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Active FX (Fractionated CO2 laser)

skin rejuvenation before and after

A carbon dioxide laser delivers accurate removal of skin layers and the highest degree of skin tightening available today. Fractionating this proven technique drastically reduces downtime compared to the traditional method as skin regenerates quicker from tiny islands of remaining epidermis.

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Expected results:

Removal of fine, and intermediate lines, skin tightening, even pigmentation, removal of brown spots (sun spots), smooth texture of skin.

Preparation:

Vigorous regimen of daily sunscreens and 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. Topical anesthetics is applied one hour prior to the procedure for maximum comfort.

Post treatment instructions:

Rigorous sun avoidance/protection for 3 months, refrain from alcohol consumption for 2 weeks after the treatment, 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 until skin renewal sets in (3 days), oral medications to prevent herpes reactivation and bacterial super infection.

The hours following the treatment, ice should be applied for fifteen minutes every hour. That night, avoid sleeping face down the avoid swelling. Topical retinoids can be resumed when scabbing subsides (3-5 days after treatment).

Time to desired results:

Up to 5 days for skin renewal, up to 6 months for skin tightening (maximum collagen production).

Contraindications:

History of phenol peel, isotretinoin (Accutane) in the past 12 months, coumadin and other blood thinners, recent tan. This treatment is highly efficient in fair skin types but all skin types can be treated. It is currently restricted to the face, neck and chest.

Duration of desired effects:

Even pigmentation is 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. Lines may recur within 10 years. This treatment can be paired with Botox injections and fillers in order to extend results. One to 2 treatments are usually sufficient to achieve these results.

Downtime:

3-6 days for skin renewal, gradually diminishing pinkishness for about 3 months.

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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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Everything! I appreciate the fact that Dr. Ringpfeil has a great understanding of my medical condition and how it has affacted my skin. I look forward to seeing her for all my future dermatalogical needs. I really needed a wonderful dermatologist and am grateful to Dr. Sandorfi for referring me to Dr. Ringpfeil.

#12011-01-12 12:15:01

everybody smiles

#22011-12-16 09:57:55

The entire visit was a calming and pleasurable experience. The Dr. was superb. She was knowledgeable, attentive and genuinely listened. Jill is very personalble. The staff was very friendly. Melissa was really great. Truly the best experience that I have had in a Dr's office.

#32010-11-08 14:00:01

Pleasant staff

#42024-11-28

the doctor was very nice and all the staff was very nice and answered all my questions i had.

#52025-02-09

Dr. Heckman gave me a lot of information and listened and answered all of my questions.

#62011-11-17 15:30:47

The reassurance that my concerns were addressed.

#72010-11-09 11:24:08

The doctor explained things thoroughly to me. She was able to treat a couple of skin growths on site today. I was given a couple of sample products as well as a coupon toward the purchase of one of the prescribed products that I am to use.

#82011-05-18 16:40:00

The time and attention from the Doctor....

#92024-08-28

Doctor was incredibly well spoken and informative.

#102025-05-17

What can we do better?

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Nothing!

#12025-01-19

Thank you for your help. I will definitely recommend Dr. Ringpfeil to friends.

#22024-10-31

i was completely satisfies with everything and everyone. Even my lateness was not held against me.

#32025-06-01

I wasn't aware that you can register online as a new patient. Can you guys make new patience aware

#42011-07-12 14:35:20

Maybe some more magazines for the guys. I`ll bring a few in...

#52024-10-08

I had an appointment for a consulation for sun damage. Unfortunately, I need to see either a doctor or PA for my issue and this was not included in my appointment, so I need to make another trip. It is difficult for me to carve time out of my work day to take care of personal needs, so this is creating an inconvenience for me. I would have preferred to had the complete consultation done in one appointment.

#62011-02-14 14:14:53

Excellent, no improvement needed.

#72025-01-04

everything was wonderful

#82010-08-25 12:47:35

The service is wonderful nothing needs to be changed.

#92024-10-27

I would have liked to pay in cash but the receptionist had no change.

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Customer Rating : 4.7

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