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Hi all,
Long time reader, first time writer.
Basically, I have a question which needs help from y'all. After careful consideration I went to see Dr. Tapan Patel (London, GB) last week for a consultation about my moderate/severe Boxcar and Rolling acne scars. I intend to write a proper post detailing my experiences with him in full at a later date, so will return to the consultation, decision making process etc. then.
Anyway the upshot is that he recommended a treatment with Enerjet. I'm aware of how this works, and agreed that it was the best option.
Crucially, Dr. Patel suggested the downtime was just 24 hours - my fcae would be red the next day, but this could be covered with light make up (I'm a bloke, but thats besides the point really!). However, the day after the treatment is scheduled I have an important presentation at work and want to be looking presentable (if not perfect haha).
Do we think this is likely?
More info: I have Caucasian skin, and have previously had aggressive derma rolling treatments - which had recovered satisfactorily by the following day. Also taking 1500mg of Vitamin C daily, using vitamin C serum and a separate vitamin E cream to help healing process and collagen remodelling.
Thanks guys - your insight is appreciated! Please get in touch soon, the appt. is the end of this week.
I did get the procedure done, in the middle of March. Will post properly in a couple of weeks about benefits.
In terms of down time, I found Enerjet was actually far closer to Dr. Patel's 24 hour estimate than no_hope's experience. I would say that the next day I was presentable, and that all major swelling had receded quite significantly. I do have very tough skin though, so this may explain the difference in time scales.
It does leave you looking like you have a bad acne outbreak for 48-72 hours, but after this time I'm not sure anyone would have noticed.
If you were to have the procedure done on Friday afternoon, or even Saturday morning, I would say that you would be fine for work on Monday morning.
ps. the swelling immediately after Enerjet is awful! I looked in the mirror and regretted it instantly, but after a few hours it calms down well enough!