It seems like Fraxel and ActiveFX are both supposed to treat the same problems, but which one is better?
I am in need of real advice from real people who either have performed Active Fx or who have been on the receiving end. I am considering undergoing...
For tightening up my loose neck skin i heard about ActiveFX but dont know if it's better or worse than Fraxel. Can someone offer advice on...
I know activefx is a laser for skin...that's all i know
Now that Fraxel has put out the new Fraxel repair laser, I am wondering if I should get that instead of the Active FX plus Deep FX treatment I planned...
I am scheduled for the ActiveFX this Tuesday. I am 50 years old and looking to smooth fine lines around my eyes and mouth area.
I plan on taking 6...
Can you compare Lumenis Active FX and the Fraxel Repair, Which one works better on wrinkles, brown spots, skin tightening? How about pain and recovery...
I'm planning to have Active FX for my open pores, uneven skin texture, and fine lines under one eye. Will Active FX get rid of the milia (that can't...
Is it safe to have microdermabrasion or chemical peel done a week before going through Active FX or Deep FX? I read something that said this would be...
Does Active FX work on freckles? What are the results like?
I have acne scars on my cheeks and redness. I have had Thermage and 1 Fraxel treatment on my face with minimal results. Would I be a canidate for the...
I have some acne scars on my face, most are ice pick and rolling scars. Now I know there are 3 companies that provide laser treatment: Fraxel...
How common are horrible Active FX or Total FX results? Are they predictable and avoidable?
How soon after Active/Total FX can I exercise? I'm assuming no vigorous exercise, but how about a slow walk on the treadmill?
How well does Active FX treat deep smoker's lines around the mouth?
I had Active FX/Total FX (in December) on my face neck and chest. So far so good, but my neck and chest were done on a light setting so there's not...
Can Active FX Laser be used on dark skin types like latino males with shallow scars?
I had Total FX done on one scar on my cheek 2 1/2 months ago, and am still red. Is this normal, and will it ever go away? My doctor did light...
I am an outdoor person and have an Asian skin tone. I do wear a hat and sunscreen all the time, but I worry that having Total FX done will cause me...
I'm about to have Active FX procedure for my acne scars, and my dermatologist said that I would need 2 sessions in order to get rid of them. Would 2...
Hi, I went to a Dr. in Beverly Hills to talk about getting rid of my acne scars while treating my acne. He recommended the factionated Co2 laser. ...
I had Activefx yesterday and have brown dots all over my face today. Is this normal? Thanks
I recently had Deep FX/Active FX to reduce scars. Is it helpful to get a peel after laser resurfacing? If so, how soon after and what type of peel?
I was told that Active FX was better as the risk involved is lesser. However, I feel that Deep FX would be more effective and worthwhile. Is Deep FX...
I'm going in for Active/Total FX treatment on December 12. Can anyone suggest a good Vitamin C cream I can use for post-procedure care?
Hello, my question is: I had Lumenis ActiveFX Fractional C02 Laser done 6 days ago and am noticing as my skin is fading from the overall redness...
What medication for pain do other plastic surgeons use while performing Active FX on a patient’s whole face? I was given 2 Vicodin, 1 Xanax and...
I am considering having this treatment for some mild acne scars. I am part Middle Eastern and would say I am a type 3 or 4, its not all that clear to...
I'm on day 4, still very red & swollen. Feels like someone is going over my face with a barbwire rolling pin. I'm taking 800 mg of Advil every 8...
Hi...I'm scheduled to have an Active FX procedure next week. My concern is that I am Italian and do have a moderate amount of olive pigmentation....
I had this procedure done a week ako, and my doctor insists on putting Vitamin C Serum on the face at least twice a day, beginning with the day...
I had the Active FX done around my eyes 26 days ago. It is still quite red. There is no scabbing or peeling anymore, just redness. One eye seems to be...
I had Active FX (only) done in October last year. My skin looked good except I had eye crepe under my eyes. Now I have huge pores on my nose and...
She has tons of experience doing Active and Total FX, and had before and after photos of HER patients. She is an associate prof at Stanford School of...
I'm 51, and I had Active FX in December 2008 on my face and neck. I was looking for results on neck and lower face mostly, but I had very little...
I'm going in for Active/Total FX treatment on December 12. The MD that will be doing the procedure (very experienced with a great track record)...
I'm a 45 caucasian female living in Montreal, Canada. I'm considering trying either MIXTO or Active FX/Deep FX treatments for my old acne scars. Can...
I had Total FX (Total FX and Deep FX) with 20% Deep FX around eyes, mouth, and chin. Today is day 3, and my jaw line and neck are burning, feels hot...
I consulted two dermologists who were recommended to do Active FX and CO2 Laser respectively. I have been told they bring the same results, except...
Are there any doctors that perform Active FX in Canada? Specifically in Toronto, Ontario.
I had Total FX (Active FX with Deep FX) done less than 24 hours ago. My eyes are almost completely swollen shut, especially my left eye. It is also...
I'm going in for Active FX/Total FX treatments on December 12. My MD states that the Thiazide diuretic I'm taking isn't going to be a problem since I...
I want to get rid of lines on my upper lip. I used to smoke but have quitted for 10 years now. I am scheduled for Active FX fractional resurfacing on...
