Active FX

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Active FX Vs. Fraxel Laser Treatments - Which is Better? 11 answers

It seems like Fraxel and ActiveFX are both supposed to treat the same problems, but which one is better? 

Is One Week Enough Time to Recover from Active FX? 10 answers

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...

Is Active FX a Good Treatment for Smoker's Lines? 6 answers

How well does Active FX treat deep smoker's lines around the mouth?

Will One Active FX Treatment Reduce the Risk of Future Skin Cancer on my Face? 6 answers

I had a basel cell skin cancer removed from my back last summer and my dermatologist told me that Active FX would reduce the possibility of getting a...


Active FX Vs. Deep FX - What's the Difference? 5 answers

I don't get how Deep FX is any different than Active FX... Are they just different brand names? Thx

What Does Active FX Treat? 5 answers

I know activefx is a laser for skin...that's all i know

Active FX Laser Treatment After Radiesse 5 answers

I just had Radiesse placed in my cheeks and in the creases around my mouth. If I now get an Active FX laser treatment- will it ruin and or evaporate...

Microdermabrasion or Chemical Peel a Week Before Active FX or Deep FX? 4 answers

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 Get Rid of Freckles? 4 answers

Does Active FX work on freckles? What are the results like?

Active FX on Olive Skin - Should I Request a Test Patch? 4 answers

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....

Active FX, Rhinoplasty with Fat Transfer Combined Procedures Safe? 4 answers

I am scheduled to have Active FX for acne scarring, Rhinoplasty and Fat transfer for under eye circles and all over to help scarring. I am really...

Is the Active Fx Procedure Painful? 4 answers

I am considering the Active FX. I do not have much sun damage and am very sensitive to the sun. I am anxious about the procedure. My Dr. says it is...

Is It Safe for Someone Who Had a Silicone Implant in His Nose to Get Active FX Fractional? 4 answers

Is it safe for someone who had a silicone implant in his nose to get Active FX fractional CO2 laser treatment to remove acne scars and large pores?

Combining Active FX, IPL, Fillers and Chemical Peel? 3 answers

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...

Does Active FX Work on Acne Scars? 3 answers

I've got moderate acne scars on my cheeks and forehead. Would Active FX be a good acne scar treatment?

Botox Before Active FX? 3 answers

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...

Does Active FX Work on People with Asian Skin? 3 answers

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...

CO2 Active FX Laser for Dark Circles and Broken Capillaries? 3 answers

As a Child I Rubbed my Eyes Which Caused Dark Circles and Broken Capillaries. Would CO 2 Active FX Laser Be the Best Treatment?

Deep FX Laser Followed by Active FX to Face and Neck. How Much Pain Will I be in? 3 answers

I am having deep FX followed by Active FX to my face and neck by the esthetician. How much pain will I have during and after? Is this safe to have...


Can I Use Active FX or Fraxel:repair on the Dorsal Surface of my Foot to Remove Hyperpigmentation? 3 answers

I already got my feet diagnosed by a dermatologist and he said it is hyperpigmentation. He cannot explain why I have it though. He says lasers could...


Pain Medication for Active FX Laser Facial Treatment 2 answers

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...

Active FX Better Than Dermabrasion? 2 answers

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...

Active FX for a Dark Complexion 2 answers

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...

Does Active FX Do Anything to Tighten Jowls or Neck? 2 answers

I'm not looking for facelift-type results, but I would like to have a little less sagging at the jawline and directly under the chin. I had a...

Are There Sedatives Used Prior to Active FX Treatment? 2 answers

What type of sedatives are administered?

Active FX and Sculptra Compatible? 2 answers

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?

Total FX Effective for Lines in Mouth Area? 2 answers

I am considering getting the Total FX (Active FX/Deep FX) treatment. My concerns are not discoloration nor scars. I have deep lines around my mouth...

Is Active FX or Deep FX Easier on the Skin Compared to CO2? 2 answers

I've had CO2 laser in 2001. My results from the first laser were good, other than a line of demarcation around the edge of my face. It was a...

Should I Be Worried After Sedation from Active FX? 2 answers

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...

How Much Time Must One Truly Stay out of the Sun After Active FX? 2 answers

I have just had an Active FX treatment in April and I am very curious as to whether or not I can run mid mornings starting in May in Texas, with a...

Active FX During Pegnancy 2 answers

Im getting Active FX on Saturday & will be 6 weeks pregnant. Its to treat a small scar between my eyebrows and so I will only be getting my...

Acitve FX Vs CO2 Laser 1 answer

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...

Hydroquinone and Tretinoin Before and After Active FX/Deep FX 1 answer

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...

Effective Settings for Active FX and Deep FX or Total FX? 1 answer

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...

