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Written by Dr. Ringpfeil

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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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

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Attention by all staff.

#12023-05-26

The openness and friendliness. The doctor was very careful to make sure I understood. Thanks. The fact that you urged me to come back for an annual exam I consider very kind and caring.

#22010-11-29 11:47:11

it was a good experience and the music was excellent!

#32022-10-23

The speed and throughness of the visit.

#42023-08-03

EXCELLENT SERVICE, THANK YOU FOR YOUR ADVISE & ASSISTANCE. VERY CLEAN, NICE & CONFIRTABLE OFFICE SETTING. VERY KNOWLEDGEBLE DOCTOR. THANK YOU AGAIN. I WILL RECOMMEND YOU GUYS TO OTHERS. EXCELLENT JOB!!!

#52023-04-14

I have to say this was the most comfortable experience at any doctor office I have ever been to in my life. Dr. Ringpfeil is incredibly nice and compassionate. Lauren was super. The receptionists are very friendly. I now have a new dermatologist. Thanks!

#62012-12-13 10:14:16

The promptness of waiting to see the doctor.

#72022-11-08

The staff was very friendly, helpful and professional. The doctor herself is a pro, I was very impressed and will definitely recommend her to others, especially of my race. Its very hard to find a good dermatologist and I believe she is wonderful and really knows what she's doing. I am glad that I came here, thank you.

#82011-11-10 12:40:32

How kind and attentive both Linda and Jenny were. I did not feel rushed and I did not feel pushed into buying products, which were two reasons I left the last practice I was using.

#92011-04-14 11:05:49

Staff and doctor was very friendly and informative

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What can we do better?

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keep on doing excellent customer service skills

#12023-04-18

All my concerns were addressed, I was pleased.

#22011-03-11 11:53:21

Everything was great! and everyone was very nice.

#32010-10-19 10:16:48

please make a reminder call. I checked my cell for one and you hadn't.

#42023-06-26

Keep doing what you are doing!

#52023-05-07

So far so good!

#62011-01-04 10:23:13

I'm completely satisfied, thank you.

#72010-11-09 11:24:08

keep doing what you did.

#82011-03-11 14:14:27

Completely satisfied

#92010-10-20 09:59:20

Keep up the good work!

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Customer Rating : 4.6

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