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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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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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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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The doctor was very nice!

#12022-12-31

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!

#22022-08-26

Dr. Ringpfeil's no nonsense (but compassionate) manner. Decisive and confident.

#32011-11-03 09:35:32

jenny's attention was excelent

#42011-11-30 09:16:36

Knowledgable and friendly staff.

#52022-06-02

the artwork on the walls

#62022-12-23

The MD had a conprehensive plan for the dermatological care of my son

#72022-07-25

I like the conscientious of the team. They seem to care and are capable.

#82011-10-27 14:37:41

Very nice office, physician, physician's assistant are extremely helpful and understanding.

#92023-03-18

The doctor was very friendly and made everything relaxing.

#102023-01-22

What can we do better?

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Just continue to be as thorough and caring as my experience today. Quite like a breath of fresh air!

#12022-07-28

Keep doing the same thing.

#22022-06-25

More upbeat music! The warm temperature and the John Mayer-esque music made me feel as if it were bedtime =)

#32011-09-16 11:42:32

No recommendations - very satisfied/pleased with everything about the visit and the office and the Doctor and her assistants. thank you to everybody for makinng me feel so comfortable (i was verrrrrry nerous)!!

#42022-07-24

Keep up the good work!

#52022-06-19

everything was great

#62023-03-01

move closer to home

#72010-11-08 09:51:29

Just do the same good job

#82023-03-12

You were amazing

#92010-09-28 09:24:38

everything was great, i don't have any suggestions

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