompany this.
Apply ice packs or gel packs (do not apply direct ice) to the treated area for 10-15 minute intervals every hour for the next four hours as needed. A topical anti-inflammatory can be used for redness and tenderness. An oral, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, may be taken to reduce discomfort; use according to the manufacturer's instructions.
In rare cases, prolonged redness or blistering may occur. If this happens, please call our office at 253-486-2066. An antibiotic ointment such as bacitracin may be applied to the affected areas twice a day until healed; however, aquaphor or Vaseline will also suffice! Avoid triple antibiotic ointment, including neosporin.
Shower as usual. Treated areas may be temperature-sensitive. Avoid soaking in a hot tub of water. Avoid scrubbing, use of exfoliants, scrub brushes, and loofah sponges until the treatment area has returned to its pre-treatment condition.
The pigmented lesions may initially look raised and/or darker with a reddened perimeter; this is normal. It will gradually turn darker over the next 24-48 hours. It may turn dark brown or even black and will begin to flake off in 7-10 days. Rarely would it progress to a scab or crusting phase; if this happens, please call us.
Veins or vascular lesions may undergo immediate graying or blanching (turning white) or they may exhibit a slight purple or red coloring. If the treated area develops crusting or a scab, it will start to flake off in 7-14 days. The vessels will fully or partially fade in about the same amount of time. Repeat treatment to veins may be every 7-14 days or when the skin has fully recovered.
Do not pick, scratch, or remove any scabs or skin flakes. Allow them to flake off on their own. If you peel them, you can scar.
Lesions are usually healed in 7-10 days. They will continue to fade over the next 6-8 weeks after treatment.
Please keep all follow-up appointments and do not hesitate to call our office if you have questions or concerns.