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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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PATIENT RATINGS

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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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Friendliness

#12023-02-26

every thing was great.

#22022-04-26

Dr. Ringpfeil took her time and was attentive to my concerns. Writing all options on paper was very helpful and will help me when I start my regimen

#32023-01-04

I really liked all aspects of my visist. I feel as though I have finally found a dermatologist. She and her staff were willingly to listen and give me their professional opinion and hopefully find a treament that will work longterm.

#42022-04-25

friendliness of office staff and physician

#52022-11-30

Artwork, National Geographic

#62011-05-18 16:03:39

The ambiance, staff and physician

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Ability to use computer to fill in info

#82022-04-27

The office has a very relaxed setting this was the most comfort that I ever felt going to any doctors office, and also great music, you guys we here from me around the holidays and after my outcome with the other specialist!!! Thanks again!! Service AAAAA+++++++++

#92022-10-31

appreciated the thorough explanation from the doctor and the instant research on a product I wanted to know more about

#102022-11-24

What can we do better?

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The entire visit was just perfect so I had no suggestions at this time.

#12010-10-05 12:14:11

Can not be better!

#22011-04-05 09:29:32

nothing everything is fine as is.

#32022-04-30

Keep me informed of specials on products that might be good for my skin.

#42011-01-05 16:01:31

May be by considering the comfort of the patients by allowing a grace period of atleast10-15mins and also by functioning on weekends too

#52022-10-17

Everything was great

#62022-10-28

can't think of anything.

#72022-05-15

Parking was a little tight.

#82011-06-09 15:52:46

Impossible! Best medical office experience possible.

#92011-10-17 16:27:23

Can't think of anything, all was excellent.

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