Deep FX more likely to cause scarring more than Active FX?

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 really more likely to cause scarring compared to Active FX? I don't understand why people undergo Deep FX is the risk is really higher.

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A: Scarring Risks are Low for Active FX and Deep FX

David L. Mobley, MD

I consider the new fractionated CO2 laser as a true innovation that can be offered to a much broader group of problems and skin types.  Since healing time is about one week the down time is much less than traditional ultrapulsed laser resurfacing.  I have performed laser resurfacing for 12 years for... more

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