Obagi Clear 2 Weeks After Active FX? 1 answer

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...

Active FX for Hypertrophic Arm Scar? 1 answer

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...

How Effective is Active FX? 1 answer

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?

Should I Have Active FX if I Have an Autoimmune Disease? 1 answer

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...

Active FX Recovery 1 answer

What is ActiveFX recovery like? How much downtime should I expect?

Dyazide Prior to Active FX/Total FX: Contraindicated? 1 answer

Is Hydrochlorothiazide w/ Triamterene (Dyazide), at a low dose, a photosensitizing medication that should not be taken prior to a Active FX/Total FX...



Does Active FX Help Build Collagen over Time? 1 answer

I'm a 52 year old woman and had a facelift about 5 years ago and was thrilled with the results. I am now looking for "maintance" and would...

Active FX for Poikiloderma? 1 answer

Does Actve FX work for permanent clearing of poikiloderma?

Active FX for an HIV Positive Patient? 1 answer

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 Active FX Recovery Easier the Second Time Around? 1 answer

I'm considering Active FX for the second time in 2 years. I had a very difficult recovery the first time and am wondering if it will be the same for...

Do You Recommend FX Laser for Sun Damage on Lower Legs? 1 answer

I have had 2 IPL treatments with no improvement. Would you recommend an FX laser treatment? which one, Active, Deep, or Total?

Is Active FX Treatment Safe While Pregnant? 1 answer

I am 6 weeks pregnant. Would like to have this procedure done. Let me know if this is safe or not. Thanks.

Active FX Safe for MRSA Infected Patients? 1 answer

If I have MRSA, can I have an Active FX treatment?


Will Active FX After Deep FX Improve the Results? 1 answer

I had several times of deepfx and the resutls are not satisfactory. Should I have ActiveFX to remove the shoulder of my scars? Will the process of...


If You Have PermaLip Implants Would Active FX Be a Concern? 1 answer

I have smoker lines around my mouth that I would like to have aggressive treatment on, but, concerned about the silicone implant Permalip that I have....

What Would ActiveFX Under Eye After Lower Bleph Look Like on Day 3? 1 answer

Hello. I am considering a lower / transconjunctival blepharoplasty. Which I understand leaves no bruising. My doctor said afterwards they do a little...

Are Two Active FX Sessions Enough for Acne Scars?

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...

Toronto Active FX Doctor Recommendations

Are there any doctors that perform Active FX in Canada?  Specifically in Toronto, Ontario.

Best Laser Treatments for African Americans?

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...

Active FX and Chemical Peel for Acne and Hypertrophic Scars?

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...


Active FX Cost when Done Only on Crows Feet?

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?

How Much Improvement to Expect from Active or Deep FX?

Assuming the Active FX or Deep FX laser in the hands of an expert, how much improvement can really be expected on a Caucasian 40-year-old with...

Total FX on Someone with Active Acne?

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...

Active and Deep FX to Improve Nasolabial Folds?

Can Active FX & Deep FX Laser Resurfacing take care of the beginning of crepey skin on the Nasolabial fold line? I am 43.

Active FX for African American or Black Skin?

Microdermabrasion and Chemical peels aren't recommended for African American skin because of our specific scarring and hyperpigmentation risks. How do...

Kansas City Total FX Doctor Recommendations

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...

Help with Finding Total FX (Active FX/Deep FX) Doctor?

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...

Does Anyone Know an Active FX Provider in London?

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...


How Many ActiveFX Passes on the Same Area Normally Done?

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...

FX Laser Treatment for Acne Scars?

I have a couple of acne scars on one of my cheeks, and I'm planning on having an FX laser treatment. I'm extremely nervous, because I...

Active FX Side Effects and Risks

Are side effects common with Active FX? What kind of risks am I looking at if I decide to do it?

Is It Safe to Have Active or Deep FX After Radiesse Injection?

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...

Doctor Recommendations for Active FX Laser in New York City

Hello I am 25 year old hispanic woman and I had acne for 10 years. I am left with the awful scars . I have had pixel 7 pixel treatment with about 10%...

Doctor Recommendations for Active and Deep FX in Michigan?

I am looking for a reputable doctor that that performs Active/Deep Fx Laser Treatments in Michigan. Can anyone recommend or not recommend certain...

Can I Get ActiveFX with a Tendancy to Bruise and Scar Easily?

When i get cut, my injury turns into a scar. when i get sunburn, the dark color pigmentation remains into the next summer. I am hispanic. When i get...

Can Active Fx Be Used by People with History of Eczema and Sensitive Skin?

As someone who has suffered with eczema on and off all my life. I am now 50 I would like to know if Active Fx can be used by people who have sensitive...
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