Im not African-American but I am dark complected because I am a sun worshipper and have been for years. I have some brown spots on my face and many...
Is it advisable to do Active FX, IPL, fillers and a Chemical peel all on the same day. This is the suggestion of my doctor. Is it expensive and...
Has anyone had Active FX, Deep FX or Total FX? Is it safe and effective for African Americans and darker skin complexions for treating dark spots and...
What type of sedatives are administered?
Can someone please explain the settings that are used for Active FX and Deep FX? My MD used 17 mJ at a density of 1 (size 7) for my neck and 22.5 mJ...
I have tried Tri-Luma for hyperpigmentation on my face and ears, but it didn't work. Right now I'm considering Active FX Laser. My concern is I have...
I just realized that the slight infected smell is coming from my cheeks and I can't reach my doctor right now--perhaps not for the whole weekend.I...
My complexion is slightly yellowish beige, somewhere between fair and brown. I would say fairer than most of with Asian skin. I heard Active FX is...
Is Hydrochlorothiazide w/ Triamterene (Dyazide), at a low dose, a photosensitizing medication that should not be taken prior to a Active FX/Total FX...
Hi! I am having Active FX in September for my acne scars and improve my skin, however I have strong muscles that create glabellar lines that make me...
Why do I have more noticeable wrinkles after Total FX around my eyes? My doctor said it was because of the tightening effect is taking place and it...
I have a hypertrophic scar on an arm. One is two inches long, right below the fold of inner forearm. I had one Fraxel treatment, which did...
Which between Mixto Laser and Active FX or Deep FX is best for for smoothing skin texture from aging, sun-damage, acne scars, and some sagging? If not...
Yesterday, I had ACTIVE FX on my face and neck. Today my eyes are slightly swollen and my face not really that red. However, my neck is very red. I am...
My doctor wants to use Active FX fractional laser for crows feet around the eye area. What should I expect to pay for just this one area?
I am considering Mixto Laser for shallow acne scars, enlarged pores, and uneven texture. Is there is a difference between this laser and Deep FX or...
How long has the Active FX been around? Are there any good reviews from people that have had it done a year ago or more and loved the results?
I'm considering having both Active FX and Sculptra to fix the deep lines around my eyes. Are they compatible? Which procedure should be done first?
Today, I went to see a doctor in Rhode Island about Deep FX and Active FX. I just want to know if anyone can recommend other doctors that offer this...
I have red acne scars on my face, on the areas where I shave. When I turn my face to the side, that area would make lines due to loss of tissue. On...
I am being sedated for Active FX, but am nervous about post-procedure days. I don't mind about the look its about the feel. Will I feel like I should...
I'm due to have Active FX done next year to improve my skin and under eye fine lines. The doctor told me he will give me two pasess of Active FX under...
I just received the Active FX treatment. Do I start the hydroquinone cream right away or should I wait 5 days for my skin to heal first? Thank you.
Can Ultraplus Total FX (Deep FX and Active FX) treatment be performed on darker skin types?
I am a healthy HIV+ person considering the Active FX treatment. I am unable to find any information, risks, or recommendations to help with my...
Is it okay for me to sit outside in the complete shade after getting Active FX 2 days ago?
I was sent home with a tube of Aquaphor with a follow up appointment in two weeks after Active FX.Is there anything that I can do, e.g. supplements,...
Is it okay to use Obagi Clear 2 weeks after Active FX? I am concerned about hyperpigmentation around my mouth and under my eyes. Those areas (where...
Does Actve FX work for permanent clearing of poikiloderma?
I am 6 weeks pregnant. Would like to have this procedure done. Let me know if this is safe or not. Thanks.
Microdermabrasion and Chemical peels aren't recommended for African American skin because of our specific scarring and hyperpigmentation risks. How do...
Does anyone known a plastic surgeon in RI, MA or CT that does Total FX? I want to have my Tummy Tuck scar done. It is horrible and I am only 30!...
Hi, I am from Calgary, Alberta, Canada and I would like to have the Total FX (Active FX/Deep FX) procedure done. I am willing to travel to the US and...
I'm 25, still have active acne with VERY oily skin and have mild pitting on my cheeks and the rest of my acne scars are on my forehead, chin, and...
Can a dermatologist perform Total FX (Active FX and Deep FX) as well as a plastic surgeon? Can they get as good of an effect without using a nerve...
I'm looking for a doctor who has much experience with Mixto Laser or Total FX (Active FX with Deep FX). Does anyone know a good doctor in NY or DC?
I'm looking for a doctor who does Total FX (Active FX/Deep FX) for acne scarring in Kansas City area or within a reasonable driving distance (2 to 3...
I will soon be having Active FX/Deep FX treatment for acne scars (Skin type 4). I am pre-treating my skin with 4% Hydroquinone and .025% Tretinoin...
If I have MRSA, can I have an Active FX treatment?
Help--I am interested in the Active FX laser resurfacing. Does anyone know who performs this in the London, UK area? Some hospitals have it but it's...
Can Active FX & Deep FX Laser Resurfacing take care of the beginning of crepey skin on the Nasolabial fold line? I am 43.
Is there a possible bad reaction when using Active FX or Deep FX Laser resurfacing in an area that has been treated previously with Radiesse?
I've...
