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acne scar treatment before and after

Written by Dr. Ringpfeil

Deep FX - Fractional CO2 Laser

A carbon dioxide laser delivers accurate removal of minute, deep columns of skin with the highest degree of skin tightening available today. Fractionating this proven technique drastically reduces downtime compared to the traditional method as the skin surface is barely altered.

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Expected results:

Skin tightening, elimination or softening of wrinkles, treatment of acne scars.

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 anesthesia is unnecessary.

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 (1-2 days), oral medications to prevent herpes reactivation and bacterial super infection. Topical retinoids can be resumed when scabbing subsides (1-2 days after treatment).

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Time to desired results:

Up to 3 days for healing, 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. This treatment is highly efficient in all skin types.

Duration of desired effects:

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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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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What WE DID WELL

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I didn't feel rushed when asking questions - the staff took the time to explain answers well.

#12022-11-21

It was a very good experience in all - see you next year!

#22023-08-19

Office was very nice, comfortable atmosphere.

#32023-08-06

The friendliness of the staff; I felt like the doctor really cared and wasn't just rushing me through the appointment. I felt heard and seen and appreciated.

#42011-01-25 09:09:30

That I was seen by the doctor and did not feel rushed.

#52023-05-02

no waiting

#62023-07-13

Just friendliness.

#72011-01-05 14:23:47

Very friendly staff. Made the experience easy and comfortable.

#82022-11-05

the cute scrubs:-) knowledge of the dr. and staff.

#92023-06-02

People, help, expertise.

#102011-01-17 15:16:10

What can we do better?

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keep on what you are doing because you are doing a good job

#12023-05-28

Everything was very clean and I cannot think of much you could do better.

#22022-12-31

I did not have any issues. The service was great.

#32023-02-06

I think the service provided fulfilled my expectations so at this time I do not have any suggestions for improvement.

#42023-03-13

Keep doing what you are doing!

#52023-02-26

Medical newsletters or updates are helpful and informative. If it is advisable to have an annual mole check, for example, friendly reminders are always appreciated.

#62023-06-13

I thought everyone was fantastic and very helpful-no suggestions had a great experience

#72022-10-14

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

#82011-09-16 11:42:32

Everything was great.

#92023-09-11

you are the best!

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