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Pulsed Dye Laser

Overview:

Pulsed dye lasers have been used for many years for vascular birthmarks, angiomas, and enlarged capillaries (telangiectasias), and present an extremely effective, safe, non-scarring treatment. The newest pulsed dye lasers are equipped to prevent bruising, thereby minimizing downtime for most cosmetic treatments. Some birthmarks, however, are still treated with bruising settings.

Expected results:

Removal of unsightly vascular structures and redness.

Pretreatment:

Sunscreen, sun avoidance. In addition, for the treatment of facial blood vessels in rosacea, avoidance of alcohol for 2 weeks prior and 4 weeks after the procedure is recommended.

Post treatment instructions:

Sun avoidance for 3 months. Vigorous use of sunscreens. Avoidance of alcohol for 4 weeks with treatment of facial blood vessels in rosacea. The night following the treatment avoid sleeping face down to minimize swelling.

Time to desired results:

Flat angiomas typically respond to a single treatment. Thick angiomas require more than 1 treatment. Facial veins including those in rosacea as well as leg veins require 2-4 treatments. Birthmarks (strawberry hemangiomas, Port Wine Stains) require many treatments. Treatments can be rendered 4-6 weeks apart.

Duration of desired effects:

Most angiomas will be corrected permanently. In few instances, the body will form new vessels after 5-10 years. Such conditions include rosacea, genetically determined spider veins and blood vessels in certain connective tissue disorders. Port Wine Stains may stay away for life if treated in infancy. Those treated in adulthood may require periodic maintenance treatments.

Contraindications:

History of bleeding or clotting disorder, diabetes, certain auto-immune conditions.

Downtime:

Redness for 1-2 days, swelling for up to seven days, possible bruising for up to fourteen days (treatment of angiomas, birthmarks, and larger facial blood vessels), bruising for up to three months (leg veins).

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PATIENT RATINGS

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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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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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I especially enjoyed the atmosphere and the music. It made my visit very enjoyable.

#12011-04-15 08:36:16

every thing was great.

#22023-02-05

So much better then other doctors offices, very very friendly, Love it.

#32011-04-05 09:29:32

i was seeing the docter at my appointment time

#42022-08-23

I have been to many dermatologists and the service here was exceptional.

#52023-03-03

the doctor and assistant were very nice and the doctor very inormative and clear

#62023-05-07

Thought Dr. Ringpfeil was very nice and professional!

#72023-05-28

I didn't feel rushed and felt like I was really listened to and taken seriously. I didn't feel like someone was just throwing ointments at me to get me out the door. I really appreciate the care I received here. Thank you.

#82022-06-26

Very friendly staff. Made the experience easy and comfortable.

#92022-06-13

How great the Doctor was

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What can we do better?

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I have no suggestions. I am very pleased with ever aspect of my care

#12010-10-18 16:25:51

everything was great! as always nothing i can say to improve on! jill is always attentive and very thorough:)

#22010-10-27 12:20:56

Can't think of anything right now.

#32010-10-21 15:50:32

Magazines in the examining room to read while I waited for the doctor (I get bored easily).

#42022-09-12

Everything was wonderful - no complaints at all!

#52022-07-02

There is a problem with availability of parking during busy week days.

#62022-10-31

Everything was great.

#72022-09-15

don't see how you could improve anything

#82011-01-12 08:19:57

I was very happy with the care I received.

#92010-09-14 10:44:00

The music in the waiting area could be a bit softer.

#102023-01-08

Customer Rating : 4.6

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