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Philadelphia and Mainline Center of Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery

Written by Dr. Ringpfeil

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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PATIENT RATINGS

Would you recommend us?

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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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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

(Answers:674)

Your neatness. The orange uniforms give a cheery, clean appearance to the practice.

#12023-03-18

the staff is terrific....

#22022-09-25

the fact that the garbage cans in the bathroom opened electronically.

#32012-10-16 11:13:16

i was seeing the docter at my appointment time

#42022-07-21

doctor

#52022-04-02

Excellent explanations by Dr. Ringpfeil along with knowledge and treatment. The option to fill out the form on the computer was great.

#62022-09-29

Definitely the best overall dermatology practice I've seen (I've seen a lot). Very well run and obviously the Dr. is extremely expert and knowledgeable.

#72011-06-09 11:41:32

Everyone staff, doctor and assistant, were very nice and helpful.

#82022-10-06

all people very nice.

#92022-07-05

prompt everything explained clearly

#102022-08-08

What can we do better?

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NO COMMENT AT THIS TIME.

#12023-02-28

Everything was wonderful - no complaints at all!

#22022-09-10

Just continue your good work to keep your credibility in place.

#32010-10-12 10:33:59

Stay the same.

#42022-10-06

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

#52022-09-16

Everything was excellent.

#62022-04-13

Top rate service. A great total experience.

#72022-03-23

nothing

#82010-09-13 14:34:51

I checked off compimentary consultation with aesthetician on the intake forms, but it wasn't mentioned and I forgot to ask during the examination.

#92022-08-23

Coffee, Tea? only kidding. Hope I gave the reader a smile today.

#102011-02-21 10:56:55

Customer Rating : 4.6

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