Laser Resurfacing

janice · 11-07-2007, 01:49 AM

Laser resurfacing is a very popular and fast treatment for acne scars. Laser resurfacing basically works by burning a measure upper layer of the skin, and then letting it heal, leaving a newer looking skin. However, care must be taken after the procedure; the correct post operative procedure determines the success of the operation.

Nancy · 11-09-2007, 04:04 AM

Laser resurfacing is a very effective and better way to remove acne scars but the thing is that it is costly. I do not think many of the youngsters can afford it.

jnjsarauer · 11-17-2007, 06:12 PM

Do you know if this procedure is covered by most health insurance policies? It seems like so many things are deemed to be cosmetic procedures and therefore not covered, but acne scars can have such an emotional impact on a person that I think this should be covered.

janice · 11-18-2007, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by jnjsarauer

Do you know if this procedure is covered by most health insurance policies? It seems like so many things are deemed to be cosmetic procedures and therefore not covered, but acne scars can have such an emotional impact on a person that I think this should be covered.

I really think it is not covered by health insurance policies. But I do agree with you. For the safety also of the people who would decide to have this procedure.

lalajean · 11-18-2007, 08:17 AM

What would you say is the average cost of laser resurfacing. How is it different then other procedures and where would one look for more information regarding this procedure.

janice · 11-18-2007, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by jnjsarauer

Do you know if this procedure is covered by most health insurance policies? It seems like so many things are deemed to be cosmetic procedures and therefore not covered, but acne scars can have such an emotional impact on a person that I think this should be covered.

Hi again!
It is said that insurance does not cover laser resurfacing because it is an elective cosmetic surgery. I have just researched about it. I hope I answered your question.

janice · 11-18-2007, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by lalajean

What would you say is the average cost of laser resurfacing. How is it different then other procedures and where would one look for more information regarding this procedure.

I am not really sure how much it costs. I think it depends on your place/what country you are in. I think the difference of this from other procedures is that it removes the skin very precisely, layer by layer, resulting in fewer problems with hypopigmentation (lightening of skin).

Jason · 12-08-2007, 09:18 PM

It is very expensive plus i think it is very dangerous and contains a lot of side effects. It needs a lot of care after you do the laser treatment so if anyone goes for it. Better be sure you have consulted a good doctor and good treatment kits are used for the skin.

chris2k5 · 12-09-2007, 04:52 PM

Couldn't you convince your doctor or dermatologist to convince the Insurance company that it is a safety issue? Scares can be may infected or make you more prone to infections? Or you can tell your doctor it itches a lot and you are tempted to pick at them making them bleed.

brandy · 12-11-2007, 05:31 PM

Isn't it possible that you would need more than one of these treatments? I was looking into something like this and 1 treatment is expensive... I couldn't imagine having to get multiple!

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janice Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 285	Laser Resurfacing Laser resurfacing is a very popular and fast treatment for acne scars. Laser resurfacing basically works by burning a measure upper layer of the skin, and then letting it heal, leaving a newer looking skin. However, care must be taken after the procedure; the correct post operative procedure determines the success of the operation.

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11-09-2007, 04:04 AM	#2 (permalink)
Nancy Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 25	Laser resurfacing is a very effective and better way to remove acne scars but the thing is that it is costly. I do not think many of the youngsters can afford it.

11-17-2007, 06:12 PM	#3 (permalink)
jnjsarauer Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 166	Do you know if this procedure is covered by most health insurance policies? It seems like so many things are deemed to be cosmetic procedures and therefore not covered, but acne scars can have such an emotional impact on a person that I think this should be covered.

11-18-2007, 08:17 AM	#5 (permalink)
lalajean Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 64	What would you say is the average cost of laser resurfacing. How is it different then other procedures and where would one look for more information regarding this procedure.

12-08-2007, 09:18 PM	#8 (permalink)
Jason Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 60	It is very expensive plus i think it is very dangerous and contains a lot of side effects. It needs a lot of care after you do the laser treatment so if anyone goes for it. Better be sure you have consulted a good doctor and good treatment kits are used for the skin.

12-09-2007, 04:52 PM	#9 (permalink)
chris2k5 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 40	Couldn't you convince your doctor or dermatologist to convince the Insurance company that it is a safety issue? Scares can be may infected or make you more prone to infections? Or you can tell your doctor it itches a lot and you are tempted to pick at them making them bleed.

12-11-2007, 05:31 PM	#10 (permalink)
brandy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 15	Isn't it possible that you would need more than one of these treatments? I was looking into something like this and 1 treatment is expensive... I couldn't imagine having to get multiple!