Los Angeles Deep FX doctors

	Lisa Benest, MD Burbank Dermatologist 1624 W Olive Ave Ste B, Burbank		4 answers
	Glenn Vallecillos, MD Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon 436 N. Bedford Drive Suite 105, Beverly Hills		2 answers
	Daniel J. Casper, MD Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon Suite 407 10 Congress Street, Pasadena
	Karyn Grossman, MD Santa Monica Dermatologist 1301 20th St Ste 350, Santa Monica
	Carlo Honrado, MD Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon 2080 Century Park East #1700, Los Angeles

Recent Answers

Deep FX with Face and Neck Lift If planning a neck and face lift is it a good idea to also have deep FX done while under the anesthetic? (I ask b/c some plastic surgeons do not do deep FX). I know of someone in another state who had the 3 procedures done and results were amazing! Would it make sense to leave the state for it?

A: Deep FX

Hello ~

Deep FX does produce amazing results and is a complement to the Active FX setting. We commonly perform these in conjuction with face/necklift candidates. The laser is performed either before or after the surgery, as lasering the face in conjuction with a facelift can potentially compromise the blood supply and lead to soft-tissue loss.

Regarding your question, you should be able to find a qualified Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that performs both Active and Deep FX lasers in Michigan. Or perhaps you may consider finding a dermatologist who utilizes this technology.

Kindest Regards ~

Glenn Vallecillos, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Glenn Vallecillos, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Deep FX for Hooded Upper Eyelid? I just turned 50 and while I don't have any real wrinkles, over the years I have developed a hooded eye. It is as though my forehead has relaxed enough to make my upper eyelid disappear.
Will Deep FX help to correct this? I have been looking for pictures of results and am having trouble finding patients that have had it done with a focus on the eyes.

A: Active FX is Better

The eyelid skin is thin, and there is no need to use a deeper laser, as in the Deep FX. The Active FX works well in this area. However, if there is a lot of "hooding", (it is difficult to fully tell by the photo), you may be a better candidate for eyelid surgery. In your instance, I would suggest getting a few opinions, both regarding the laser and also regarding eyelid surgery. If the eyelids are very droopy that they interfere somewhat with you vision, then your insurance may even pay part or all of the procedure.

Lisa Benest, MD

Burbank Dermatologist

Treatments for Hyperpigmentation After Deep FX? I had Deep FX on face, neck and chest. 3 months after, I still have hyperpigmentation rectangle laser marks that look like scales. The chest is discolored. I am not of Middle Eastern or Asian heritage. The topicals prescribed by the MD caused skin to turn red (no discomfort) so I stopped those. What are my options to address the discoloration?

A: Bleach Cream and some Time

Hello, I have seen this happen with the Deep FX laser. It is dependent on the strength used. The setting may have been perfect, and this could still occur. Topical belaching creams are useful. If that is what you already got, I would suggest cutting back on the frequency you are doing it. For example, if you put it on every night, then do it 3 times a week instead. That will minimize the redness and irritation. I have found that in every instance where we have seen this, the pigmentation has resolved, but it does take time. Keep at it!

Lisa Benest, MD

Burbank Dermatologist