About this episode

Dr. Azadeh Shirazi discusses modern rosacea management and resurfacing techniques with dermatologists Dr. Tomi Wall and Dr. Monica Boen.

In this episode of More Than A Pretty Face, Dr. Azi speaks with Dr. Tomi Wall about modern rosacea management, including pulsed-dye lasers, V-Beam, combination treatments, and intradermal Botox for flushing. She then sits down with Dr. Monica Boen to discuss the resurgence of CO₂ and Erbium resurfacing lasers, evolving technology, and the cautious excitement around regenerative treatments like exosomes and PDRN. Both dermatologists share practical skincare advice, treatment philosophy, and their go-to in-office approaches for natural, effective results. Timeline of what was discussed: 00:00 – Podcast intro & welcome 00:07 – Introducing Dr. Tomi Wall 00:55 – Why rosacea emotionally affects patients 01:40 – Types of rosacea explained 02:35 – Top at-home treatments (azelaic acid, ivermectin, sulfur) 03:40 – In-office vascular treatments with PDL 04:40 – How vascular lasers improve rosacea 05:25 – V-Beam for scarring 06:15 – Best timing to start scar laser treatment 07:15 – Treating bruising immediately after filler 08:10 – V-Beam settings for bruising 09:00 – Botox for flushing & neurovascular mechanisms 10:00 – Dilution, dosing, safety precautions 11:05 – Topicals for temporary…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Azadeh Shirazi

Guests: Dr. Tomi Wall, Dr. Monica Boen

Topics covered

• rosacea management
• laser treatments
• skincare advice
• dermatology
• regenerative treatments

Mentioned in this episode

Products: pulsed-dye lasers, V-Beam, intradermal Botox, CO₂, Erbium, exosomes, PDRN, azelaic acid, ivermectin, sulfur

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