Rosacea Treatment

Rosacea is a skin condition causing diffuse redness on the face. Small acne may be present alongside sometimes. It is mainly seen in fair skinned people and is much more common in women.

Conditions Treated

The condition is characterized by

  • Redness on the cheeks, nose and forehead
  • Prominent telangiectasia
  • Small papules or pustules

Recommended For

Patients who are diagnosed with rosacea may be good candidates for treatment if they:

  • Are in good physical health
  • Understand that treatment will not cure rosacea but can significantly reduce symptoms and improve the appearance of the skin

Types of rosacea

  • Acne rosacea

    Involves breakouts, pimples, and redness.

  • Vascular rosacea

    Leads to enlarged facial blood vessels, which can appear very red.

  • Ocular rosacea

    Causes red eyes, and eyelid swelling often resembling a stye.

  • Rhinophyma

    Is thickening of the skin, especially on the nose, and can lead to visible pores.

Procedure

  • Laser treatment:

    Laser or light treatment can help treat visible blood vessels. Using a pulse dye laser, your doctor will target broken blood vessels and disintegrate them. The procedure is most effective after other types of treatments have reduced pimples, bumps, and redness. Laser treatment eliminates visible blood vessels and flushing after three or more sessions.

  • Electrosurgery:

    Treating rosacea using electrosurgery offers a more targeted approach in removing visible blood vessels. In this procedure, your doctor uses a tiny needle electrode to apply an electric current or spark to individual blood vessels, causing them to disintegrate and dissolve into the skin.

  • Dermabrasion:

    If you have advanced or severe rosacea with skin thickening and a bulbous nose, dermabrasion can be an effective treatment for you. The procedure “sands down” the skin to its normal thickness. During healing, the new skin is usually healthy and free from rosacea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the side effects of laser therapy for rosacea?

Side effects of laser therapy for rosacea include swelling and bruising that might last for several days. Icing and gentle skin care will be needed during the recovery period.