{"df226ae8-fb69-4583-a72e-59db675487cd":"Q: How long is the recovery time?","c7f394f7-2697-451f-b233-0583f7d2fee4":"A: Downtime is usually minimal, although it depends on the treatment and how sensitive your skin is. Gentle resurfacing treatments may cause mild redness or light flaking for a few days, and injections can leave small marks or occasional bruising that settles within a few days.\n\nMost patients return to normal activities the same day, but I usually recommend avoiding heat, alcohol and strenuous exercise for 24 hours."}