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Answers (sorted by helpful votes)| Kenneth Han DO |  |
Should I get Active FX and Deep FX together?
Both procedures Active and Deep FX offers the best in fractional laser technology today. Tightening and clearing up pores and sun damage safely without many of the complications and downtime as with traditional resurfacing procedures. ... more
| Sachit Shah |  |
Does Active FX get rid of freckles?
If you really want to get rid of your freckles. Then you can use active fx but it is overkill. I would recommend that you consider IPL or laser. Certain lasers in 2 or 3 gentle treatments will get rid of the freckles with the minimum of fuss.... more
| David M. Verebelyi, MD |  |
Fraxel and Total FX - how long do results last?
The real answer is that we don't know. Treatments such as Total FX (combination of Active and Deep FX) and the Fraxel re:pair have only been studied for the last couple of years. Both of these systems use a fractionated CO2 laser... more
| Kenneth Han DO | |
How can I get rid of bug bite scars?
One laser or particular procedure may not be the answer to your concerns. Have them evaluated and diagnosed appropriately prior to any procedure or recommendation. Your skin type, ethnic background and how your particular skin heals may... more
| Kenneth Han DO | |
Active FX vs. Deep FX - what's the difference?
The difference lies in the diameter of the energy called "spot size".
The Active FX energy diameter is larger, treating more superficial layers of skin, while the Deep FX energy diameter is very small - "micro" - 12 microns... more
| Kenneth Han DO | |
Laser skin treatment - which resurfacing laser works best on dark skin types?
Being in Southern California, we treat many ethnic and darker skin types with certain resurfacing techniques. Which laser works best ? This is should be better answered with what are you trying to treat ? Pigmentation? ... more
| Joel Caschette, MD |  |
Laser skin treatment - how do I care for my skin before and after?
Care for your skin is important both before and after laser skin resurfacing. When patients undergo ablative laser skin resurfacing (such as CO2 and Erbium:YAG laser skin resurfacing), after care is more involved and lengthly. As a result, many... more
| Alexander Rivkin, M.D. |  |
Fraxel repair vs. Active FX with Deep FX - which is better?
Fractionated CO2 laser devices are multiplying as companies realize how good of a technology this is in the office setting. However, there is not one best device.
Fraxel and Active Fx lead the pack at this point because they were the first... more
| D.J. Verret, MD |  |
What are the risks of laser treatments?
Risks of laser treatments will depend on which laser is used and the purpose.
Skin burns
Lasers work by imparting energy. Certain lasers, such as the CO2 or erbium laser, are designed to completely remove the outer layer of skin to... more
What is erbium laser skin resurfacing?
Q: What is erbium laser skin resurfacing? How is it different from other types of laser treatments? more
Treatment for acne caused by Total FX laser resurfacing
Q: I had Total FX done 4 days ago. I seem to be breaking out quit a bit. Mostly whiteheads. What should I do? Can I treat this? more