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Philadelphia and Mainline Center of Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery

Written by Dr. Ringpfeil

Fractionated Erbium

Expected Results:

Removal of brown/age spots and uneven pigmentation, smooth texture of the skin.

Preparation:

Sun protection for several weeks prior to the treatment. Vigorous regimen of daily sunscreens and if the face is treated, night time retinoids for several months, no alcohol and aspirin for 2 weeks prior to the procedure, vitamin C 1000 mg daily starting 2 weeks prior to the treatment. There is no need for any anesthesia.

Post treatment instructions:

Rigorous sun avoidance/protection for 3 months. Avoid aspirin for 10 days, continue vitamin C 1000 mg daily for 3 months. Skin care in the immediate postoperative period includes the use of a very gentle non-soap cleanser, petrolatum the night after the procedure, oral medication to prevent herpes reactivation if the face is treated. Topical retinoids can be resumed when scabbing subsides (7-10 days after treatment).

Time to desired results:

3-4 treatments, 3-4 weeks apart.

Contraindications:

Recent tan, skin types that never burn (Mediterranean and some Asian skin types can be treated), isotretinoin (Accutane) in the past 6-12 months).

Duration of desired effects:

Permanent with proper and vigorous sun protection of the treated areas. Future sun damage can be prevented by sun avoidance and use of a broad spectrum UVA and UVB sunscreen for life.

Downtime:

Sunburn-like redness for 24-48 hours, scaling and flaking for up to 10 days. Note: Brown spots and freckles are accentuated after the treatment until skin has flaked off.

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PATIENT RATINGS

Would you recommend us?

definitely
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Compare our service to other similar practices

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Overall doctor performance

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The doctor listened to you attentively

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The doctor took time to answer your questions

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The doctor explained treatment options

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The doctor explained treatment options

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Front desk performance

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Aesthetician performance

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Office comfort

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Parking

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Friendliness of the staff during appointment

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What WE DID WELL

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Just friendliness.

#12011-01-05 14:23:47

Dr. Ringpfeil's professionalism as well as her wonderful bedside manner.

#22023-06-21

I have been to many dermatologists and the service here was exceptional.

#32023-05-14

I really liked that I felt as though I was in a warm and friendly environment vs the sterile and cold feel many other physicians offices maintain. I also thought the tablet P.C. was very cool!

#42023-02-08

The way Dr.Ringpfeil and the medical assistant has communicated

#52022-10-19

The Dr. was excellent in every way !

#62011-04-18 11:48:00

The professionalism of the staff and doctor. Everyone was easy to talk to and my questions were answered.

#72022-11-13

NO WAITING,THANK YOU !

#82023-09-24

I found this to be a very pleasant and professional appointment -- better than most .... I would absolutely recommend to others and will utilize the many services available at this office.

#92010-12-15 11:51:05

cleanliness of office, layout of facility, short wait time to see physician, communication skills of physician and medical asst.

#102023-01-06

What can we do better?

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less waiting time in the room

#12023-06-28

I can't think of anything else that you can do, everything was excellent.

#22023-04-13

everything was wonderful

#32010-08-25 12:47:35

I was impressed with every step of making the appointment to seeing the physician.

#42010-12-16 12:26:48

?water cooler in the waiting room?

#52023-01-20

Too Early

#62022-12-31

Just don't change what you're doing

#72023-08-04

My advice would be to continue doing exactly what you are presently doing. I had a very good first impression of Dr. Ringpfeil and the practice. Thank you.

#82011-02-07 10:50:14

just keep up the good work

#92011-04-19 10:17:20

keep on doing excellent customer service skills

#102023-09-08

Customer Rating : 4.6

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