- The procedure may result in the following adverse experiences or risks:
⦁ DISCOMFORT/PAIN – Some discomfort and/or pain may be experienced during treatment.
⦁ REDNESS/SWELLING – Redness (erythema) or swelling (edema) of the treated area is common and may occur.
BRUSING - There may be bruising in the treatment area.
⦁ HYPOPIGMENTATION / HYPERPIGMENTATION – During the healing process, there is a slight possibility that the treated area may become either lighter (hypopigmentation) or darker (hyperpigmentation) in color compared to the surrounding skin. This is usually temporary, but, on a rare occasion, it may be permanent.
⦁ WOUNDS – Treatment can result in burning, blistering, or bleeding of the treated area(s), but is unlikely.
⦁ SUN EXPOSURE / TANNING BEDS / ARTIFICIAL TANNING - May increase risk of side effects and adverse events.
⦁ INFECTION – Infection is a possibility whenever the skin surface is disrupted, although proper wound care should prevent this. If signs of infection develop, such as pain, heat, or surrounding redness, please call our office.
⦁ SCARRING – Scarring is a rare occurrence, but it is a possibility if the skin surface is disrupted. To minimize the chances of scarring, it is IMPORTANT that you follow all post-treatment instructions provided by your healthcare staff.
⦁ EYE EXPOSURE – Protective eyewear (shields) will be provided to you during the treatment. Failure to wear eye shields during the entire treatment may cause severe and permanent eye damage.
⦁ If any of these occur, please call our office.