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Arterfill

Overview:

Injectable microspheres provide permanent wrinkle correction. The combination with collagen for immediate filling of lines makes for great looks form the beginning. While the collagen degrades over 3 months, volume is created through water retention in the microspheres.

Expected results:

Volume correction on the lower and mid face, elimination of intermediate and deep lines.

Preparations:

Skin test is necessary 1 month prior to treatment to screen for allergies to bovine collagen. Avoidance of aspirin and ibuprofen for 10 days. Local anesthesia by injection makes the procedure more comfortable.

Post treatment instructions:

Avoidance of aspirin or ibuprofen for 3 days.

Time to desired results:

3-6 months.

Duration of desired effects:

Permanent. A second treatment may be added 3 months after the initial injection.

Contraindications:

Allergy to bovine collagen.

Downtime:

1-3 days of redness and swelling.

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PATIENT RATINGS

Would you recommend us?

definitely
93.1%
probably
6.16%
maybe
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not likely
0.08%
no
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Compare our service to other similar practices

excellent
87.9%
very good
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good
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Overall doctor performance

excellent
94.2%
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The doctor listened to you attentively

excellent
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The doctor took time to answer your questions

excellent
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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent
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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent
92.0%
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5.69%
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Front desk performance

excellent
85.6%
very good
10.2%
good
3.66%
poor
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Aesthetician performance

excellent
88.6%
very good
7.61%
good
3.39%
poor
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very poor
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Office comfort

excellent
90.9%
very good
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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%
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What WE DID WELL

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politeness

#12024-08-02

I liked the waiting room it was really nice.

#22025-02-04

Excellent staff who seem to like what they are doing! (A rarity in many offices!)

#32011-11-17 12:08:50

THE ATMOSPHERE IS LOVELY AND DR. RINGPFEIL IS VERY THOROUGH AND I HAVE CONFIDENCE IN HER.

#42025-04-11

This was the fastest (in a positive way) medical appointmenet I've had since moving to this area.

#52011-01-05 08:38:17

I really appreciated the friendliness and attentiveness of the doctor, medical assistants and office staff.

#62024-08-20

It was a comphrehensive examination ..

#72024-10-14

I did not feel rushed. I felt I was Heard and listened to. The exam and explanations were clear .When my visit ended all of my questions,, symptoms, and diseases were addressed extensively.I am thrilled that I have found this office. I intend to refer my husband, son and friends.

#82011-05-26 11:49:32

This was an emergency appointment, and you all took wonderful care of me!!! Thanks so much!

#92024-12-24

I'm impressed with the office layout & decore + like the classical music played.I continue to be impressed by Dr. Ringpheil, who is also treating my son.

#102024-04-21

What can we do better?

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The service was great I don't see anything better u can do!

#12025-02-01

any information on services provided for enhancing skin apperance

#22025-04-06

All aspects of care were remarkable--much better than I've encountered elsewhere.

#32024-06-27

Provide some written information for questions asked. I can't remember everything said.

#42024-11-28

that you can call the insured company ehen there's a problem

#52024-10-09

THANK YOU!

#62024-08-11

Keep it up!

#72024-10-14

?water cooler in the waiting room?

#82024-09-10

Thank you for your help. I will definitely recommend Dr. Ringpfeil to friends.

#92025-02-18

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

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