Smoothbeam caused burn blisters and scars

[pyrrhic]

Hi,

I had Smoothbeam done for the second time 5 days ago.  Soon after the procedure, I developed 7 blisters on my face.  Out of my 7 blisters, 5 have popped already. I think two of them popped on their own after a day, but I popped three of them by accident soon after because they are so close to my mouth on precarious locations.

The popped ones have taken crescent shapes. One of the open blisters without a blister roof looks bright red, indented, and burnt which has me worried about leaving a scar.

None of them look infected though since I've kept them covered with Bacitracin at all times. I'm not sure how my scars will heal without blister roofs to keep them protected.

Keeping these moist is the way to go? I still don't know if I am taking care of these properly since I was only told to keep applying Bacitracin on these burns by the laser office.  

How do I take care of these properly to minimize scar formation?  How should I take care of the open blisters?  I have looked everywhere online for information but could not find an answer.  Thank you for your help.  

[pyrrhic]

Thank you doctor.

So it's best to keep open blisters moist?  Scabbing is bad?

I would love to discuss it with my treating doctor but I cannot see her until Wednesday. I want to make sure I'm doing everything I can in the meantime with these blisters.  

[Howard Rosenberg, MD]

There are a number of techniques that can be used to keep these areas moist for healing.  Topical agents like antibiotics or aloe vera gel are often used.  There are also artificial skin type dressings that can be applied.  These should be discussed with your treating physician.