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Written by Dr. Ringpfeil
Titan and other Infra Light Source Devices
Overview:
An infrared red light source drives heat into the deep dermis where the destruction of tissue generates new collagen.
Expected results:
Variable degree of tightening of the skin on the face, neck and body.
Preparation:
Topical anesthesia.
Post treatment instructions:
None
Time to desired results:
Skin tightening becomes noticeable after 3-6 months. Good results may be achieved with one treatment. On average, 2-3 treatments give desired results.
Contraindications:
None. Infrared light is considered safe on all skin types.
Duration of desired effects:
Several years (exact duration is unknown at this time)
Downtime:
Mild redness for less than 24 hours
# of surveys: 4187
Last updated: 1/02/2024 11:10 AM
PATIENT RATINGS
Would you recommend us?
- definitely
- 93.1%
- probably
- 6.16%
- maybe
- 0.58%
- not likely
- 0.08%
- no
- 0.02%
Compare our service to other similar practices
- excellent
- 87.9%
- very good
- 10.1%
- good
- 1.8%
- poor
- 0.06%
- very poor
- 0%
Overall doctor performance
- excellent
- 94.2%
- very good
- 4.89%
- good
- 0.80%
- poor
- 0.03%
- very poor
- 0%
The doctor listened to you attentively
- excellent
- 93.9%
- very good
- 4.97%
- good
- 1.05%
- poor
- 0.05%
- very poor
- 0%
The doctor took time to answer your questions
- excellent
- 94.0%
- very good
- 4.66%
- good
- 1.27%
- poor
- 0.02%
- very poor
- 0%
The doctor explained treatment options
- excellent
- 94.3%
- very good
- 4.16%
- good
- 1.25%
- poor
- 0.14%
- very poor
- 0.02%
The doctor explained treatment options
- excellent
- 92.0%
- very good
- 5.69%
- good
- 2.18%
- poor
- 0.11%
- very poor
- 0.0%
Front desk performance
- excellent
- 85.6%
- very good
- 10.2%
- good
- 3.66%
- poor
- 0.31%
- very poor
- 0.08%
Aesthetician performance
- excellent
- 88.6%
- very good
- 7.61%
- good
- 3.39%
- poor
- 0.24%
- very poor
- 0.08%
Office comfort
- excellent
- 90.9%
- very good
- 6.93%
- good
- 2.08%
- poor
- 0.05%
- very poor
- 0.05%
Parking
- excellent
- 66.4%
- very good
- 14.4%
- good
- 15.7%
- poor
- 2.49%
- very poor
- 0.9%
Friendliness of the staff during appointment
- excellent
- 90.9%
- very good
- 7.23%
- good
- 1.85%
- poor
- 0.05%
- very poor
- 0%
What WE DID WELL
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Everyone was friendly, office was nice and bright, bathrooom was clean.
#12025-08-22The entire staff was friendly, efficient and professional. Office and exam room were immaculate. Exam was thorough and complete. I have peace of mind that I have no problems at this time.
#22012-10-16 12:55:55They were the first attentive people in the medical field I've encountered in a while. Quick and EFFICIENT visit- I appreciated everything!!!!!
#32025-08-01The great service, short waiting time, and the doctor was super helpful!
#42025-04-11I really liked how personable the doctor was during my appointment. She really made me fee confident about her ability.
#52025-11-01speed of the apt. Dr. Took time to share thoughts
#62025-12-25Dr. 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
#72025-06-13That was the most thorough appointment I have had in a very long time. I was given numerous options that were tailored for my skin needs.
#82011-12-06 10:16:06I 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!
#92025-06-16Yes, straight answers
#102025-04-17What can we do better?
(answers:373)
maybe offering a bit more evaluation of options -that I haven't already thought of or asked about- for skin care and amelioration, as I am not certain what exists
#12025-06-25You can't improve upon excellence.
#22025-07-26beethoven & mahler symphonic music pumped N2 waiting area* squash magazine & velonews & roleur periodical*(my wish list JK)
#32025-04-12Keep doing what you are doing!
#42025-06-13Keep up the great work!
#52011-03-03 11:57:42Everything was great! The only thing I would say is when I called to make an appointment for sun spot treatment to let me know that I should limit my sun exposure and wear sunblock.
#62011-05-05 13:30:08Everything was great.
#72025-06-19Improve the movement of the mouse on its pad.
#82025-11-14Everything was excellent
#92025-03-26All aspects of care were remarkable--much better than I've encountered elsewhere.
#102025-11-01