Dear Derm Authority: Laser Therapy Pre-treatment
Q: Do you often do pre-treatment with topical medications before the laser therapy, especially when you treat darker skin types? I heard that it is better to use retinoid + hydroquinone for 6 weeks before the laser treatment because lightning of dark color background will minimize the risk of burn.
A: Practicing in South Florida, I see many patients with darker skin types seeking laser treatm …
Q: Do you often do pre-treatment with topical medications before the laser therapy, especially when you treat darker skin types? I heard that it is better to use retinoid + hydroquinone for 6 weeks before the laser treatment because lightning of dark color background will minimize the risk of burn.
A: Practicing in South Florida, I see many patients with darker skin types seeking laser treatm … Continue reading "Dear Derm Authority: Laser Therapy Pre-treatment"
