Fractional DOT Laser Treatment Perth

Dr Oates performs DOT Laser at government-licensed Academy Day Hospital, on-site at Academy Face and Body in Subiaco, Perth under local anaesthetic and or twilight sedation.

The laser hand piece is placed over the skin that’s being treated and held in that position before it’s moved to the next area for the same action. Due to the individual requirements of each patient, many variations can be performed with the same laser device. This means patients experiences, including timelines, can also differ. Patients can experience heat during the procedure. Immediately post patients can experience tightness, swelling, discolouration, stinging and for some, the possible inability to talk freely due to the local anaesthetic and feeling of numbness around the mouth. There may also be an increased feeling of heat following the procedure. The area treated will have Patroleum Jelly applied and the patient is then discharged later that same day from Academy Day Hospital.

Following DOT Laser, it is important for a patient to follow the comprehensive post-surgical instructions provided to them. Appointments are scheduled at regular intervals where post-operative care is provided and a patient’s recovery is monitored.

Patients will experience swelling, discolouration including dry dots or brown skin. Patients will be provided with instructions to cleanse, perform vinegar and water soaks and re apply Patroleum Jelly as part of their home care. The skin may ooze and there may be crusting or scabbing. Patients may experience an itch during the healing period. Makeup may be able to be worn at approximately 2 weeks post procedure. These symptoms are part of the normal healing process following DOT Laser, however patients are advised to contact the practice if they become concerned or require further information.

At approximately 2 weeks and 3 weeks post DOT Laser, patients will see the visible discolouration fading and improvements in the skin. Patients can experience pinkness in the skin for months following the procedure. Skin post DOT Laser can continue to tighten for over 12 months.

Dr Oates generally recommends a minimum of three weeks off of work. This will vary from patient to patient.

All cosmetic surgery, including DOT Laser, carries risks.

The purpose of the information below is to provide realistic and educative information about the risks or potential risks of DOT Laser.

The following risks, as well as patient specific risks, will be discussed in more detail during the consultation process, to ensure each patient is fully informed before making a decision to proceed with surgery.

RISKS OF DOT Laser

• Swelling and bruising
• Increased pigmentation
• Pain and discomfort
• Infection
• Scarring
• Asymmetry and demarcation
• Burn to surface of the eye
• Activation of cold sores
• Inadequate improvement
• Prolonged redness